Program Manager

LevelUP HCS; Abu Dhabi; Hybrid; AED 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology and defense company based in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Program Manager for Lethality Technology. This role involves leading advanced development programs focused on warhead design and propulsion technologies, with a strong emphasis on strategic leadership and technical coordination. Candidates must have at least 16 years of industry experience, including 10 years in senior project management or systems engineering. A degree in Engineering and relevant certifications are required. Full relocation support is provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum 16 years in the aerospace and defense industry.
• At least 10 years in senior-level project management or systems engineering.
• Minimum 6 years of hands-on experience in lethality systems development.
• Proven expertise in explosive warheads, fusing systems, and solid propulsion.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams in agile/hybrid environments.
• Strong knowledge of system safety, energetic materials, and testing protocols.
• Full lifecycle experience from concept to fielding of lethality systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead all technical aspects of lethality-focused development programs.
• Oversee warhead design, fusing systems, guided munitions, and propulsion technologies.
• Conduct design reviews, performance analysis, and simulation-based verification.
• Provide technical leadership across engineering teams.
• Perform feasibility and trade-off analyses for new lethality concepts.
• Integrate subsystems into coherent systems.
• Develop long-term strategies aligned with organizational needs.
• Ensure program execution meets technical, timeline, and budgetary goals.

Skills

Proficient in MS Office

Strong project management and tracking capabilities

Fluent in English

Strategic leadership

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or related technical field

Certification in Project Management (e.g., PMP)

Certification in Systems Engineering (e.g., INCOSE CSEP)

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Program Manager – Lethality Technology

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience Level: 15+ Years

Location: Abu Dhabi, (Relocation support provided)

Job Summary

The Program Manager will lead and manage advanced lethality‑focused development programs, with a strong emphasis on warhead design, fusing systems, guided artillery munitions, and solid rocket motor technologies. This role requires deep technical expertise, strategic leadership, and cross‑functional coordination to deliver cutting‑edge defense solutions.

Core Accountabilities

• Lead all technical aspects of lethality‑focused development programs.
• Oversee warhead design, fusing systems (ESAD, SAD), guided munitions, and propulsion technologies.
• Conduct design reviews, performance analysis, and simulation‑based verification.
• Provide technical leadership across engineering teams to meet system‑level requirements.
• Perform feasibility and trade‑off analyses for new lethality concepts.
• Integrate subsystems (fusing, warhead, initiation, propulsion) into coherent systems.
• Develop long‑term strategies aligned with organizational and battlefield needs.
• Ensure program execution meets technical, timeline, and budgetary goals.

Supporting Accountabilities

• Mentor and lead project managers and team members.
• Standardize and improve project management and engineering processes.

Required Experience

• Minimum 16 years in the aerospace and defense industry.
• At least 10 years in senior‑level project management or systems engineering.
• Minimum 6 years of hands‑on experience in lethality systems development.
• Proven expertise in explosive warheads, fusing systems, and solid propulsion.
• Experience leading multi‑disciplinary teams in agile/hybrid environments.
• Strong knowledge of system safety, energetic materials, and testing protocols.
• Full lifecycle experience from concept to fielding of lethality systems.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• Preferred: Certification in Project Management (e.g., PMP) or Systems Engineering (e.g., INCOSE CSEP).

Key Skills

• Proficient in MS Office.
• Strong project management and tracking capabilities.
• Fluent in English.
• Strategic leadership and problem‑solving skills.