Associate Principal Director, Software Mission Solutions Subdivision (SMSS)
Core
Senior leadership role integrating operations, team development, and customer engagement for the Information Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD) in the National Capital Region, focusing on modern software engineering, AI/ML systems, and digital infrastructure for space missions.
Role type
Associate Principal Director, Engineering Division Leader
Builds
Scalable software solutions, next-generation digital foundations, and AI-enabled mission capabilities for DoD, Intelligence Community, and commercial space customers
Domain
Aerospace, Defense, National Security, Software Engineering, AI/ML
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Executive leadership, strategic planning, organizational development, stakeholder management, software architecture, AI/ML integration, talent strategy, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
Organizational transformation, strategic partnerships, AI-enabled mission solutions (autonomous systems, space domain awareness), MLOps, secure multi-level environments, space/defense mission areas, workforce planning
Technologies
CI/CD, microservices, cloud-native architectures, AI/ML frameworks, secure multi-level architectures
Responsibilities
Coordinate operations, facilities, infrastructure, hiring, and strategic planning across all ISCD subdivisions; Build and strengthen relationships with DoD and Intelligence Community customers; Engage directly with customers to identify high-impact mission opportunities; Integrate prototype software capabilities into mission solutions; Develop and implement talent strategies to attract and retain top technical talent; Collaborate with broader ISCD leadership to ensure consistent culture and technical excellence
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC leader with strategic oversight