Principal Director, Integrated Performance Subdivision (IPS)

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.

At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration – to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.

The Enterprise Effects Division (EED) drives integration of Aerospace’s strategic capabilities across the national space enterprise. The division leverages a broad array of engineering disciplines against a diverse and dynamic portfolio of programs, customers, and national challenges. EED spans the capability lifecycle from concept and architecture design to performance assessment to application of space and space-enabled capabilities.

The Principal Director of the Integrated Performance Subdivision (IPS) leads an organization to conduct, direct and integrate model-based analyses, empowering teams and staff to deliver differentiated and context-informed insights. The subdivision supports our customers in modeling, simulation, and analysis (MS&A) of space-, air-, and ground-based systems. Topics include agent-based modeling; mission utility analyses; target tracking effectiveness; architecture performance for and across all space mission areas; end-to-end effects chain analyses and space and space-enabled campaign modeling.

Work Model:

This full-time position requires 100% onsite work in El Segundo CA, Chantilly VA, or Colorado Springs, CO.

What You’ll Be Doing  

• Driving the advancement of end-to-end MS&A capabilities for the full spectrum of space and space-enabled mission areas and integrating mission-area capabilities to enable comprehensive analyses of mission and enterprise effects.
• Partnering closely across the Aerospace and EED leadership team and with other industry, government and FFRDC/UARC partners to lead and sustain tight collaboration in quantifying the performance and effectiveness of space and space-enabled capabilities.
• Role modeling Aerospace core values and leadership attributes with our workforce, customers, and mission partners. 
• Defining and leading the execution of the subdivision strategy consistent with division/corporate goals, customer needs, assigned functions, and external factors.
• Leading the subdivision team to meet mission demand, deepening the expertise and collaboration skills of the workforce, and developing future leaders for the corporation. 
• Building and retaining high performing, agile, and collaborative teams with a solution- and mission-oriented mindset.
• Strategically guiding advanced research and development activities aligned to the subdivision’s assigned functions.
• Prioritizing and managing resources to have the greatest impact across the division’s customer base and for the corporation. 

What You Need to be Successful- Principal Director, Integrated Performance Subdivision  

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM or related discipline
• 12 or more years of demonstrated experience in the development and application of MS&A products to customer hard problems with demonstrated ability to generate positive business outcomes.
• Demonstrated technical, executive, and people management skills across strategic planning; budget development and execution; and the hiring, development, and retention of diverse, high-performing, and change-resilient technical talent.
• Demonstrated acumen in leading integrated, multidisciplinary teams, with a solution- and mission-oriented mindset, to successful outcomes and results that have enterprise impact.
• Strong influencing and stakeholder engagement skills, with proven ability to quickly establish relationships and maintain trust with individuals and groups across the enterprise.
• Demonstrated track record of driving innovative organizational results through agility, anticipation of internal/external customer needs, cross-functional collaboration, and knowledge sharing. 
• Effective leadership in the face of ambiguity, aligning people and teams to achieve common objectives while proactively anticipating and mitigating resistance to change.
• Willing to travel to meet the needs of the organization and customers, approximately 10-25% of the time.
• This position requires a current and active TS/SCI clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.  

How You Can Stand Out  

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: 

• Leadership experience in a customer-facing organization.
• Knowledge of government space mission architectures and mission-effects chains.
• Demonstrated experience collaborating in major MS&A initiatives across other FFRDCs, government entities, UARCs, SETAs and/or industry.
• Financial and business acumen through program / business unit leadership.
• Master’s or PhD degree in related STEM discipline.

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business.  The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below.  Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills. 

(Min - Max)

$240,000 - $280,000

Pay Basis: Annual

Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who:

• Operate Strategically
• Lead Change   
• Engage with Impact   
• Foster Innovation   
• Deliver Results  

Ways We Reward Our Employees

During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.

Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type.  A few highlights include:

• 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

We are all unique, from diverse backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.

Equal Opportunity Commitment

The Aerospace Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you’re an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at ieo.mailbox@aero.org. You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.