Technical Director - DoD Systems Architecture - Modeling & Simulation

Technical Director

• DoD Systems Architecture
• Modeling & Simulation Huntsville, AL 35801 $200,000
• $350,000 a year
• Full-time $200,000
• $350,000 a year
• Full-time Technical Director
• Systems Architecture

• DoD Modeling & Simulation Location:

  Huntsville, AL 35801

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On-Site Clearance:

Active Top Secret (required) Reports to: CEO / Ownership Position Overview We are seeking a corporate Technical Director to lead the technical direction of our Command & Control (C2), fire control, and battle management portfolio. This position is responsible for setting architecture, elevating internal engineering talent, and serving as a trusted technical authority to customers. The role is focused on day-to-day technical work while emphasizing technical leadership, mentorship, and customer-facing credibility, with hands-on engagement in high-impact areas. Required Qualifications Active Top Secret clearance 15+ years of experience in: Missile defense systems Command & Control (C2) Fire control or battle management systems Demonstrated experience in: System architecture and algorithm development Modeling & simulation environments End-to-end system delivery (concept through fielding) Proven ability to lead and mentor technical teams Experience interfacing directly with DoD customers and/or prime contractors Preferred Qualifications Technical Fellow, Chief Engineer, or equivalent senior technical leader Experience with: Sensor fusion, tracking, and targeting algorithms AI/ML applications in defense systems Planners, Battle Management, Sensor Resource Management, Fire Control Existing relationships within the Huntsville defense community PhD in Physics, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field Compensation Competitive base salary Performance-based bonus tied to program success and growth Ideal Candidate Profile Former hands-on algorithm developer who now operates at the system and architecture level Able to mentor and scale a team, not just solve problems individually Commands instant credibility with customers and primes Core Responsibilities (Rebalanced) 1. Technical Authority (Top Priority) Own and define system architecture across: Command & Control (C2) Fire control systems Battle management and sensor resource management Review, guide, and approve algorithms developed by internal engineering teams Establish technical direction for modeling, simulation, and real-time system integration Step into critical technical challenges and high-risk problem areas as needed Ensure technical quality, performance, and scalability across programs 2. Team Elevation (Long-Term Capability Build) Mentor and develop 2-4 high-potential engineers into senior algorithm and system leads Establish and enforce: Algorithm development standards Modeling and simulation approaches Design and code review rigor Build a repeatable, scalable "algorithm development pipeline" Promote best practices across Agile development, testing, and integration Strengthen the organization's ability to deliver complex technical solutions without reliance on a single expert 3. Customer Credibility (Externally Facing Leadership) Serve as the company's senior technical representative in: Design reviews Technical interchange meetings (TIMs) Program milestone discussions Engage directly with customers including: Missile Defense Agency (MDA) U.S. Army programs U.S. Navy programs Prime contractors Translate customer needs into executable technical strategies Be the trusted authority customers rely on during complex or high-risk situations Comfortable balancing technical depth, leadership, and customer engagement

Pay:

$200,000.00

• $350,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): Describe your experience with Missile Defense systems, Command & Control (C2), Fire control or Battle Management systems? Describe your experience with DoD systems architecture and algorithm development? Do you have Modeling & Simulation environment experience? If so, please elaborate: Describe your experience with end-to-end system delivery (concept though fielding). What is your annual compensation target? Describe any experience you have in the following: 1. Sensor fusion, tracking, and targeting algorithms; 2. AI/ML applications in defense systems; 3. Planners, Battle Management, Sensor Resource Management, Fire Control. Do you have existing relationships with the Huntsville, AL defense community?

Education:

Doctorate (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Huntsville, AL 35801 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Huntsville, AL 35801: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person