Director of Air & Space Force and Federal Civilian Growth/Capture and Operations

About the role

JHNA, CTSi, and EXPANSIA have formed Aether Aerospace, a Defense Technology platform delivering high-impact technologies, technology‑enabled services, and advanced manufacturing solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense and related national security customers. Backed by Falfurrias Management Partners, the platform brings deep domain expertise across Army, Navy, Air Force, and Space Force programs, digital engineering, systems integration, and specialized manufacturing capabilities. It operates as a multi‑entity aerospace and defense technology, tech‑enabled services, and manufacturing enterprise positioned for scalable growth, operational excellence, and long‑term value creation. This is a full‑time, permanent position with remote work options available in Washington, D.C., Virginia, or Maryland, requiring 20‑30% travel. The role is Director of Air & Space Force and Federal Civilian Operations and Growth/Capture, responsible for operational execution, employee development, contract performance, and profit‑and‑loss accountability across Air Force, Space Force, and Federal Civilian portfolios. The director will lead full‑lifecycle growth, capture, and strategic business development efforts, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy and cross‑portfolio leadership, combining operational and delivery oversight with customer engagement, opportunity capture, and growth strategy execution. The ideal candidate possesses deep Air Force, Space Force, and/or Federal Civilian customer knowledge, a proven record of capture success, and the ability to translate growth strategy into disciplined operational and financial results.

Responsibilities

• Operational Execution Leadership:
  • Organize and develop leaders and managers to ensure disciplined execution of services, products, and contract deliverables across portfolios and programs while supporting employee engagement and performance.
  • Oversee contract execution to ensure high‑quality delivery in alignment with performance requirements, schedules, cost terms, and profitability objectives.
  • Guide teams to deliver efficient, high‑quality work that reinforces program excellence and client satisfaction.
  • Drive proactive recruiting, hiring, and development of qualified personnel to meet mission and program needs.
  • Foster a collaborative, mission‑focused culture dedicated to supporting clients and