Chief Director, Civil & Commercial Space Launch

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aerospaceEl Segundo (CA)

Chief Executives Space Research and Technology

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About the role

The Aerospace Corporation, headquartered in El Segundo, CA, seeks a Principal Director for Civil & Commercial Launch Projects to lead a dispersed team delivering launch expertise to civil, commercial, international, and defense customers. You will shape strategy, manage budgets, and collaborate across groups to win and execute high-impact programs. Ideal candidates have 15+ years in space systems, proven leadership, and strong communication skills; US citizenship and ability to obtain a Top

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