Head of Government Partnerships - Quantum Tech

Quantinuum; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 350,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantinuum seeks a Vice President of Government Partnerships to lead and accelerate U.S. government engagement, shaping commercial opportunities and partnerships in federal programs, labs, and policy initiatives.

You will steward senior government relationships and coordinate with product, policy, and sales teams to drive market adoption of quantum technologies. This leadership role requires deep federal landscape knowledge, strategic thinking, and the ability to translate relationships into

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Deep knowledge of the U.S. federal government landscape and procurement processes.
• Proven track record building senior government relationships and navigating complex environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive U.S. government account and market development plan.
• Build trusted relationships with senior leaders across federal agencies, departments, and national laboratories.
• Expand visibility and credibility as a commercial partner across government and research ecosystems.
• Identify opportunities, support pipeline development, and create engagement pathways with government stakeholders.
• Coordinate with Government Sales, Business Development, Product, and Public Policy teams on strategy and execution.
• Maintain stakeholder maps, relationship plans, and opportunity tracking in CRM.

Skills

Strategic relationship building

Government procurement knowledge

Stakeholder management

Executive communication

Policy awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Quantinuum seeks a Vice President of Government Partnerships to lead and accelerate U.S. government engagement, shaping commercial opportunities and partnerships in federal programs, labs, and policy initiatives.

You will steward senior government relationships and coordinate with product, policy, and sales teams to drive market adoption of quantum technologies. This leadership role requires deep federal landscape knowledge, strategic thinking, and the ability to translate relationships into