Abstract: Quantum-HPC is a newly formed working group within the IEEE Quantum Initiative with a focus on systematically specifying and addressing open challenges in the area of interfacing classical high-performance computing (HPC) with quantum computing and simulation (QCS) systems. The establishment of the IEEE Quantum-HPC Working Group stems from the organisers of this BoF working together on several sessions (panels, BoFs, workshops) in the area of QCS-HPC integration at past events including QCE, ISC-HPC, and SC. The interfacing of HPC and QCS systems provides opportunities to expand further development, access and adoption of the rapidly evolving capabilities of QCS technologies. However, this requires addressing different elements of the full stack from hardware infrastructure, interconnectivity, system software, programming tools, and use-case applications.
This BoF session will be composed of the following elements:

1. Formal presentation of the IEEE Quantum-HPC Working by the co-chairs to the wider community in quantum computing as well as those in hybrid HPC-QCS.
2. Solicitation of feedback through discussion with the audience on the focus, technical working structure of the working group, planned activities, and framework for engagement and growth.

Based on guidance from the QCE23 General Chair, this proposed 90-minute BoF session will serve as the official launch of the IEEE Quantum-HPC Working Group. Future activities and events of this working group will focus on community building as well as technical sessions through co-location at SC and ISC-HPC (to engage with a more HPC-focused audience), future Quantum Weeks and dedicated face-to-face workshops under the Quantum Initiative.