Senior Director of Defense Programs & Portfolio Management

Kratos Unmanned Systems; Roseville (CA); On-site; USD 215,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. seeks a Director, Program Management for KUAS to oversee the full lifecycle of unmanned systems programs.

You will lead complex aerospace projects, drive program performance, and manage cost, schedule, and quality targets while coordinating with customers and partners. The role requires strong leadership, EVMS, risk and schedule management, and extensive program management experience in DoD contexts.

Qualifications

• Experience leading aerospace programs and defense contracts.
• Strong understanding of EVMS, risk, and schedule management.
• Ability to manage a cross-functional IPT and multiple suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Lead program portfolio across lifecycle to meet cost, schedule, and performance.
• Establish baselines, docs, BOMs, and configuration management for systems.
• Oversee IMP/IMS and overall master schedule with procurement and manufacturing.
• Drive financial objectives, contracts, subcontracting, and customer relations.

Skills

Leadership

Program management

EVMS understanding

P&L management

Risk management

Customer management

Financial acumen

Communication skills

IPT leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Business/Finance

Secret security clearance

Tools

MS Office

ERP/PM tooling

Job description

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. seeks a Director, Program Management for KUAS to oversee the full lifecycle of unmanned systems programs.

You will lead complex aerospace projects, drive program performance, and manage cost, schedule, and quality targets while coordinating with customers and partners. The role requires strong leadership, EVMS, risk and schedule management, and extensive program management experience in DoD contexts.