Technical Director, C5ISR - Top Secret Clearance Eligible Security Clearance

Position: Technical Director, C5ISR - Top Secret Clearance Eligible with Security Clearance
Description

Job Title:

Technical Director - C5

ISR
Work Type:
Onsite

Location:

Gilbert, AZ
Salary: $160,000 – $180,000 Overview Description Our client, a federal contractor supporting the U.S. Department of War (DoW) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS), is seeking an experienced Technical Director – C5

ISR to serve as a senior technical subject matter expert (SME) responsible for systems architecture, systems integration, and advanced Command & Control (C2) software solutions supporting mission-critical defense programs. This role is highly technical and hands-on, with a primary focus on systems integration, technical assessments, strategic and tactical product development, and C5

ISR solution architecture. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in integrated mission systems, software-enabled command and control environments, and complex defense technology ecosystems while supporting proposal and capture activities for new business opportunities. The Technical Director will work closely with engineering teams, executive leadership, customers, and industry partners to deliver scalable, secure, and interoperable mission solutions aligned with evolving operational requirements.

The role emphasizes systems solutions that involve sensor integration, secure communication networks, command and control (C2), hybrid power generation systems for deployment of border/perimeter security and surveillance systems in locations that range from urban to austere environments. Additionally, the applications include Counter-UAS Detect, Track, Identify, and Defeat systems.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead systems architecture and systems integration efforts across advanced C5

ISR platforms and mission systems. Serve as the organization’s technical SME for Command & Control (C2) software solutions, integrated mission systems, and operational technologies. Provide hands-on technical leadership supporting system interoperability, architecture design, integration planning, and technical execution. Conduct technical assessments and support strategic and tactical product planning initiatives. Lead integration activities across hardware, software, communications, networking, and mission systems components.

Support engineering teams in implementing scalable and secure C5

ISR solutions aligned with mission and operational requirements. Collaborate with government customers, technical stakeholders, subcontractors, and industry partners to develop and refine technical solutions. Support proposal development, technical capture strategies, solution architecture, and customer engagement activities for new business opportunities. Evaluate emerging technologies, mission requirements, and industry trends to support innovation and product advancement. Ensure systems comply with applicable cybersecurity, interoperability, and federal defense standards.

Provide technical mentorship and guidance to engineering personnel while supporting technical excellence across programs. Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related technical field. Minimum of 10 years of experience supporting C4

ISR/C5

ISR systems, mission systems integration, or defense technologies. Strong experience in systems architecture, systems integration, and Command & Control (C2) software environments. Demonstrated expertise supporting complex integrated defense systems involving hardware, software, networking, and mission applications. Experience conducting technical assessments and supporting strategic technology initiatives. Strong understanding of defense technology ecosystems, interoperability requirements, and mission systems integration. Experience supporting proposal development, technical capture activities, and customer-facing technical engagements.

Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with technical and executive stakeholders. Must be able to work full-time on-site in Gilbert, AZ during core business hours (8:30 AM – 5:30 PM). Must be a U.S. citizen and…