Chief Data and Privacy Officer

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

Job Summary

The Chief Data & Privacy Officer (CDO) is a leader responsible for driving the data strategy and ensuring the effective management, governance, and utilization of data across the organization. The CDO will lead initiatives that transform data into actionable insights to fuel innovation, optimize operations, and support overall business growth. This leader is also the Chief Privacy Officer responsible for establishing and overseeing the organization's privacy strategy and programs. This role ensures that personal data is handled in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and best practices, while building trust with customers, employees, and partners. This role will work closely with IT, legal, compliance, and business units to implement privacy controls that support business operations and safeguard sensitive information.

The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility in El Segundo, CA; Chantilly, VA; or Crystal City, VA.

What You'll Be Doing

• Data Strategy & Governance :

Develop and implement an enterprise-wide data strategy that aligns with the company's vision and business objectives.

Lead the design and modernization of data architecture to facilitate seamless integration, storage, and retrieval of data.

Champion a data-driven culture by promoting analytics best practices across the organization.

Develop and lead the organization's comprehensive privacy strategy, aligning it with business objectives and regulatory requirements.

Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing data and analytics team.

Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of data programs and initiatives.

What You Need to be Successful - Principal Director, Chief Data & Privacy Officer

Minimum Requirements :

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these :

We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.

(Min - Max)

$174,360 - $296,493

Pay Basis : Annual

Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple : every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who :

Ways We Reward Our Employees

During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.

Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include :

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans

Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation

Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options

401(k) Plan - Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire

Flexible spending accounts

Variable pay program for exceptional contributions

Relocation assistance

Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career

Education assistance programs

An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.

Equal Opportunity Commitment

The Aerospace Corporation is an equalopportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color,religion,geneticinformation, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you're an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by emailat peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org .You can also review Know Your Rights : Workplace Discrimination is Illegal .