Staff Field Engineer, Federal
Core
Technical Field Engineer for quantum security solutions serving Federal civilian, defense, and intelligence agencies.
Role type
Senior IC field engineer (quantum security)
Builds
Quantum security proofs of concept, technical proposals, and sales assets for Federal missions
Domain
Quantum computing + Cybersecurity + Federal Government
Required skills
Field engineering, Federal agency engagement, Cybersecurity, Technical proposals, Proof of concept development, Pipeline management, Public speaking, Competitive objection handling
Preferred skills
Security clearance, Quantum computing expertise, Technical sales experience, Broad architecture skills
Technologies
Quantum Key Distribution, Post-Quantum Cryptography, Cloud Security, Network Security
Responsibilities
Lead Federal customer discussions and technical demonstrations; Map customer requirements to quantum security approaches; Create technical proposals and sales assets; Develop and progress Federal sales pipeline; Represent IonQ at government conferences; Feed customer insights back to Product Management and Engineering
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
