Division Director - Development & Integration

  • CIS0003O7
  • On Site
  • Herndon, Virginia, United States
  • Full time
Amentum is seeking a Division Director to lead the Development & Integration portfolio, supporting defense and intelligence government customers in our Intelligence & Cyber Business Unit. This role provides strategic leadership, operational oversight, and business development expertise to ensure program success and division growth. The Division Director will manage a team of Program Managers and work closely with Finance, Contracts, Human Resources and other functional operations to achieve performance objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide visionary leadership and direction for programs within the Development & Integration Division, driving alignment with Amentum’s mission and long-term goals.
  • Identify, pursue, and capture new business opportunities within the designated customer space, expanding the division's portfolio.
  • Oversee division financial performance, ensuring P&L targets are met and continuously optimized for sustained growth.
  • Build and maintain key relationships with government customers, executive leadership, and internal stakeholders to facilitate collaboration and innovation.
  • Lead large-scale engineering, cyber, training, technical contracts, and/or critical mission support programs, ensuring timely and efficient execution.
  • Cultivate a high-performing, collaborative culture, prioritizing talent development, retention, and succession planning.
  • Drive transformational change initiatives, improving processes, team structures, and operational effectiveness to support long-term division growth.
  • Ensure all contracts and operations adhere to regulatory requirements, security protocols, and risk mitigation strategies.
  • Define and track performance indicators such as growth targets, program execution benchmarks, and financial KPIs to ensure success in the role.
  • Must be willing to travel within the DC/MD/VA region, engaging with both customer sites and Amentum corporate locations.


Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
  • 15+ years of experience, with 10+ years in a leadership role managing P&L responsibilities.
  • Active Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI Eligibility.
  • Demonstrated success managing large-scale engineering & technical contracts aligned with the division's mission.
  • Proven experience overseeing P&L exceeding $100M annually and managing teams of 100+ personnel.
  • Strong understanding of design, development, integration, and delivery of complex systems and solutions. This position requires a blend of technical, managerial, and strategic skills.
  • Established relationships with relevant government customers and industry leaders.
  • Ability to foster an environment that encourages innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.



Preferred Qualifications:

  • Track record of leading growth initiatives and business development efforts.

 

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