Director of Quantum Technology - Unmanned Systems
Listed on 2025-12-29
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Director of Quantum Technology - Unmanned Systems
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Directore of Quantum Technology / Quantum Programs Lead
Growing UAS Startup
Sterling, VA | On Site
U.S. Citizens Only
Compensation: $180,000 – $240,000 (DOE) + Bonus + Potential Equity
COMPANY PROFILEA next-generation aerospace and defense innovator developing advanced unmanned systems and hydrogen-based propulsion platforms for dual-use missions across national security, commercial, and scientific applications.
With a growing U.S. engineering and R&D presence, the company is pioneering the integration of quantum-enabled navigation, sensing, and communications into next-generation UAVs — transforming how aerial platforms operate in contested, GPS-denied, and data-restricted environments
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The mission: to enable smarter, longer-endurance, zero-emission flight systems that deliver superior situational awareness, resilience, and autonomy.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS- Lead breakthrough quantum technology programs shaping the future of unmanned flight and defense systems.
- Collaborate directly with executive, R&D, and engineering leadership teams across U.S. and international divisions.
- Competitive Pay
- Comprehensive health benefits, 401(k) match, and relocation assistance available.
UAS Startup seeking a Director of Quantum Technology / Lead Quantum Program Manager to drive strategy, execution, and integration of quantum navigation, sensing, communications, and computing technologies into advanced aerospace systems.
This position blends hands-on technical leadership with strategic program management
, serving as the bridge between frontier science and field-deployable solutions. The role involves direct collaboration with internal system architects, external research partners, and U.S. defense stakeholders.
- Own and execute the quantum technology roadmap across navigation, sensing, communications, and compute solutions.
- Translate advanced quantum science into mission-ready capabilities integrated within unmanned and autonomous systems.
- Develop and manage R&D strategies, budgets, milestones, and technical partnerships
. - Lead proposal and funding initiatives with DoD, DARPA, DIU, and commercial partners.
- Oversee prototyping, validation, and demonstration efforts with academic, government, and defense research organizations.
- Collaborate with flight control, autonomy, and data systems teams to ensure seamless integration.
- Recruit, mentor, and scale a high-performing multidisciplinary team.
- Present technical findings and strategic updates to executive leadership and government partners.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Physics, Quantum Engineering, Electrical Engineering
, or related field (Ph.D. preferred). - 10+ years leading or managing advanced R&D or quantum technology programs (sensing, navigation, comms, compute).
- Expertise in quantum hardware, algorithms, and real-time system integration
. - Proven success translating research into deployable systems within aerospace, defense, or advanced tech environments
. - Strong understanding of DoD or DARPA program frameworks
, proposal writing, and execution. - Excellent technical communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- U.S. citizenship required; ability to obtain security clearance strongly preferred.
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