US Government Engagement Lead for Quantum

Airbus Ventures; Washington; On-site; USD 210,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

HSA/FSA

PTO

Parental leave

401k with employer match

Wellness allowance

Job summary

Q-CTRL is seeking a senior policy professional to lead US government engagement, shaping policy and funding initiatives, and building relationships with congressional offices, agencies, and state governments.

You will work with BD, technical, product, and marketing teams to connect Q-CTRL’s quantum capabilities with government priorities, supporting defense and economic objectives and advancing sovereign capabilities.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant experience in government, congressional affairs, public policy, or government relations.
• A demonstrated track record of shaping government decisions, with tangible achievements in policy development, legislation, or public funding.
• A strong understanding of US federal policymaking and the legislative, authorization, appropriations, and agency budget processes.
• An established network across Capitol Hill, the executive branch, key federal departments, and the ability to build trusted relationships across affiliations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical information into persuasive government-facing messaging.
• A collaborative approach across functions to raise Q-CTRL’s profile and secure opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute Q-CTRL’s US government engagement strategy, setting clear priorities for policy, legislative, and funding outcomes.
• Build bipartisan relationships with congressional offices and committees, and engage with the Department of War, federal agencies and state governments.
• Represent company interests in political and policy forums, including engagements supporting business development with the USG.
• Shape policy, legislation, and funding decisions through targeted advocacy and authorization/appropriations processes.
• Identify and secure government funding and partnerships by aligning Q-CTRL’s capabilities with government priorities.
• Monitor policy developments and translate them into actionable guidance for leadership.
• Represent Q-CTRL in industry associations and policy forums to build coalitions.
• Undertake other duties within the employee's skills and experience or with reasonable training.

Skills

Government affairs

Policy advocacy

Stakeholder management

Public speaking

Policy analysis

Job description

Q-CTRL is seeking a senior policy professional to lead US government engagement, shaping policy and funding initiatives, and building relationships with congressional offices, agencies, and state governments.

You will work with BD, technical, product, and marketing teams to connect Q-CTRL’s quantum capabilities with government priorities, supporting defense and economic objectives and advancing sovereign capabilities.