Airbus Defence and Space | Quantum Key Distribution For Defence
Johanna Sepúlveda Senior Expert Quantum-Secured Communications Technical Domain Manager
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About Johanna Sepúlveda
Johanna Sepúlveda received her M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees in Electrical Engineering – Microelectronics by the University of São Paulo, Brazil. She was a Senior Researcher in the area of security and emerging technologies at the University of South Brittany (France), INRIA (France) and at the Technical University of Munich (Germany). Currently she holds a position as the Airbus Senior Expert on Quantum-Secure Technologies and Technical Domain Manager for Quantum Technologies in all Airbus Defence and Space, being Chief Engineer of different European quantum initiatives such as the European Quantum Communication Infrastructure (EuroQCI).
Also she is the vice-chair of the Strategic Advisory Board of Quantum Technologies for the European Commission and leader of the Strategic Industry Roadmap at the Quantum Industry Consortium (QuIC). She has more than 15 years of experience in R&T and R&D in the area of security, networked systems, HPC and quantum technologies.
Organisation
At Airbus, we lead the development of cutting-edge technologies and aircraft to empower our customers in their mission to create a safer planet. Our products and services are integral to enhancing global security every day, ensuring the safety of citizens and the strategic autonomy of nations.In today’s complex threat landscape, Airbus maintains superiority across land, air, sea, space, and cyber domains through seamless, interoperable solutions.As the principal contractor for Europe’s Future Combat Air System (FCAS), we drive the advancement of sophisticated networks that integrate both manned and unmanned platforms. Our Multi-Domain Combat Cloud (MDCC) exemplifies our innovation in cyber-resilient, cloud-based military communications.Our comprehensive portfolio includes the Eurofighter Typhoon combat aircraft, A400M airlifted, C295 and CN235 tactical transport aircraft, A330 MRTT refuelling tanker, and dependable Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS). Among these are the medium-altitude, long-endurance Eurodrone—currently under development—and the tactical Sirtap, showcasing our commitment to reliable and advanced aerospace solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who is Johanna Sepúlveda?
- Johanna Sepúlveda received her M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees in Electrical Engineering – Microelectronics by the University of São Paulo, Brazil. She was a Senior Researcher in the area of security and emerging technologies at the University of South Brittany (France), INRIA (France) and at the Technical .
- What is the lecture "Airbus Defence and Space | Quantum Key Distribution For Defence"?
- This presentation by Johanna Sepúlveda at the Quantum Security Defence World Symposium covers key concepts, challenges, and developments in quantum cyber security, quantum key distribution.
- What is quantum cyber security?
- Quantum cyber security applies quantum mechanical principles to protect digital communications and data. It covers quantum key distribution, post-quantum cryptography, and quantum-safe network design.
- What is quantum key distribution?
- Quantum key distribution uses quantum mechanics to exchange cryptographic keys securely. Any interception disturbs the quantum states and is detectable, providing information-theoretic security.
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