Director of Programs - C5ISR

Advanced Technology Systems Company; Gilbert (AZ); Presencial; USD 180.000 - 260.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Advanced Technology Systems Company in Gilbert, AZ is seeking a Director of Programs - C5ISR to lead a diverse portfolio of defense and homeland security initiatives focused on C5ISR, border surveillance, and mission-critical security solutions.

You will oversee the Program Management Office (PMO), manage Program Managers, drive portfolio profitability, and ensure successful program delivery across 8–15 active programs.

Formación

• 10+ years leadership experience in defense, aerospace, homeland security, or government sectors.
• Experience leading a PMO and managing multiple programs through Program Managers.
• Demonstrated P&L ownership and strong business acumen.
• U.S. citizen eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the PMO and oversee a portfolio of 8-15 programs.
• Ensure program performance meets cost, schedule, quality, and customer objectives.
• Establish PMO governance, reporting, risk management, and execution processes.
• Develop Program Managers while resolving portfolio-level issues and resource conflicts.

Conocimientos

PMO leadership

P&L ownership

Leadership

Communication

Customer relationships

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Business/Operations/Finance

Descripción del empleo

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Director of Programs - C5ISR

PROGRAMS Full Time Gilbert, AZ, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1958

DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS - C5ISR

Position Summary

The Director of Programs - C5ISR is responsible for the leadership, execution, financial performance, and growth of a portfolio of defense and homeland security programs focused on C5ISR, border surveillance, and mission-critical security solutions. This leader oversees the Program Management Office (PMO), manages Program Managers, drives portfolio profitability, ensures successful program delivery, and supports strategic growth initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the PMO and oversee a portfolio of 8-15 programs.
• Ensure program performance meets cost, schedule, quality, and customer objectives.
• Establish PMO governance, reporting, risk management, and execution processes.
• Develop Program Managers while resolving portfolio-level issues and resource conflicts.

Financial & Operational Leadership

• Own portfolio P&L, including revenue, profitability, forecasting, expenses, and cash flow.
• Drive operational performance, delivery predictability, quality, and efficiency.
• Partner with Engineering, Operations, and Business functions to ensure successful execution.
• Identify and mitigate program and portfolio risks.

Customer & Business Growth

• Build strong relationships with customers, prime contractors, and strategic partners.
• Lead growth opportunities including contract extensions, follow-on awards, upgrades, and sustainment efforts.
• Support business development, capture, and proposal activities.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations, Finance, or related field.
• 10+ years leadership experience in defense, aerospace, homeland security, or government sectors.
• Experience leading a PMO and managing multiple programs through Program Managers.
• Demonstrated P&L ownership and strong business acumen.
• Strong leadership, communication, customer relationship, and organizational skills.
• U.S. citizen eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.

Preferred

• Familiarity with radar, EO/IR, RF sensing, communications, networking, AI/ML analytics, Counter-UAS, or autonomous systems.
• Experience managing engineering, manufacturing, systems integration, deployment, and sustainment programs.
• Demonstrated understanding of the engineering/technical, operational and financial considerations associated with designing, building, integrating, deploying and sustaining complex systems.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFARS and government acquisition processes.
• PMP, PgMP, or equivalent certification.

ATSC is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite resumes from all interested parties including women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities.

Advance Technology Systems Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.