Senior Vice President of the Civil Systems Group (SVP, CSG)

Minimum Requirements :

• Bachelor's degree in science, engineering, business or other relevant degree (advanced degree preferred)

• Substantial executive leadership experience (typically 15+ years), with a demonstrated track record of leading large, complex organizations

• Savvy to the external landscape, industry trends, and evolving business and partnership models

• Strong entrepreneurial, business and financial acumen

• Strong executive presence to include written, verbal communication and presentation skills; experience engaging with and presenting to a Board of Trustees/Directors is highly desirable

• Experience working in the civil space, national security space, or broader Aerospace and Defense industry

• History of establishing and sustaining trusted relationships with senior government customers and commercial space industry leaders

• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategies, inspire and align the workforce to achieve high impact results

• Track record of strong people and organizational management with the ability to develop high performance teams who are aligned to the company's strategic vision and direction

• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain security clearance.

• Ability to travel (25% or as required by customers, industry engagements, internal meetings with leadership and/or team)

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

• Experience running a profit and loss (P&L) center is a plus

• Background in startup, private equity, or emerging commercial space environments is a plus

• Candidates from government, other FFRDCs, national labs, or academic institutions are strongly encouraged to apply

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
• A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

We are all unique, from various 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.

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