Quantum Technologies SME

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc.; Washington; On-site; USD 160,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

Retirement savings plans

Life and disability insurance

Paid time away

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. seeks a Subject Matter Expert in Quantum Program Management to advise and support the NIST Quantum Technologies Accelerator Director. You will oversee day-to-day R&D activities, partnerships, and landscape analysis to strengthen U.S.

quantum competitiveness. You will engage with NIST scientists and manage collaborations with QED-C and QMEC, ensuring progress, deliverables, and security compliance.

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics or related quantum information science or engineering field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in technical program management, including portfolio management and strategy development.
• Experience with assessing the current quantum landscape and national initiatives.
• Experience managing complex public-private partnerships and translating concepts for senior policymakers.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational and program management support to the NIST Quantum Technologies Accelerator Director.
• Manage day-to-day R&D activities and partnerships to advance U.S. quantum competitiveness.
• Landscape of NIST quantum research and support strategy development.
• Assess research capabilities in context of scientific developments and national needs.
• Coordinate NIST participation in QED-C and QMEC and ensure IP and security requirements.

Skills

Portfolio management

Executive briefings

Public-private partnerships

Quantum information science

Program management

PMP certification

Education

PhD in Physics or related field

Job description

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.

The Joint, Office of the Secretary of Defense, Interagency Division (JOID) provides expert support services to a range of customers spanning across the Department of Defense, Federal Civilian, and international markets. JOID provides a diverse portfolio of analytical and programmatic capabilities to help our customers make informed decisions on their most challenging issues.

The Critical Infrastructure Group (CIG) within JOID provides technical, programmatic and analytical support to customers with missions in national security to include the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Health and Human Services (HHS), and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The Group brings technical and operational expertise in fields of countering weapons of mass destruction, critical infrastructure protection, emergency response, nuclear non-proliferation, weapons deployment programs, and transportation safety. In addition to management and advisory services, CIG staff collaborate closely with our clients to provide high-quality modeling, simulation, software, and analytical products to meet the most demanding government standards and timelines.

Responsibilities

We are seeking a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Quantum Program Management Support to act as a high-level advisor providing operational and program management support to the NIST Quantum Technologies Accelerator Director. Support day-to-day management of NIST Quantum Technologies Accelerator R&D activities and partnerships to advance U.S. industrial innovation and competitiveness in quantum. Conduct landscaping of NIST quantum research, gather information in support of NIST quantum program strategy development, conduct technical progress reviews, assess technical developments, evaluate project deliverables, and collaborate directly with NIST scientists in QIST for improving program coordination and cohesion. Work with NIST QIST research staff to assess research expertise and capabilities in the context of scientific developments and U.S. industrial needs, gaps, and trends. Central to this is landscaping of the U.S. quantum industry including critical enabling technologies and supply chains. Support NIST management and operations of external partnerships in quantum - the Quantum Economic Development Consortium (QED-C) and the Quantum Manufacturing Engineering Center (QMEC) - including coordinating NIST technical participation, evaluating technical progress and project deliverables, and assessing compliance with technology transfer, intellectual property, and research security requirements of QED-C and QMEC.

Qualifications

Required:

• PhD in Physics or a related quantum information science or engineering field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in technical program management, including experience with portfolio management and strategy development.
• Demonstrated experience with assessing the current quantum landscape, including the status of scientific developments the U.S. quantum industry, and government programs that support the U.S. National Quantum Initiative.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex public-private partnerships, driving stakeholder consensus, and translating complex concepts into executive-level briefings for Federal policymakers and industry leaders.
• Able to report to designated work location up to full-time based upon client needs.
• U.S. citizens or permanent resident status.

Desired:

• PMP certification.

Pay Range Information

At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Washington, DC, Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $160,000.00/Yr. - USD $220,000.00/Yr.