Director, Information Technology

GROW WITH US AND STAY EXTRAORDINARY:
Launch your career to new heights with Innoflight—one of San Diego’s fastest-growing Aerospace and Defense innovators. Here, visionary minds engineer the future of space technology through pioneering, compact, and cyber-secure solutions. From software-defined radios to cutting-edge cryptographic systems and avionics, everything we build powers the next era of New Space. Join our small, agile, and mission-driven team where your work has real impact and your growth has no limits. We’re not just reaching for the stars—we’re engineering them. Let’s innovate the infinite, together.
A DAY IN THE LIFE:
As the Director of Information Technology, you lead the strategy, security, and performance of the company’s entire IT environment — from enterprise infrastructure to classified systems. Your day spans executive strategy discussions, cybersecurity oversight, vendor coordination, and ensuring employees across the organization have reliable, high-performance tools to support mission-critical work. You guide long-term IT architecture, manage risk and compliance for government contracts, and keep systems secure, resilient, and available in a 24/7 operational environment.
WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Lead Enterprise IT Strategy and Architecture: Define and execute the vision, architecture, and long-range technology roadmap for infrastructure, systems, telecommunications, databases, and engineering platforms.
• Ensure High-Availability IT Operations: Oversee a 24/7 IT environment, minimizing downtime, leading incident response efforts, and ensuring reliable hardware, software, and network performance to support employee productivity.
• Drive Cybersecurity and Compliance: Establish and maintain cybersecurity programs aligned with NIST, CMMC, and federal requirements to protect company intellectual property, proprietary data, and classified systems.
• Manage Information System Security (ISSM) Functions: Direct the security posture of classified networks, including documentation, monitoring, auditing, and adherence to government security standards.
• Oversee IT Risk, Disaster Recovery, and Continuity Planning: Develop and implement enterprise IT risk management, business continuity, and disaster recovery strategies.
• Develop Policies and Governance: Create, maintain, and enforce IT policies, procedures, and standards that support secure and efficient operations.
• Lead IT Budget and Resource Planning: Develop and manage the IT department’s annual budget, ensuring cost-effective investments in hardware, software, and services.
• Direct and Develop IT Teams: Provide leadership, mentoring, performance management, and staffing oversight while fostering a high-performing, service-oriented IT organization.
• Manage Vendors and Managed Service Providers: Negotiate IT-related contracts, oversee MSP performance, and manage vendor relationships to ensure service quality and value.
• Guide IT Project Portfolio Execution: Lead feasibility studies, system improvement initiatives, and major technology projects while communicating cost, value, and risk to executive leadership.
• Maintain Government and Agency Coordination: Build and maintain relationships with U.S. government agencies responsible for cybersecurity and regulatory compliance.
• Drive Continuous Improvement: Monitor IT trends, incorporate lessons learned, and continuously enhance IT services and operational processes. 

YOU’RE AWESOME AT:

• Enterprise IT Infrastructure & Systems Leadership: Designing, implementing, and managing complex enterprise IT environments that include networks, servers, engineering systems, and telecommunications.
• Cybersecurity & Regulatory Compliance: Applying NIST, CMMC, and federal security frameworks to protect sensitive, proprietary, and classified information.
• High-Availability IT Operations: Running mission-critical, 24/7 IT environments with strong incident management, outage reduction, and service delivery performance.
• Technical Leadership & Organizational Impact: Leading IT teams, managing vendors, mentoring staff, and clearly communicating technical risks, priorities, and solutions to executives and stakeholders.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline (advanced certifications or training preferred).
• 10 or more years of experience in IT leadership roles.
• Strong knowledge of IT requirements for U.S. Government contracts (NIST, CMMC, etc.).
• Experience with enterprise IT systems design, infrastructure, and implementation.
• Proven experience managing IT projects, Managed Service Providers (MSPs), and external vendors.
• Aerospace and defense industry experience with classified IT systems preferred.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities.
• Business acumen with a practical, solution-oriented mindset.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
The starting base salary for this position ranges from $155,000 to $185,000 per year, depending on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to a competitive base salary, Innoflight offers a well-rounded compensation package that includes a Profit-Sharing Bonus and a Cash Performance Bonus to reward both individual and company performance. Additional benefits include:

• 401(k) with 3% company match (automatic enrollment)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, HSA & life insurance
• 10 paid holidays + 120 hours PTO (starting in year one)
• Access to ancillary benefits such as critical illness, accident, disability, legal and pet insurance.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE:

• Flexible Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off—whether you use it to recharge, work on a passion project, or spend time with family, the choice is yours.
• Continuous Learning & Development: We’re serious about professional development. From tuition reimbursement to internal "Ask Me Anything" sessions and weekly “Lunch & Learns,” we make learning a core part of the job.
• Mission-Driven Culture: We aren’t just building tech—we’re enabling the next era of space exploration. Our Culture Ambassadors help lead initiatives around inclusion, positivity, recognition, and transparency. Here, your voice is heard, your work is respected, and your individuality is celebrated.

BE YOU, WITH US:
At Innoflight, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone belongs. We recognize that great talent comes in many forms, and you don’t need to meet every requirement to bring value to our team. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t check every box.
YOU SHOULD KNOW:
Potential new employees must successfully complete a background check which includes criminal search, education certification and employment verification prior to hire. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S as you must have the ability to obtain a security clearance. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
A NOTE TO STAFFING AGENCIES:
Innoflight does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies, recruiters, or any third-party sources. Any such submissions will be considered property of Innoflight, and no fees will be paid in the event a candidate is hired from an unsolicited referral.
To California residents applying for this job, please read Innoflight’s CCPA Notice: https://www.innoflight.com/careers/california-consumer-privacy-act-notice-for-job-applicants.

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