U.S. Government Quantum Engagement Lead

Xanadu; United States; On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Xanadu is seeking a Technical Engagement Manager (TEM), U.S. Government, to drive growth and delivery of the U.S. government-funded research portfolio.

You will own the full lifecycle from identifying and winning funding to ensuring successful execution of active awards. The role requires coordinating with Xanadu’s Hardware, Software, Algorithms, Legal, and Finance teams, and serving as the primary interface with U.S. government researchers and program managers.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in physics, chemistry, computer science, engineering or related technical field.
• 5+ years in a government-facing technical or program management role.
• Experience writing, reviewing, or managing proposals for U.S. government funding.
• Proven track record identifying, winning, or managing new government-funded programs.
• Strong understanding of U.S. government contracting and reporting obligations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability translate technical content into proposals.
• U.S. citizen or permanent resident.

Responsibilities

• Drive growth and delivery of the U.S. government-funded research portfolio from funding to execution.
• Lead grants management and coordination across multiple Xanadu teams and external partners.
• Lead outreach and grant-writing efforts for new funding opportunities.
• Maintain relationships with government program managers, primes, and labs to position Xanadu for opportunities.
• Brief leadership on funding landscape and align programs with Xanadu's roadmap.

Skills

Proposal writing

Government contracting

Technical program management

Communication

Security clearance awareness

Education

Undergraduate degree in physics, chemistry, computer science, engineering

Advanced degree (PhD, MSc, or equivalent)

Job description

Xanadu is seeking a Technical Engagement Manager (TEM), U.S. Government, to drive growth and delivery of the U.S. government-funded research portfolio.

You will own the full lifecycle from identifying and winning funding to ensuring successful execution of active awards. The role requires coordinating with Xanadu’s Hardware, Software, Algorithms, Legal, and Finance teams, and serving as the primary interface with U.S. government researchers and program managers.