Program Director, Space

AFB International$120K — $150K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred
  • Proven experience as a Program Director or senior program leader in aerospace, defense, or space industries
  • Demonstrated success managing complex mechanical, electro-mechanical, or energetics programs
  • Strong commercial acumen to balance customer needs and business outcomes
  • Experience leading customer-facing programs with high visibility and accountability
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Responsibilities

  • Own end-to-end program performance, including cost, schedule, quality, and customer satisfaction
  • Serve as the primary customer interface, building trusted relationships with key stakeholders
  • Lead cross-functional teams to deliver complex aerospace and space programs successfully
  • Drive program execution discipline, risk management, and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Partner with business leaders to support growth, profitability, and strategic objectives
  • Ensure alignment between customer expectations and internal execution capabilities

Benefits

  • Innovative and energetic work environment
  • Opportunity to contribute to advanced aerospace technology
  • Engagement in critical missions supporting armed forces and space exploration
  • Emphasis on professional growth through cross-functional leadership opportunities
  • Commitment to continuous improvement with a focus on quality and satisfaction
Full Job Description
Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Program Director to lead strategic programs within our Space Segment business. This individual will own both customer relationships and program execution, ensuring exceptional delivery performance while driving commercial success. The ideal candidate brings deep aerospace experience, strong leadership capability, and a track record of managing complex, high-stakes programs with discipline and accountability.

Key Responsibilities
  • Own end-to-end program performance, including cost, schedule, quality, and customer satisfaction
  • Serve as the primary customer interface, building trusted relationships with key stakeholders
  • Lead cross-functional teams to deliver complex aerospace and space programs successfully
  • Drive program execution discipline, risk management, and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Partner with business leaders to support growth, profitability, and strategic objectives
  • Ensure alignment between customer expectations and internal execution capabilities


Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred
  • Proven experience as a Program Director or senior program leader in aerospace, defense, or space industries
  • Demonstrated success managing complex mechanical, electro-mechanical, or energetics programs
  • Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance customer needs and business outcomes
  • Experience leading customer-facing programs with high visibility and accountability
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills

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