IonQ to open first quantum computing manufacturing facility in the U.S.

IonQ announced plans to open the first known dedicated quantum computing manufacturing facility in the U.S., located in the suburbs of Seattle, Washington. The new facility will house IonQ‘s growing R&D and manufacturing teams, as they develop systems to meet continued customer demand. With public support from U.S. Senator Patty Murray and Congresswoman Suzan DelBene, this announcement is part of IonQ’s broader intent to invest $1B through expansion in the Pacific Northwest over the next 10 years. "Advanced technologies like quantum computing are key to solving some of the world’s most pressing challenges such as climate change, energy, and transportation," said Peter Chapman, CEO and President of IonQ. "The Seattle region has been a hub of tech innovation and manufacturing for decades, and has the skilled workforce we need to design, build and manufacture our quantum computers. As we planned our expansion, the Seattle area was an ideal option for our new facility. We’re excited to be among the other innovative companies who call Seattle home, many of which are IonQ partners and customers." IonQ Vice President of Product Engineering Dr. Dave Mehuys, who joined IonQ in March 2022 from a senior leadership role at Psiquantum, will oversee the build out of the new facility.