Principal Director leading applied AI initiatives at Aerospace Corporation focused on national security and advanced infrastructure. Driving innovation through AI and cloud integration for complex space systems.
Responsibilities
Create and lead a new subdivision focusing on applied AI research and development toward space systems leveraging modern cloud and hybrid infrastructure services for ground, edge, and scalable data architectures.
Expand Aerospace’s role in national security space, integrating cloud, data, and AI expertise, and building partnerships across the company and community.
Align data platforms, AI/ML pipelines, and cloud/edge infrastructure across programs.
Rapidly apply capabilities to customer challenges through prototypes, pilots, and deployable solutions.
Build connections to other cutting-edge organizations to accelerate innovation.
Lead prototyping and integration of AI/ML, data platforms, and cloud/edge infrastructure into cohesive, mission-ready architectures.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, data science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, information systems, or a related STEM field.
12 or more years of experience with demonstrated impact leading large, multidisciplinary technical organizations supporting complex government or national security missions.
Deep understanding of modern AI/ML systems, including model development, deployment, and lifecycle management (MLOps), as well as strengths and limitations of current AI approaches.
Strong expertise in modern data architectures, including data platforms, data fabrics/meshes, streaming systems, analytics environments, and data governance in mission contexts.
Demonstrated experience with cloud-native and hybrid infrastructure, including commercial and government cloud service providers, container platforms, orchestration, and edge computing.
Proven ability to shape mid- and long-range technical strategies and roadmaps that integrate AI, data, and infrastructure for complex, software-enabled missions.
Exceptional customer-facing skills, with experience partnering with senior government stakeholders to translate mission needs into scalable digital solutions.
Established success building and leading integrated, multidisciplinary teams with a focus on reuse, scalability, and mission impact.
Experience managing internal R&D portfolios, including transitioning research into operational systems or sustained mission use.
Executive-level communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Willingness to travel occasionally to work locations or customer sites (approximately 10–20%).
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance (TS/SCI level and higher).
U.S. citizenship is required.
Benefits
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
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