Associate Director, Capability Transformation

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic digital transformation initiatives.
• Define and execute integrated digital transformation roadmaps for Aerospace and government customers, with focus on modernizing M&S workflows, enterprise data management, agentic AI capabilities, and software integration across cloud and HPC environments.
• Translate ambiguous rapidly evolving mission needs into actionable technical strategies and investment priorities.
• For external customers you will lead development of strategies, roadmaps, requirements and designs for organizations looking to become digital.
• Provide leadership and governance. Establish governance frameworks, technical standards, program management, financial management and decision-making processes for digital initiatives spanning multiple programs, classifications, and customer organizations.
• Balance innovation velocity with risk management, security, and compliance requirements appropriate to national security space missions.
• Build and lead high-performing teams. Influence, develop, and retain technical talent across capability areas including M&S software