Dominic O’Brien leads the Systems Engineering strategy and development for NQIT, the UK’s Quantum Computing hub, led by the Oxford University. NQIT’s goal is to develop the UK’s first quantum computing prototype and Dominic is responsible for co-ordinating the complex engineering involved. Dominic has over two decades of experience in photonic systems integration, including system design, integration process development, custom IC development and control system development. His recent track-record includes 400Gbit/s optical wireless transmission, and communications systems with UAVs, in collaboration with Airbus and other partners.