Director of US Government Engagement

Q-CTRL; United States; Remote; USD 150,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Q-CTRL is seeking a Director of US Government Engagement in Washington, D.C. (remote) to lead the Government Engagement team within Business Operations.

This director-level, full-time role focuses on shaping policy, funding strategies, and strategic partnerships with government entities to advance quantum technologies for US defense and economic goals. Reporting to the Global Head of Government Engagement, you will oversee US government engagement activities, collaborate with BD, technical,

Responsibilities

• Lead US government engagement activities in government policy, funding, and partnership initiatives.
• Shape policy directions and funding strategies to advance quantum capabilities for national interests.
• Build trusted relationships with policymakers, agencies, and defense partners to enable collaboration.

Job description

Director of US Government Engagement at Q-CTRL, Washington D.C. (remote). A director-level full time position in the Government Engagement team, listed under business operations.

About the team At Q-CTRL, the Government Engagement team works at the intersection of policy, international engagement, and national security to influence how governments govern and fund the development and adoption of quantum technologies. As trusted and respected leaders in the sector, we build enduring relationships with politicians, policymakers, and defense forces around the world to secure opportunities for Q-CTRL to deliver cutting-edge sovereign capability. We empower all areas of the business to understand and navigate government decision-making. About the role Reporting to the Global Head of Government Engagement, you’ll lead Q-CTRL’s US government engagement activities, working closely with our business development, technical, product, and marketing teams. You’ll shape policy and funding initiatives, build trusted relationships, and secure opportunities for Q-CTRL to partner commercially and strategically with government to deliver quantum computing and quantum sensing capabilities that advance US defense and economic interests.