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Press release · Colorado Springs, Colorado · April 2025

Former U.S. Space Force Chief Scientist Dr. Joel Mozer Joins SQS as Strategic Advisor

Portrait of Dr. Joel Mozer

Dr. Joel B. Mozer, the first Chief Scientist of the United States Space Force and before that Chief Technologist for the Air Force Research Laboratory's Space Vehicles Directorate, joined SQS as a strategic advisor. At Space Force he directed a $300 million annual research and development portfolio. His advisory role covers SQS's development of quantum-secure infrastructure across space, defense, and enterprise sectors. He is listed on the About page as Science and Technology Advisor.

I'm thrilled to join Secured Quantum Services, a team that understands the critical importance of securing our technological future. SQS's pioneering work in quantum technology represents exactly the kind of forward-thinking innovation that inspires me, and I'm eager to contribute to their mission of creating resilient, next-generation solutions.

Dr. Joel Mozer, former Chief Scientist, United States Space Force

Having Dr. Mozer's wisdom and leadership guiding our next chapter is a profound honor. He embodies the spirit of innovation, resilience, and strategic foresight that we believe will define the next era of secure, interconnected, and quantum-resilient systems.

Ray Schouten, CEO, Secured Quantum Services