Parsons hires Riordan

Parsons said today it has named J.R. Riordan senior vice president of business development for its space and geospatial solutions market.

Riordan previously worked for the Senate Armed Services Committee, where he led the strategic forces staff for nuclear, missile defense and space operations issues, according to Parsons. He retired from the Air Force in 2011 after a 23-year career.

"Riordan will lead the account management, business development and customer engagement of the company's space portfolio for the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community," Parsons said.