Principal Director, ISCD Software Mission Solutions Subdivision

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

The Information Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD) is a unique engineering division partnering across the full space enterprise to advance next-generation digital solutions and software-enabled mission capabilities.  With customers spanning the DoD, Intelligence Community (IC), civil and commercial space, ISCD blends expertise in software architecture, AI/ML systems, data fabric/architecture, advanced cloud and edge platforms, cybersecurity, and full-stack engineering through mission-focused, collaborative, multi-disciplinary teams.  These collaborative teams leverage hands-on prototyping and applied R&D to support customer concepts, software architecture and development, and integration of the latest digital technology solutions.  By bringing multi-disciplinary technical insight to critical space missions, ISCD is positioned at the forefront of innovative software and technology for excited new ways to make real-world impact. 

We are seeking an innovative and energetic Principal Director to lead the Software Mission Solutions Subdivision – a nationally-distributed matrix of software engineers responsible across the full software stack for building, integrating, and supporting the deployment/acquisition of high-impact solutions Aerospace’s space customer base.  This leader will architect a new organizational structure and operating model for rapid “team of teams” assembly, ensuring fast delivery of modern software solutions that span front-end, back-end, cloud, DevOps/DevSecOps, AI/ML, and mission-specific integration needs.  This unique role requires exceptional technical depth, operational leadership and the ability to work closely with customers to lead advanced software teams to provide consistent high-performance delivery. 

Work Model  

This is a full-time position based in Chantilly, VA or El Segundo, CA which requires 100% onsite work.  

What You’ll Be Doing   

This innovative and creative leader will be responsible for one of the company’s most critical matrix functions – software engineering and solution development.  This leader will drive this organization at the forefront of technology and across our critical Aerospace missions through strategic leadership, workforce shaping, and talent management.  They will be responsible to integrate a large span of customer support models ranging from software acquisition support, government / commercial contractor software architecture and deployment, software prototyping, modeling and simulation tool and platform development, and internal enterprise tool development, while bringing a passion and excitement for mission impact