VP, US Public Sector

VP, US Public Sector

PsiQuantum's mission is to build the first useful quantum computersmachines capable of delivering the breakthroughs the field has long promised. Since our founding in 2016, our singular focus has been to build and deploy million-qubit, fault-tolerant quantum systems.

Quantum computers harness the laws of quantum mechanics to solve problems that even the most advanced supercomputers or AI systems will never reach. Their impact will span energy, pharmaceuticals, finance, agriculture, transportation, materials, and other foundational industries.

Our architecture and approach is based on silicon photonics. By leveraging the advanced semiconductor manufacturing industryincluding partners like GlobalFoundrieswe use the same high-volume processes that already produce billions of chips for telecom and consumer electronics. Photonics offers natural advantages for scale: photons don't feel heat, are immune to electromagnetic interference, and integrate with existing cryogenic cooling and standard fiber-optic infrastructure.

In 2024, PsiQuantum announced government-funded projects to support the build-out of our first utility-scale quantum computers in Brisbane, Australia, and Chicago, Illinois. These initiatives reflect a growing recognition that quantum computing will be strategically and economically definingand that now is the time to scale.

PsiQuantum also develops the algorithms and software needed to make these systems commercially valuable. Our application, software, and industry teams work directly with leading Fortune 500 companiesincluding Lockheed Martin, Mercedes-Benz, Boehringer Ingelheim, and Mitsubishi Chemicalto prepare quantum solutions for real-world impact.

Quantum computing is not an extension of classical computing. It represents a fundamental shiftand a path to mastering challenges that cannot be solved any other way. The potential is enormous, and we have a clear path to make it real.

Come join us.

Job Summary:

As the Vice President of U.S. Public Sector, you will be responsible for overall USG strategy including revenue generation, relationship management, program management, influence on critical policy and legislation and partnerships. You will drive strategic engagement with the executive and legislative branches, to identify and secure strategic and non-dilutive government funding. You will also lead advocacy efforts with think tanks, industry groups, and policy influencers in support of your revenue generation responsibilities.

Responsibilities:

• Serving as the lead PsiQuantum executive for USG (federal) outreach and engagement.
• Identifying and securing revenue generating contracts across USG departments (DoD, DoE, DoC) and agencies (IC, NASA).
• Managing a team of technical program managers, with security clearances, who act as the main interface to USG for existing programs. Drive development of new program submissions of interest and requests for proposals.
• Identifying and securing relevant strategic non-dilutive funding opportunities across all agencies and departments.
• Leading the development and execution of PsiQuantum's public policy strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and long-term goals.
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with policymakers, government officials, and regulators to advocate for favorable policies and regulations that enable innovation and market access for quantum computing technologies and expand access for VC-backed, deep tech companies more broadly.
• Representing PsiQuantum on task forces and think tank initiatives, at industry events, conferences, and speaking engagements, serving as a thought leader and spokesperson on quantum computing policy in the context of national and global security, and regulatory issues.
• Monitoring and analyzing relevant legislative and regulatory developments, assessing potential impacts on PsiQuantum's business and advising the executive team accordingly.
• Managing a small team of external consultants and advisors (to include PsiQuantum's Government Advisory Board) to influence policy outcomes and drive industry-wide initiatives.
• Helping to set and shape quantum budgets through your understanding of the budget cycles and decision-making process, via direct and back channels to support allocation and release of funding for priority initiatives.
• Interface with Global Expansion team, Public-Private Partnerships and Country General Managers to identify and jointly capture allied/coalition opportunities and ensure coordination across hardware/product site, applications, software etc.

Experience/Qualifications:

• Advanced degree or work experience in Public Policy, Government Relations or
• Technical degree or work experience in hyperscale computer systems, advanced networking, AI or semiconductors.
• Current USG security clearance (TS/SCI preferred).
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in government service or public sector sales, marketing, and program management.
• Strong understanding of the legislative and regulatory processes at the federal and state levels, with a proven track record of influencing policy outcomes and navigating complex policy issues and stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and advocacy skills, with the ability to effectively engage with policymakers, stakeholders, and industry groups.
• Self-starter who can define strategy and execute.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively across functions and with cross-functional teams, with experience leading and managing high-performing teams.
• Exceptional analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to synthesize complex technical information and develop actionable policy recommendations, targeted messaging campaigns, and strategies to implement them.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with a strong sense of urgency, mission alignment, and the ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, time zones, and disparate stakeholder groups, effectively.
• Impeccable integrity and ethical standards.

PsiQuantum provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. PsiQuantum does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable laws.

Note: PsiQuantum will only reach out to you using an official PsiQuantum email address and will never ask you for bank account information as part of the interview process. Please report any suspicious activity to recruiting@psiquantum.com.

We are not accepting unsolicited resumes from employment agencies.

Washington, D.C. Pay Range

$300,000 - $330,000 USD