Technical Engagement Manager, Government Programs

Job Description

Job Title: Sr. Technical Engagement Manager, U.S. Government Programs. Location: United States

Lead the full lifecycle of U.S. government-funded research programs, from identifying funding opportunities through proposal submission, award management, and successful project execution.
Manage active government grants by coordinating with principal investigators and technical teams to ensure milestones, reports, and deliverables are completed on schedule;
Collaborate with hardware, software, algorithms, legal, and finance teams to develop technically strong, strategically competitive, and compliant proposals.
Lead proposal development activities, including grant writing, technical editing, teaming arrangements, and submission management.
Build and maintain relationships with U.S. government program managers, prime contractors, national laboratories, and strategic partners.
Monitor emerging government funding opportunities aligned with Xanadu's research roadmap in fault-tolerant quantum computing, photonic hardware, and quantum algorithms.
Brief company leadership on relevant government funding programs and strategic opportunities;
Represent Xanadu at conferences, government meetings, and community events to develop partnerships and generate new business opportunities.
Bridge technical capabilities with government research priorities to support long-term strategic growth.

Bachelor's degree in Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
At least 5 years of experience in a government-facing technical or program management role.
Proven experience writing, reviewing, or managing proposals for U.S. government funding programs.
Demonstrated success identifying, winning, or managing government-funded research programs or contracts;
Strong understanding of U.S. government contracting, grants administration, compliance requirements, cost accounting standards, and reporting obligations.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into compelling proposal narratives.
Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.

Preferred:

Master's degree, PhD, or equivalent in Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
Familiarity with quantum computing, photonics, superconducting systems, or other deep technology fields.
Existing relationships with program managers at DARPA, the Department of Energy (DoE), or U.S. national laboratories.
Experience working in a startup or high-growth technology company;
Knowledge of U.S. public policy related to emerging technologies, including congressional affairs, federal science priorities, and government budgeting processes.
Active U.S. security clearance (Secret or higher), or eligibility to obtain one.

Opportunity to lead and expand Xanadu's U.S. government research portfolio.
Work alongside world-class quantum computing researchers, engineers, and business leaders.
Participate in cutting-edge programs involving fault-tolerant quantum computing, photonic hardware, and quantum algorithms.
Inclusive, collaborative, and mission-driven work environment;
Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion.
Workplace accommodations available throughout the recruitment process.
AI tools may be used during the recruitment process to assist with application screening and assessment, while all hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.

Other Information:

This position serves as the primary interface between Xanadu and the U.S. government research community.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States as a citizen or permanent resident;
The role requires collaboration across research, engineering, legal, finance, and business development teams.
Applicants will be asked to provide work authorization details and complete standard application questions during the hiring process.

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