QuEra Computing Inc. · 8 hours ago
Program Manager, Government Programs & Strategic Engagement (Quantum)
Boston, MA USA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expQuEra Computing is seeking a Program Manager, Government Programs & Strategic Engagement to enhance their collaboration with the U.S. Government and allied nations on quantum computing initiatives. This role involves building relationships with government stakeholders, translating technical roadmaps into actionable programs, and advising leadership on engagement strategies.
ComputerConsumer ResearchQuantum Computing
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Establish and grow strategic relationships with U.S. Government agencies and allied government counterparts relevant to quantum computing, including both technical and policy leadership
Shape and advance program concepts that align government mission needs with QuEra’s technical roadmap (e.g., testbeds, benchmarking, workforce, standards, supply chain, and deployment readiness)
Advocate for priority programs and enabling policies through effective engagement with program offices, acquisition organizations, and key decision makers
Serve as a program manager for selected government programs, coordinating scope, schedule, deliverables, and stakeholder communications in partnership with technical leads, contracts, and finance
Develop government engagement strategies and 'campaign plans' for priority accounts (e.g., DARPA, DOE, DoD, NNSA, national labs, allied ministries), including objectives, timelines, and measures of success
Identify and pursue partnership models across government, industry, and academia (e.g., consortia, shared testbeds, public-private partnerships, international R&D collaborations), in coordination with Legal and Contracts
Translate complex technical concepts into clear narratives, briefing materials, and decision memos for government stakeholders and QuEra executives
Inform corporate strategy by mapping the evolving government landscape (funding priorities, procurement pathways, standards, export controls) to product, R&D, and commercialization decisions
Support capture activities across the lifecycle (early shaping through submission), including stakeholder discovery, solution framing, teaming strategy, and executive-level positioning
Represent QuEra at relevant government, industry, and academic forums; build credibility and trust through disciplined, accurate, and mission-oriented communication
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (e.g., Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics) or equivalent technical training and experience
5+ years of relevant experience spanning government, national security, policy, strategy consulting, deep-tech commercialization, or government-facing business roles
Demonstrated ability to operate at the intersection of technology, business, and government-building stakeholder trust and moving initiatives from concept to execution
Strong program management skills, including the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and manage timelines, risks, and deliverables
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience briefing senior technical and executive audiences
Ability to travel periodically (domestic and international) for stakeholder engagement, program reviews, and partner coordination
Preferred
Advanced degree in a technical field, public policy, international affairs, business (MBA), or a related discipline
Familiarity with U.S. federal R&D and acquisition pathways (e.g., OTA, FAR/DFARS, SBIR/STTR, CRADAs), and the operational realities of milestone-based government programs
Experience engaging allied governments or international partners on emerging technology initiatives, including an understanding of shared objectives and constraints (e.g., security, export controls, data governance)
Working knowledge of the quantum computing ecosystem (hardware modalities, control stack, benchmarking, error correction, applications) sufficient to communicate credibly with technical stakeholders
Experience building multi-party collaborations (government/industry/academia) and structuring programs that span institutions or regions
Company
QuEra Computing Inc.
Located in Boston, QuEra Computing is a maker of advanced neutral-atoms based quantum computers, pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the industry.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$247MKey Investors
Google,SoftBank Vision FundGoogle Quantum AIRakuten
2025-02-11Series B· $230M
2024-10-15Corporate Round
2021-11-17Series Unknown· $17M
Leadership Team
Andy Ory
Acting CEO
Nathan Gemelke
Chief Technology Strategist
Recent News
2026-01-13
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