Quantum Computing / HPC Exploration Consultant (M/F)

Company Description

Founded in 2017, RKS Consulting is not your typical ESN. It is a human-sized structure, led by an engineer currently on assignment, who has chosen to place people before commercial indicators.

Why join us?

• The same language: Here, there is no "out-of-touch" sales talk. I know the reality of your missions, the complexity of your technical environments, and your daily challenges. We speak the same language.
• A culture of empathy: Having been a permanent consultant myself for years, I know the flaws of the classic model. My absolute priority is to create a framework where you are heard, understood, and respected.
• Support and Benevolence: At RKS, we don't manage resources; we support people. I am here to coach, motivate, and support you technically or personally, without any judgment.
• Transparency: A healthy relationship is a direct relationship. I am committed to real proximity and active listening so that your mission is a total success for your career.

"The foundation of RKS is the human relationship. I am not selling you a dream; I am offering you a solid and benevolent professional partnership." — Founder of RKS Consulting.

Job Description

We are looking for a Consultant specialized in Quantum Computing to support one of our major clients, a large international group in the aeronautics sector, during its exploration and acculturation phase regarding quantum technologies.

Integrated directly within the department in charge of high-performance computing (HPC) infrastructures, composed of architects and project managers, you will be the driving force behind a strategic study aimed at evaluating the relevance and feasibility of integrating quantum solutions within the existing ecosystem.

Your main missions:

• Identification of use cases: Meet with business engineers (aerodynamics, simulation, structural calculation, optimization...) to analyze their mathematical models and current computing constraints.
• Feasibility study and transposition: Evaluate which complex problems could benefit from quantum acceleration (or hybrid HPC-Quantum) and determine the most relevant technical direction (use of existing off-the-shelf solutions, cloud frameworks, or development of custom solutions).
• Evangelization and acculturation: Prepare and lead educational presentations on the potential and limits of quantum computing for technical interlocutors and decision-makers.
• Steering and coordination: Organize and lead numerous workshops and meetings (mainly via videoconference) with international teams in order to map needs and report your analyses to HPC management.

Qualifications

• Education and experience: With higher education (Engineering School, Master's, or PhD in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or Scientific Computing), you have a successful first experience in Quantum Computing and/or HPC environment issues.
• Technical skills: Knowledge of quantum algorithms, the main market frameworks, and an understanding of the issues related to high-performance computing (HPC) clusters. Notions in numerical simulation applied to engineering or aeronautics are a plus.
• Soft skills and posture: This position requires very high autonomy, proactivity, and real tenacity to advance an innovative subject within a complex large-group environment. Your listening skills, ability to simplify complex concepts, and interpersonal ease will allow you to communicate effectively with various business experts.
• Languages: A fluent (professional) level of English is indispensable for leading meetings and writing deliverables in an international context.