Senior Technical Director

Role Description

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Senior Technical Director to join our team!

• Operating and optimizing direct satellite downlink systems, antennas, and high‑data‑rate recorders.
• Monitoring imagery pipelines and supporting AI/ML‑driven detection workflows.
• Leading passive RF GEO satellite tracking and supporting SSA CONOPS development.
• Producing EO/SAR imagery products, object‑detection outputs, and mission‑ready GEOINT.
• Integrating and automating GEOINT/ISR workflows using DevOps and Python scripting.
• Deploying CONUS/OCONUS to support ISR missions, exercises, and partner‑nation engagements.
• Training and managing analyst teams across imagery exploitation and GEOINT production.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in GEOINT, remote sensing, imagery analysis, or ISR operations.
• Hands‑on experience with direct downlink, passive RF tracking, and ground‑station systems.
• Proficiency with ArcGIS Pro, ENVI, ERDAS IMAGINE, QGIS, and SAR/EO exploitation tools.
• Strong background in AI/ML‑enabled imagery workflows and DevOps automation.
• Experience supporting DoD, Space Force, IC, or DHS missions.
• Ability to lead teams, train analysts, and operate in high‑tempo environments.
• Top Secret/SCI clearance required.

Requirements

• Experience with AGI STK, SOCET SET, and orbit modeling.
• Familiarity with maritime detection, land‑cover classification, and terrain modeling.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with military and civilian partners.
• Experience supporting business development and technical demonstrations.

Benefits

• Best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, and vision.
• Paid time off.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• 401(k) plan.
• Life insurance.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Holidays to fit your busy lifestyle.

Company Description

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team. The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.