Quantum Architectures Consultant

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Posted Todayjob requisition :
36785
** Job Family:
** Research Physicists (PHY)
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* Travel Required:

** Up to 10%
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* Clearance Required:

** Ability to Obtain Secret
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* What You Will Do:

** The Quantum Architectures Consultant will support a team of skilled researchers to help drive advancements in quantum computing research for the Department of Defense.

As part of our team, you'll serve as a strategic technical advisor to program managers at the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), advising on advanced government-funded research and development programs. You’ll work with world-class scientists and engineers to provide strategic assessments of emerging technologies. You will maintain responsibility for producing and presenting findings and recommendations to a team of colleagues and clients on the feasibility and potential impact of future research programs, assisting with the management of current programs, and facilitating the transition of program deliverables to DoD stakeholders.
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* What You Will Need:

*** Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "SECRET" security clearance; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of clearance prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE "SECRET" or higher-level clearance are preferred.
* Bachelor’s degree
* FIVE (5) or more years’ experience in quantum mechanics, quantum error correction, quantum resource estimation, and/or quantum information theory; including but not limited to:  + Experience developing, modeling, and characterizing quantum architectures in an R&D environment  + Experience authoring, editing, and proof-reading technical papers, presentations, reports, and/or program plans for technical and non-technical audiences  + Experience meeting target milestones, timelines, and budgets for projects/programs
** What Would Be Nice To Have:
*** An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "TOP SECRET/SCI (TS/SCI)" Federal or DoD security clearance
* Master’s degree with 3+ years professional experience
* Ph.D. degree in a STEM field with zero years professional experience
* Experience performing or supporting government-sponsored research activities
* Experience developing or managing programs/projects related to quantum information, and/or quantum computing technologies
* Experience leading and coordinating teams of different experience and technical backgrounds
* Prior experience working with DARPA
* Knowledge of the DoD program/project development process
* Ability to work on tasks quickly, independently, and collaboratively in a team atmosphere
* Possession of outstanding attention to detail
* Possession of clear and succinct oral, visual, and written communication skills
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* What We Offer:

** Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:
* Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
* Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
* Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
* Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
* 401(k) Retirement Plan
* Basic Life & Supplemental Life
* Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
* Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
* Student Loan Pay Down
* Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
* Skills Development & Certifications
* Employee Referral Program
* Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
* Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
* Mobility Stipend
** About Guidehouse
** Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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