Technical Director, Senior

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Job Description:

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

What You’ll Be Doing:

• 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.

What Required Skills You’ll Bring:

• 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

What Desired Skills You Might Bring:

• 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.

Security Clearance Requirement:

An active Top Secret SCI security clearance is required for this position.​

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.

Salary Range: $176,900.00 - $332,400.00

This position is eligible for incentive compensation.

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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