Title/Role: Vice President, Programs

Department: Executive Leadership

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer

Duties And Responsibilities

• Execute all programs within contractual requirements to ensure that the project cost, schedule, and technical performance goals are met or exceeded

• Utilizing Earned Value Management, review and report program financial and schedule status frequently

• Serve as the primary point of contact for key clients, building and maintaining strong relationships to drive repeat business

• Manage program budget forecasting, resource planning, and financial performance tracking

• Identify opportunities to improve profit margins for individual programs and/or processes throughout the organization

• Lead and mentor a team of program managers, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and excellence

• Collaborate with sales, finance, engineering, planning, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to deliver programs on schedule and within budget[IJ1]

• Define and execute a long-term strategic vision for program management, including technology roadmaps and market positioning.[IJ2]

• Drive business development initiatives, including identifying new market opportunities and crafting competitive proposals

• Ensure compliance with government contracting requirements, industry standards, and regulatory frameworks (AS9100, FAA, DoD)

General Expectations:

• Exemplary written and verbal communication skills

• Highly-developed analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

• Leadership skills to include the ability to motivate, mentor, and inspire others, training them on the correct use of tools and processes

Requirements

• Minimum 15 years of experience in the aerospace and defense industry

• 7-10 years in senior leadership roles managing multi-year aerospace programs exceeding $10M in annual revenue

• Track record of successfully overseeing programs with budgets above $25M

• BS degree in Engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical) or Business from an accredited university

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification

• Cost accounting or financial analysis experience preferred

• Direct experience with military aerospace programs preferred

Work Environment Requirements

• Office, warehouse, and manufacturing environment

• Moderate travel may be required to meet with clients, oversee programs, and support business development activities