Space and Intelligence Senior Director

Space and Intelligence Senior Director

Tyto Athene, LLC

Tyto Athene is searching for a Space and Intelligence Senior Director to lead strategy and program excellence across the company’s portfolio of solutions and services delivered to Space, Intelligence, and other strategic customers.

• Manage a large profit and loss organization, planned revenue, and execution of program growth initiatives.
• Oversee all aspects of program delivery compliance and customer satisfaction.
• Develop strategies to introduce new service delivery practice capabilities.
• Identify efficiencies to maximize profit in all service delivery.
• Recruit, develop, and train skilled delivery resources.
• Provide leadership and vision to employees, motivating them to achieve business goals and instill a culture of customer service and accountability.
• Leverage existing and build new relationships to expand Tyto Athene’s network and reputation with Space and Intelligence customers and other key mission-linked programs.
• Participate in proposal development from an operations and delivery perspective, managing the approach and program management plan, and contributing to solutioning related to technical approach and strategic pricing.

• The ideal candidate is a proven technology leader with superior client service delivery, exceptional people leadership, P&L management, and growth capabilities.
• Capable of establishing a broader vision to lead and grow the business.
• Master at translating federal agency requirements, operations, and programs into new Tyto Athene engagements and relationships driven by best‑in‑class technology solutions.
• Agile leader who excels in a fast‑paced environment and shapes innovative solutions with customers to exceed growth targets.
• Passion for innovation and cutting‑edge technology (technologist experience not required).
• Experience managing a P&L of at least $50 million with a track record of significant organic growth.
• Proven growth within a digital modernization or technology solution and implementation business directed toward Space & Intelligence customers.
• 15+ years of progressively responsible growth and general management experience in professional services and technology solutions with P&L management in the Space & Intelligence sectors.
• Demonstrated credibility and trusted relationships with Space & Intelligence customers, especially within the intelligence community and defense space market.
• Experience leading and growing an application and portfolio modernization business/market.
• Deep experience within the federal IT modernization, platform/product solutions, and data analytics marketplace.
• Successful history of developing and executing growth strategies with relevant technology‑oriented professional services businesses.

• Experience and success developing growth strategy and working closely with business development teams on capture strategies and proposals.
• Experience driving inorganic growth strategy, integrating acquisitions, building culture, and assembling diverse teams.
• Exceptional verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making capabilities.
• Sound business ethics, including the protection of proprietary and confidential information.
• Able to collaborate and motivate project teams and work with all levels of internal staff.
• Ability to develop strong working relationships with senior executives and clients.

• Bachelor’s degree in business or technical field; MBA or master’s degree desired.
• Program Manager and/or PMI PMP experience desired.

• Reston, VA
• Candidate must be able and willing to travel 25–50% of the time.

Compensation is unique to each candidate and relative to the skills and experience they bring to the position. It does not guarantee a specific salary; compensation is based on multiple factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements.

• Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Paid Time Off, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, and parental leave.

Tyto Athene is a trusted leader in IT services and solutions, delivering mission‑focused digital transformation that drives measurable success. Our expertise spans Network Modernization, Hybrid Cloud, Cybersecurity, and Enterprise IT—empowering clients with cutting‑edge solutions tailored to evolving needs. With over 50 years of experience, we proudly support Defense, Intelligence, Space, National Security, Civilian, Health, and Public Safety clients across the United States and worldwide.

Tyto Athene, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by applicable law.