From her multicultural childhood traversing continents to her influential roles in the legal and corporate sectors of the United States, Hilary Hageman, SAIC’s executive vice president, general counsel, and corporate secretary, leverages a lifetime of diverse experiences. These experiences have not only shaped her worldview but also fortified her commitment to public service, ethics, and technological integration within legal frameworks.
Born into a family that valued global exposure and public service, Hageman spent much of her childhood in Southeast Asia and Africa due to her father’s career. From living in countries like Thailand, India, South Africa, and Liberia and attending British schools, she absorbed a range of cultural perspectives that honed her ability to appreciate and integrate diverse viewpoints. Hageman’s early life was deeply influenced by a global context, learning to value different human experiences and the role of the U.S. government in providing security and stability abroad.
These formative experiences laid the foundation for Hageman’s educational pursuits and career trajectory. After moving back to the United States, she faced cultural adjustments but quickly adapted, excelling in academics. Initially drawn to science, her interests pivoted towards history during her undergraduate studies at Vassar College, guided by influential mentors. This shift in focus led her to pursue a legal career, attending Emory University School of Law followed by Georgetown University Law Center, where she combined her interests in law and technology.
Hageman’s professional journey is marked by significant roles within the Department of Defense, where she specialized in space law, international technology law, and export compliance. Her governmental service provided crucial insights into the intersection of technology, law, and security—a blend that would profoundly influence her later roles in the private sector.
Transitioning to the corporate world, Hageman brought her extensive legal and regulatory expertise to several major companies, including CACI and later, Cubic Corporation. At Cubic, she navigated complex legal challenges, including shareholder activism and corporate restructuring amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Her tenure culminated in the successful sale of Cubic, demonstrating her adeptness in managing high-stakes corporate law.
The breadth of Hageman’s experiences grew further as she took on the role of executive vice president, general counsel, and corporate secretary at Terran Orbital Corp., driving the company public while ensuring compliance with space-based regulations globally. This role underscored her passion for space technology and its regulatory aspects.
In her current role at SAIC, Hageman blends her technological acumen and legal expertise to enhance company governance and operational efficiency. She drives initiatives that integrate technology into various corporate functions, ensuring compliance and fostering innovation, particularly in using artificial intelligence. Her leadership extends to overseeing mergers and acquisitions, aligning them strategically with company goals.
Outside her corporate responsibilities, Hageman is dedicated to supporting women in technology and leadership through her involvement with The Women’s Center. Her commitment to service and community well-being is evidenced by SAIC’s active role in the center’s events and initiatives, emphasizing the company’s engagement in societal betterment.
Hageman’s career reflects a profound linkage between diverse cultural understandings and sophisticated technology use in law. As she continues to shape SAIC’s future, her journey illuminates the impacts of an integrated, global perspective married to deep legal and technological expertise. Her path demonstrates how varied experiences can be harned to drive technological adaptation and ethical governance in the corporate world.
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