Program Director, Rocket Motor Systems

2 hours, 24 minutes ago
Full-time
Lead
Project and Program Management
Anduril Industries

Anduril Industries

Anduril Industries is an American defense technology firm that specializes in developing advanced autonomous systems for integrated awareness and security across land, sea, and air, utilizing its proprietary Lattice platform to enhance intelligence, su...

Aerospace & Defense
1K-5K
Founded 2017
$2200M raised

Description

  • Oversee and lead multiple cross-functional teams in the development, testing, and production of rocket motor systems.
  • Execute on broad and ambiguous requirements from internal teams, customers, and corporate partners to deliver outcomes across multiple programs simultaneously.
  • Manage program execution across the portfolio, including schedule, budget, and risk management.
  • Maintain relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure clear communication and alignment on goals and deliverables.
  • Oversee subcontractor performance and procurement to meet requirements, quality standards, and on-time delivery.
  • Prepare and present contractual deliverables, program status reports, proposals, and other documentation to internal and external audiences.
  • Drive innovation and continuous improvement within the program using new technologies and methodologies.
  • Develop and implement lightweight processes, tools, and metrics for planning, scope management, risk management, and customer communication.
  • Foster team development through training and ongoing support to promote continuous learning and professional growth.
  • Oversee financial outcomes for the division, including profit and loss responsibility, to meet financial targets.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 8 years of experience managing the development of complex technical systems throughout the product lifecycle.
  • Proven track record of managing complex, multi-million-dollar projects and delivering them on time and on budget.
  • Experience leading manufacturing and productization efforts for aerospace and defense customers.
  • Excellent organizational, leadership, and decision-making skills.
  • Ability to work effectively with cross-disciplinary teams, including engineering, operations, finance, and sales.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for working with customers, team members, and senior leadership.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office, Project, and Jira.
  • Willingness to travel up to 50% to support program objectives and customer engagements.
  • If located outside Huntsville in Costa Mesa, DC, or Atlanta, willingness to travel up to 70%.
  • Ability to currently possess and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.
  • B.S. degree minimum in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or an equivalent technical discipline (preferred).
  • Strong understanding of rocket motor systems, propulsion technologies, and relevant manufacturing processes (preferred).

Benefits

  • US salary range of $220,000 to $292,000.
  • Highly competitive equity grants included in the majority of full-time offers.
  • Top-tier benefits for full-time employees.
  • Comprehensive, competitive benefits package available at little to no cost to employees.

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