Maritime Programs Director: Strategy, Leadership & Delivery

QinetiQ U.S.; Franklin (MA); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

QinetiQ US in Franklin, MA is seeking an experienced Program Director to oversee a portfolio of Maritime programs. You will lead multi-disciplinary teams, ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS/ITAR, and drive end-to-end program execution in a hybrid on-site role.

This position requires strong leadership, negotiation, and risk management skills, with 10+ years in defense program leadership, PMP or equivalent, and the ability to travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Business, Science, Mathematics, or related field.
• 10+ years of Project/Program lead experience with defense customers.
• Certifications: PMP, EVMS, CAM, CSCP, APICS, or equivalent.
• Knowledge: FAR, DFARS, ITAR; risk management; supplier quality; Deltek CostPoint or similar MRP/ERP software systems, Jira, Windchill.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and cross-functional communication skills.
• Hybrid office/remote from Lorton, VA or Franklin, MA area.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multi-phase defense production programs and ensure compliance with scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Identify and mitigate risks to EAC and capture growth opportunities.
• Lead and mentor program managers; ensure staffing plans align with program needs.
• Develop and implement program strategies to improve on-contract performance and revenue.
• Ensure adherence to FAR, ITAR, and other defense requirements; manage quality and risk.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Influence leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/related field

Master's degree

APICS/CSCP certification or equivalent

Tools

Deltek CostPoint

Jira

Windchill

Job description

QinetiQ US in Franklin, MA is seeking an experienced Program Director to oversee a portfolio of Maritime programs. You will lead multi-disciplinary teams, ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS/ITAR, and drive end-to-end program execution in a hybrid on-site role.

This position requires strong leadership, negotiation, and risk management skills, with 10+ years in defense program leadership, PMP or equivalent, and the ability to travel up to 25%.