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Ignite is a premier provider of subject matter expertise and specialized services to the US Intelligence Community, Departments of Defense, Homeland Security, Justice, and the National Aeronautics & Space Administration.  Ignite is also proud to distinguish itself as a CMMI Services Level III and an ISO 9001:2015 certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Huntsville, AL.  Ignite upholds our values of integrity, competency, collaboration, innovation, and reliability while delivering superior results through everything we do.

Ignite is currently seeking a driven, detail-oriented Chief Scientist & Vice President for National Security Space Programs to join our team.  Nested within the National Security Programs Business Unit and directly reporting to the Vice President for National Security Programs, this leadership role will involve managing and growing business lines supporting the US Space Force and National Reconnaissance Office.  This position will work in a fast-paced environment that requires the ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances and work collaboratively with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.

Additional duties will involve advising corporate leadership and select clients on the advanced scientific and technical aspects of their respective mission(s), as well as supporting the development, implementation, and execution of advanced research and technology strategies that are intended to protect US national interests or enhance the lethality of US space forces.

This position is expected to be located in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Responsibilities include:

• Collaborate with industry, academia, and government partners to support the development of new technologies, explore emerging trends, and position Ignite to remain at the forefront of national security space innovation.
• Develop and sustain a comprehensive research and technology strategy (products & services) for Ignite that aligns with the national security space mission.
• As an element of the corporate business development and capture strategy, identify and prioritize anticipated research and technology needs intended to support the national security space mission.
• Advise the senior leadership of national security space stakeholder organizations on the scientific and technical aspects of their missions, including advanced technology acquisition and capability development.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and leverage external expertise and resources as a line of services to be delivered to the national security space enterprise.
• Enable Ignite’s presence within research and development efforts to support the national security space mission.
• Represent Ignite’s interests in external forums, including academic and industry conferences, in relation to national security space research and technology interests.
• Advise leaders of national security space research and technology efforts on best practices to ensure they are consistent with national and defense policies and regulations.

Job Requirements and Qualifications:

• At least 15 years of experience in research and development in a relevant field.
• Strong leadership, business operations, and management skills, with experience leading large research and development teams that can be translated into a business development and capture strategy.
• Demonstrated ability to vision, conceptualize, and grow organizations intended to deliver services and capabilities that enhance the lethality of the national US Space Force.
• Develop and execute business strategies to support the national security space mission while maximizing operational efficiency and revenue generation.
• Lead and manage a team of business professionals, scientists, and technologists responsible for supporting the growth and operations of the national security space business line.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement complex research and technology strategies as a corporate service offering.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical information to non-technical audiences as a component of a larger business development and capture process.

Security Clearance Requirements:

Must have an active Top Secret personnel security clearance or the ability to obtain one.

Education Requirements:

Ph.D. in a scientific or technical field, such as physics, engineering, or computer science.

Other Requirements:

Must be a US citizen.