Program Director, Space

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