Business Segment Director — Space & Secure Mission Systems

Business Segment Director — Space & Secure Mission Systems (Confidential Search)

Location: Scottsdale, Arizona (hybrid work schedule)

Clearance Required: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph (transferable)

Relocation: Available

Northwest Talent Solutions LLC is conducting a confidential leadership search on behalf of a major national security technology organization supporting mission-critical U.S. government programs.

This is not a traditional program management role.

This position leads a portfolio of space and secure mission programs delivering networking, data transport, cybersecurity, and high-assurance cryptographic capabilities supporting national assets worldwide. The role combines operational execution, customer trust, and business growth responsibility.

You will own a business segment — not just a contract.

The Impact

You will lead a team delivering mission solutions that support high-stakes national security operations across classified environments. The organization is investing heavily in expanding space and secure communications capabilities, and this leader will play a central role in shaping both execution and future growth.

This role interacts directly with senior government stakeholders and internal executive leadership.

What You Will Do

Lead execution of a portfolio of complex classified programs
Drive business growth, capture strategy, and new contract awards
Maintain and expand trusted customer relationships
Lead program managers and technical leaders across multiple efforts
Deliver financial performance and operational targets
Develop short- and long-term segment strategy
Guide teams supporting space, networking, cyber, and secure communications missions
Influence organizational direction and future mission investment

Required Experience

Active, transferable TS/SCI with Polygraph
15+ years leadership experience in defense or national security programs
Experience managing high-value development and/or production programs
Background supporting space systems, satellites, avionics, secure communications, cyber, or cryptographic systems
Experience interacting directly with government customers
Proven ability to lead teams and grow business

Ideal Background

Business area, portfolio, or segment leadership
Capture and business development responsibility
Customer ownership within classified environments
Experience navigating matrixed defense organizations
Understanding of certification authorities and high-assurance systems

Why Consider This Role

This is a visible leadership position with authority over both execution and growth — ideal for a senior program or portfolio leader ready to step into a broader business leadership role, or a current segment leader seeking larger mission scope.

The organization offers long-term program stability, mission impact, and executive growth potential.

Confidentiality

Due to the classified nature of the programs, company details will be shared after an initial conversation and clearance verification.

If you hold an active TS/SCI with Poly and are open to a confidential discussion, please apply or message directly.

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