Chief Site Growth Leader – Germantown (Hybrid, 9/80)

Leonardo DRS; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 250,000 - 330,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Company 401(k) with match

Flexible 9/80 schedule

Career growth and development programs

Job summary

Leonardo DRS is seeking a Vice President, Site Lead to guide its Germantown location through a period of growth. You will join the senior leadership team, oversee the US P&L, and turn strategic priorities into executable site plans with clear milestones.

The role requires 15+ years of leadership in aerospace/defense, strong executive communication, and a proven ability to scale operations while maintaining delivery excellence and customer focus.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience leading complex business or operational activities.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or government contracting.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field; master’s preferred.
• Proven success growing organizations while maintaining strong execution.
• Experience with P&L oversight, budgeting, forecasting, resource allocation, and business-performance management.
• Ability to translate strategy into operating plans and use performance data to drive decisions.
• Track record of developing leaders and building accountable, collaborative teams.
• Executive-level communication skills and sound judgment with customers and senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Germantown site and align manufacturing, supply chain, engineering, program management, and support functions.
• Oversee the DRS RADA US P&L with finance and functional leaders to monitor financial performance.
• Translate opportunities and objectives into practical site plans with clear milestones.
• Identify constraints and drive improvements in quality, delivery, and program performance.
• Establish a focused operating rhythm with safety, quality, cost, and performance metrics.
• Build leadership capacity and scalable processes for growth and execution.
• Provide clear site performance insights and resource recommendations for senior leadership.
• Represent DRS RADA Technologies with customers, suppliers, and government stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

P&L oversight

Budgeting

Forecasting

Strategic planning

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Leonardo DRS is seeking a Vice President, Site Lead to guide its Germantown location through a period of growth. You will join the senior leadership team, oversee the US P&L, and turn strategic priorities into executable site plans with clear milestones.

The role requires 15+ years of leadership in aerospace/defense, strong executive communication, and a proven ability to scale operations while maintaining delivery excellence and customer focus.