QBID Quantum Computing SME

About the role

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training. Working on the Department of War critical technology areas offers a dynamic, fast-paced environment at the forefront of advancing national defense capabilities in areas such as Quantum and Battlefield Information Dominance, Applied AI, Biomanufacturing, and more.

Responsibilities

• Support the office leadership as a subject matter expert in quantum technologies, cyberspace operations, electronic warfare, and advanced information dominance capabilities.
• Provide specialized expertise in quantum computing.
• Advise senior DoW leadership on strategic direction, technology modernization priorities, and emerging capability gaps relevant to the Quantum and Battlefield Information Dominance portfolio.
• Develop technology roadmaps, strategic assessments, presentations, and executive-level products to support modernization initiatives and investment planning.
• Coordinate and engage with the RDT&E community including government laboratories, industry, academia, FFRDCs, UARCs, and international partners.
• Analyze and track technical programs across the Department; assist in technical evaluations, requirements development, and transition planning.
• Prepare briefings, reports, white papers, and other business and technical products in support of senior leadership decision-making.

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience in the Scientific, Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation sector for Industry, Academia, or Government relevant to the technical focus of the applicable office.
• PhD in a relevant hard science or engineering discipline (e.g., Physics, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science).
• Demonstrated expertise in quantum computing.
• Demonstrated experience supporting the DoW RDT&E community and working with senior technical and acquisition stakeholders.
• Must have a current and active Secret clearance, and eligible to obtain a TS/SCI; prior SAP experience is highly preferred.
• U.S. Citizenship Required for the purposes of obtaining/holding a U.S. security clearance.

Pay

The salary range for this position is USD $220,000.00/Yr. - USD $260,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law.

Benefits

AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.