Quantum Technology Mission Strategist

Booz Allen Hamilton; Maryland; On-site; USD 113,000 - 257,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Quantum Technology Mission Strategist to operate at the intersection of quantum technologies, missions, and business acceleration. You will leverage your quantum physics expertise to shape solutions for national security programs.

You will collaborate with customers and partners, draft white papers and proposals, and help grow Booz Allen’s quantum capabilities across the federal sector. A TS/SCI clearance is required, with polygraph preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience with customer missions in the national security sector.
• Experience delivering quantum capabilities or in the Federal sector.
• Experience writing proposals or white papers.
• TS/SCI clearance.
• Master's degree in a physics, engineering, mathematics, or technology field.
• Doctorate degree in Physics (nice to have).

Skills

National security missions

Quantum capabilities delivery

Proposal writing

TS/SCI clearance

Advanced STEM degree

Education

Master's degree in physics/engineering/math/tech

Doctorate in Physics

Job description

Quantum Technology Mission Strategist

The Opportunity

In this role, you will work in the intersection of quantum technologies, business acceleration, and mission impact. You will leverage your expertise in quantum physics and quantum technologies to innovate and develop new solutions in the national security sector. You will engage with internal and external stakeholders to remain apprised of mission requirements and capabilities. You will be expected to establish and maintain partnerships with other companies across the quantum ecosystem and understand how and when to leverage partners in mission solutions. You will use your quantum expertise and deep understanding of the company's quantum capabilities to shape white papers and support proposals that drive new quantum business to the national security sector.

You Have

• Experience with customer missions in the national security sector
• Experience delivering quantum capabilities or in the Federal sector
• Experience writing proposals or white papers
• TS/SCI clearance
• Master's degree in a physics, engineering, mathematics, or technology field

Nice If You Have

• Experience as a capture manager for large proposal efforts
• Experience with product management or project management
• Experience leading small to medium sized teams of 3-10 people
• Ability to display publications in peer-reviewed quantum journals
• Ability to demonstrate a strong executive presence
• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills
• TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph
• Doctorate degree in Physics

Compensation

Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. The projected compensation range for this position is $112,800.00 to $257,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.

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Work Model

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Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

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