Chief Information Officer

Work Arrangement
This is an onsite position in either San Diego CA or Tampa FL

Job Overview
The Chief Information Officer (CIO) serves as a key member of the senior leadership team responsiblefor defining and executing the organizations information technology (IT) and cybersecurity strategy inalignment with DoD requirements regulatory compliance and operational excellence. The CIO providesstrategic direction for the organizations digital infrastructure data management secure communicationsand technology innovation.

Essential Functions
Strategic Leadership
Develop and execute a comprehensive IT strategy that supports business objectives andcompliance with federal standards (e.g. NIST DFARS CMMC).
Serve as a trusted advisor to the CFO and executive team on technology trends digitaltransformation and innovation opportunities.
Lead long-term planning for systems architecture enterprise applications and datagovernance.
Leader in AI adoption and integration into the organizations operations.
Cybersecurity and Compliance
Oversee the development and maintenance of a robust cybersecurity posture across theorganization ensuring protection of classified and controlled unclassified information(CUI).
Ensure compliance with all applicable Department of Defense (DoD) cybersecurityregulations and directives.
Partner with security legal and compliance teams to manage risk and effectively andefficiently respond to incidents.
Technology Operations and Infrastructure
Direct enterprise IT operations including network infrastructure data centers cloudsystems and mission-critical applications.
Drive modernization initiatives that enhance system resiliency interoperability and cost effectiveness.
Oversee the implementation and maintenance of ERP PLM and digital engineeringplatforms supporting production logistics and program management.
Data and Digital Transformation
Advance digital initiatives such as data analytics artificial intelligence and automation toenhance decision-making and operational performance.
Champion data integrity governance and accessibility to ensure reliable informationsupports strategic and tactical operations.
Leadership and Organizational Development
Build lead and mentor a high-performing IT and cybersecurity organization.
Promote a culture of continuous improvement accountability and cross-functionalcollaboration.
Manage technology budgets vendor relationships and capital planning to align resourceswith strategic priorities.
Stakeholder Engagement
Collaborate with internal business units program leaders and government stakeholders toensure technology capabilities meet programmatic and contractual needs.
Represent the organization in DoD and industry technology forums to maintain alignmentwith emerging standards and innovations.
Perform other duties as required.
Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis or in accordance with posted schedule.
Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external businessassociates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the companys policiesand practices.
Embodies AEVEXs cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and companyculture.

Qualifications and Competencies
Strategic and operational leadership with the ability to align technology with business and missionobjectives.
Deep understanding of defense sector IT requirements cybersecurity and systems integration.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Strong financial and vendor management capabilities.

Leadership Competencies
Directs and provides expert knowledge in the strategic function of the department.
Develops short and long-term people and organizational strategy in alignment with AEVEX goalsand direction.
Leads with impact & influence. Establishes credibility effectively persuades and develops othersand achieves important objectives collaboratively.
Drives strategic change and promotes improvements within the organization.
Identifies recruits and retains top-notch talent.
Champions AEVEXs culture and empowers employees to take responsibility for their jobs andgoals.
Sets performance standards and encourages employee engagement and results throughdelegation continuous feedback goal setting and performance management.
Maintains transparent communication. Appropriately communicates organization informationthrough department meetings one-on-one meetings and appropriate email and regularinterpersonal communication.

Education / Certifications
Bachelors degree in Information Technology Computer Science Engineering or a relateddiscipline required.
Masters degree in Information Systems Cybersecurity or Business Administration preferred.

Experience
Minimum of 15 years of progressive IT leadership experience with at least 7 years in anexecutive or senior management role.
Demonstrated experience in a defense aerospace or government-regulated environment.
Proven success managing enterprise-level cybersecurity programs and technology modernizationinitiatives.
Experience with classified information systems and relevant DoD compliance frameworks (e.g. RMF NIST 800-171 CMMC).

Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee tosuccessfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enableindividuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is:
Constantly required to sit and to reach to use computers and other office equipment

Security Clearance
Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance U.S. Citizenship required.

About AEVEX

AEVEX headquartered in Solana Beach California supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation remote sensing and analysis solutions. The companys capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing exploitation and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define develop and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government partner nations and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California Florida North Carolina Ohio and Virginia.

AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits including a 401(k)-retirement plan comprehensive Medical Dental Vision Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company professional development funds and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling legal help child and elder care support among other benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

AEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race religious creed color sex (including pregnancy breast feeding and related medical conditions) gender gender identity gender expression sexual orientation national origin ancestry citizenship status military and veteran status marital status age protected medical condition genetic information physical disability mental disability or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal state and local laws.