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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 63 days IonQ's roles stay open a median of 81 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 11% of IonQ's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at IonQ
- high 104 stale, 2 reposted of 104 open
- Hiring momentum
- 159 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-10-23
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from IonQ's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for IonQ.
About this role
The Federal Capture Director at IonQ will lead strategic capture efforts to secure federal contracts for quantum technologies, working closely with various internal teams and external partners. This role involves managing the entire capture process, developing win strategies, engaging with federal stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations. The ideal candidate will leverage their extensive experience in federal capture management and deep relationships within the federal ecosystem to drive revenue growth across U.S. government agencies.
- benefits
- 3/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 5/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of IonQ as an employer.
What you need
- 8+ years of professional experience in Federal Capture Management, Business Development, or Program Management within the US Federal sector
- Proven track record capturing federal contracts ($10M+ value) for complex technical solutions with direct experience in quantum technologies
- Demonstrated ability to organize and lead matrixed, cross-functional pursuit teams
- Proven experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder programs in a federal or defense context
- Thorough understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR/DFARS) and the Shipley capture management lifecycle
- An existing, referenceable network of federal customers and acquisition officials
Nice to have
- Current Secret, Top Secret, or TS/SCI clearance
- PMP, Shipley Capture Management certification or APMP Practitioner certification
- Experience in a high-growth, venture-backed, or fast-paced commercial tech environment transitioning into the federal sector
What you get
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
- Matching 401(k)
- Unlimited PTO and paid holidays
- Parental/adoption leave
- Legal insurance
- Home technology stipend
Worth weighing
- Travel requirement of up to 25%
- Role involves significant cross-functional collaboration, which may require strong interpersonal skills
- No specific mention of work-life balance or remote work flexibility beyond a few days a week
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Listed by IonQ on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-23. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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