Technical Director, Off-Planet Systems & Space Robotics

<p>As the Technical Director of Off-Planet Systems &amp; Space Robotics, you will own and lead ICON’s off-planet robotics, construction, and materials initiatives across hardware, electrical, software, material science, R&amp;D, and operations. This is a highly strategic and execution-driven leadership role, partnering closely with program management, executive leadership, and external stakeholders to scale ICON’s space robotics and extraterrestrial construction capabilities.</p> <p>You will shape the long-term technical vision, infrastructure, and execution strategy for ICON’s off-planet programs—driving innovation, operational excellence, and sustained market leadership in autonomous construction beyond Earth.<br><br></p> <p><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Serve as the extreme owner of ICON’s off-planet systems and space robotics outputs across engineering, R&amp;D, material science, and operations.</li> <li>Lead and scale multidisciplinary teams spanning robotics, autonomous systems, material science, and construction technologies.</li> <li>Partner closely with program management to execute complex, high-risk, multi-disciplinary initiatives.</li> <li>Interface with executive leadership, internal stakeholders, customers, and government partners to align technical strategy with business objectives.</li> <li>Build, operate, and continuously evolve a state-of-the-art research and operations facility supporting off-planet robotics and construction programs.</li> <li>Establish and maintain strategic relationships with industry leaders, space agencies, vendors, and critical contractors.</li> <li>Develop long-term R&amp;D roadmaps and strategic plans, including resourcing, budgeting, and technical investment priorities.</li> <li>Provide broad technical and strategic guidance to VP- and C-level leadership on off-planet business objectives, anticipating market, regulatory, and technological factors influencing medium- and long-term success.</li> <li>Lead groups, divisions, and product teams with full accountability for delivery, performance, and outcomes.</li> <li>Oversee and integrate all off-planet initiatives, developing new methods and approaches to solve company-wide technical and operational challenges in space robotics and autonomous construction.</li> </ul> <p><br><strong>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:</strong></p> <ul> <li>B.S. degree in Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Aerospace Engineering, Material Science, or a related field.</li> <li>15+ years of relevant industry experience, with demonstrated focus on off-planet systems, lunar environments, materials, and/or space robotic systems.</li> <l