Product Line Director - Defense Communications Tech

avav

Huntsville (AL)

On-site

USD 148,000 - 237,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401K with company matching

9/80 schedule

Paid holiday shutdown

Job summary

AeroVironment in Huntsville is seeking a Product Line Director for the AV EW Communications Technology group to own the product line from concept through sustainment. You will manage budgets, schedules, risks, and customer satisfaction while coordinating with senior leadership and engineering teams.

The role requires 10+ years in defense programs, a bachelor’s in engineering/physics/business, and the ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance.

Qualifications

10+ years of experience in defense programs, product line management, or program management.
Demonstrated experience leading directed energy, advanced weapons, or complex defense Communications Technology.
Strong working knowledge of EACs, program financials, earned value concepts, and execution metrics.
Experience working with U.S. Army, NNSA, U.S. Air Force, or other government customers.

Responsibilities

End-to-end execution of the AV EW Communications Technology product line across all program lifecycle phases.
Manage cost, schedule, technical performance, and delivery commitments for programs.
Align technical roadmap and architecture with customer requirements and business strategy.
Lead cross-functional IPTs across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, contracts, and finance.
Drive transition from development to production, including supply chain readiness and quality assurance.