PsiQuantum and Lockheed Martin have signed an MoU to accelerate the development of quantum computing applications in aerospace and defense. Building on years of strategic collaboration, this new agreement marks an important step toward deploying quantum technology against complex challenges in national security and aerospace innovation.

The partnership will explore projects to develop quantum algorithms supporting real-world aerospace and defense use cases for the US government and its allies. This includes PsiQuantum’s development of the world’s first utility-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computers and the use of its Construct software suite, a secure, end-to-end platform for designing, analyzing and optimizing fault-tolerant algorithms, as a key collaboration tool.

“This strategic collaboration brings together PsiQuantum's expertise in quantum applications and deployment with Lockheed Martin's capabilities, expertise and global leadership in aerospace and defense — and it takes our two companies' years-long relationship to the next level,” says Mark Brunner, Executive Vice President for PsiQuantum's US Public Sector team. “Real, useful quantum computing will begin transforming the aerospace industry in a few short years and now is the time for companies to prepare to seize the fullest potential of this technology.”

“As Lockheed Martin advances our 21st Century Security vision, we are laser-focused on identifying fieldable quantum technologies that strengthen the mission-focused capabilities we provide to our customers,” adds Valerie Browning, Lockheed Martin Vice President of Research and Technology. “This new strategic collaboration with PsiQuantum promises to deepen our effort and further strengthen Lockheed Martin's capabilities.”

Quantum computing promises to revolutionise the modeling of complex systems critical to aerospace engineering. By improving simulations of fluid dynamics, propulsion, stress-strain behavior and quantum chemistry, utility-scale fault-tolerant systems could enhance performance and efficiency across future aircraft and defense platforms.