Senior Lethality Systems 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

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.