Senior Quantum Compute Scientist

Lockheed Martin•Highlands Ranch, CA

1d•Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a Senior Quantum Compute Scientist to perform research, analysis, design, and development of emerging technologies, techniques, and systems for data analytics and exploitation using quantum computing. This role involves leading the conception, modeling, simulation, implementation, and testing of quantum-based algorithms and applications, driving them from idea through validated prototype. The scientist will collaborate closely with AI/ML development teams to create performance modeling algorithms for quantum hardware and to leverage high-performance compute clusters for testing and optimization of designs. Additionally, the role requires producing high-quality technical documentation, including reports, proposals, and presentation materials, and communicating results effectively to internal teammates, external customers, and industry partners. The candidate will also write proposals for new research and development contracts and guide technical development projects, ensuring milestones are met while fostering strong, collaborative relationships across multiple business areas, with internal and external customers, suppliers, and academic or industry collaborators. The successful candidate will combine strong analytical abilities with excellent written and verbal communication skills, thrive in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment, and demonstrate the capacity to lead complex technical initiatives.

Requirements

Strong understanding of the physics and mathematics associated with Quantum Computing and the design and development of algorithms and applications of Quantum Computing
Strong technical writing, presentation and overall communication skills for reports, proposals, technical presentations, and interaction with customers, team members, suppliers, and academic/industry collaborators
Strong communication skills to discuss concepts with experts and non-experts
Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision in a geographically distributed team environment
U.S. Citizen with willingness and ability to obtain security clearance

Nice To Haves

5+ years of demonstrated quantum compute algorithm design experience
PhD in Physics, Applied Math, or related area of study

Responsibilities

Perform research, analysis, design, and development of emerging technologies, techniques, and systems for data analytics and exploitation using quantum computing.
Lead the conception, modeling, simulation, implementation, and testing of quantum based algorithms and applications, driving them from idea through validated prototype.
Collaborate closely with AI/ML development teams to create performance modeling algorithms for quantum hardware and to leverage high performance compute clusters for testing and optimization of designs.
Produce high quality technical documentation, including reports, proposals, and presentation materials, and communicate results effectively to internal teammates, external customers, and industry partners.
Write proposals for new research and development contracts.
Guide technical development projects, ensuring milestones are met while fostering strong, collaborative relationships across multiple business areas, with internal and external customers, suppliers, and academic or industry collaborators.