Enterprise Innovation Director

Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact as an Enterprise Innovation Director supporting the organization's innovation strategy and identifying new opportunities for growth and transformation. GDIT is your place to make meaningful contributions to challenging projects and grow a rewarding career.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As an Enterprise Innovation Director you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on Enterprise Innovation Director joining our team to drive the organization’s innovation strategy while fostering a culture of creativity and identifying new opportunities for growth and transformation. This role involves leading initiatives that challenge the status quo, encouraging new ways of thinking, and ensuring the successful execution of innovative projects. The Director will work closely with GDIT senior leadership, divisions, and functional areas to ideate, incubate, and implement innovations that align with the company’s long-term goals.  The selected candidate must possess the needed technical and data expertise to lead this organization.

HOW AN ENTERPRISE INNOVATION DIRECTOR WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

Lead a team of geographically dispersed professionals who will have responsibilities for prototyping and deploying solutions for the enterprise; Areas of expertise will include applied mathematics & statistics, machine learning operations, data engineering, software development, modelling & simulationsDevelop and execute a forward-looking innovation strategy that aligns with the organization’s mission and business objectivesIdentify emerging trends, disruptive technologies, and new business models that can drive growth and improve operational efficiencyFoster a culture of innovation across all levels of the organization, encouraging creative problem-solving and risk-takingLead cross-functional teams in the development and execution of high-impact innovation projects while ensuring they meet key performance metricsManage the full innovation lifecycle—from ideation and prototyping to pilot testing and full-scale implementationDrive collaboration with key stakeholders, both internally and externally, to bring innovative ideas to fruitionBuild and maintain relationships with external partners, including startups, universities, incubators, and industry experts, to source new ideas and technologiesContinuously evaluate the success and impact of innovation projects, using data-driven insights to refine strategies and approachesTrain and mentor employees to think creatively and to embrace new ways of performing dutiesManages and performs special projects and other duties as assigned

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Technology, Innovation Management or a related field; Master’s degree preferred. In lieu of degree, 10+ years of experience in innovation, business development and strategic leadership roles required.Required Experience: 6+ years of experience in innovation, business development and strategic leadership rolesSecurity Clearance Level: NonePreferred Skills: Proven experience in leading and managing technical and data management teams. Proven track record of successfully leading innovative projects from conception to implementation. Strong understanding of emerging technologies, industry trends, and innovation methodologies. Ability to identify opportunities for innovation and convert them into actionable implementation plans. Have strong leadership and team-building skills, with experience managing cross-functional teams. Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities. Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment and navigate complex organizational structures. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders. Experience with taking risks and challenging the status quo to drive innovation and growthLocation: This position will require working at our GDIT facility in Falls Church, VA. Must be comfortable working onsite 3 days a week.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

401K with company matchComprehensive health and wellness packagesInternal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your careerProfessional growth opportunities including paid education and certificationsCutting-edge technology you can learn fromRest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays