VP – Government Relations

We believe quantum computing will change everything.  It will have the power to transform the foundations of giant industries that rely on intensive computation.  PsiQuantum is on a mission to build the world’s first useful quantum computer, capable of delivering these transformative results.  We know that means it will need 1 million qubits, error correction, a scalable architecture and a data center footprint.

By harnessing the laws of quantum physics, quantum computers can provide exponential performance increases over today’s most powerful supercomputers, offering the potential for extraordinary advances across a broad range of industries including climate, energy, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, finance, agriculture, transportation, materials design, and many more. 

PsiQuantum is uniquely positioned to deliver on the promise of quantum computing years earlier than our competitors. Our architecture is based on photonics which gives us the ability to produce our components using existing high-volume semiconductor manufacturing processes, the same processes that are today producing billions of chips for telecom and consumer electronics applications. Since photons don’t feel heat, we can take advantage of existing cryogenic cooling systems, the kind that have been operating at facilities like the Stanford Linear Accelerator (SLAC).  And because photons are in fact light, they can move between subsystems at tremendous speed using standard fiber connectivity.

Our team is building a utility scale quantum computer and the software tools needed to build fault tolerant quantum applications. We’re a highly motivated and collaborative group focused on a singular goal - building the world’s first useful quantum computer on the fastest path possible. 

There’s much more work to be done and we are looking for exceptional talent to join us on this extraordinary journey! 

Job Summary:

As VP of Government Affairs, you will develop and lead government relations campaigns and support PsiQuantum’s public policy efforts. You will be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders including relevant Congressional Committees and Members of Congress, executing appropriations and policy making strategies, and representing PsiQuantum before Congressional and Executive Branch officials. 

Responsibilities:

• Lead PsiQuantum’s government relations efforts and coordinate PsiQuantum’s approach to Congress and Executive Branch stakeholders.  Create a comprehensive government relations strategy and execute that campaign by leveraging PsiQuantum leadership and consultants.
• Develop and execute coordinated approaches to new business opportunities. Work closely with business development leadership to execute a comprehensive strategy using a metrics-based approach.
• Develop and maintain relationships with Members of Congress and their staff. Serve as the single point of contact for engaging the Congress and developing a messaging campaign to educate and advocate for PsiQuantum’s capabilities.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and partners. Engage closely with business line operations, engineering leads, manufacturing, capture and proposal, other business lines, partner companies, and customers.
• Communicate our value to customers, partners, competitors, and the interested public. Amplify PsiQuantum’s industry-leading solutions by conveying insights that illustrate our differentiators in the quantum space.
• Coordinate closely with PsiQuantum’s government affairs initiatives in our customer countries. 

Experience/Qualifications:

Required:

• Minimum of 8 years experience working in a Congressional Committee or Member office.
• Experience in the technical, programmatic, and operational challenges of developing, deploying, and sustaining complex technologies, hardware and software.
• Deep understanding of the Congressional authorization and appropriations process and the ability to effectively advocate for an initiative within the Committee structure.
• Ability to identify, establish, and leverage key relationships with senior level officials and program stakeholders within the Department of Defense.
• Knowledge of and experience working with Defense Research Labs, Research & Engineering Offices, Program Executive Offices, Major Defense Acquisition Programs, and other stakeholder organizations across the Department of Defense.
• Understanding of and experience navigating the Defense Acquisition Process and the ability to inform the process of PsiQuantum’s leading-edge solutions and hardware.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience presenting to senior executives and customers; ability to translate complex topics, convince, and inspire through the written and spoken word.
• Capable of succeeding in a fast-paced, ambiguous, dynamic, and creative environment.
• Ability to travel required.
• Must be based out of the Washington, DC area.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Clearance. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degrees in STEM a plus. 
• Demonstrated performance leading cross-functional teams and managing organizational resources. 
• Understanding of physics and quantum technologies. 

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 [email protected].

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