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Technical Director

ENSCO, Inc.
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States
Posted
27 days ago
Department
Mission Systems Group (MSG)
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor's or advanced degree in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, software engineering, computer science, physics, mathematics, engineering management, or a closely related technical discipline
  • Minimum of 15 years of relevant professional experience
  • Recognized as a top contributor within the technical community
  • Demonstrated experience leading the creation or execution of an acquisition strategy during concept maturation or pre-prototype planning
  • Proven ability to convert urgent mission outcomes into an executable acquisition pathway
  • Technical depth in mission architectures and integration risk
Nice to have
  • Master's degree in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, software engineering, engineering management, acquisition management, data analytics, or a related discipline
  • Experience with Satellite Control, TT&C, or space mission systems
  • Experience working directly with U.S. Space Force or other DoD acquisition organizations
  • Experience with capability portfolio management or portfolio-level trade-space analysis
  • Hands-on experience with commercial-first sourcing or competitive prototyping
What the job really is

The Technical Director at ENSCO will lead the acquisition strategy for a critical Satellite Control capability, focusing on transforming operational urgency into actionable acquisition plans. This role involves connecting mission outcomes with various technical and operational aspects, driving portfolio trade-space decisions, and synchronizing stakeholders across multiple functions. The position requires a strong emphasis on decision-making speed and risk management to ensure timely fielding of capabilities.

Things to weigh
  • No specific benefits listed, only a mention of a comprehensive benefits package
  • Position contingent upon contract award
  • Salary range provided is $230,000 — $290,000 USD, which may be a consideration for candidates
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