Senior Weapon Systems Program Lead

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life/ADD Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan

ESPP

Paid Time-Off

Holidays

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Program Management Director to lead a portfolio of weapon system programs in Huntsville.

You will oversee program execution, customer engagement, and contract negotiations, and build a high-performing team of program support personnel. The ideal candidate brings 12+ years in aerospace/defense program management, proven leadership of geographically dispersed teams, strong budgeting, risk management, and experience engaging senior DoD

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree in engineering, science, or related technical field.
• Minimum 12 years in aerospace or defense program management, with 7+ years leading complex programs.
• Demonstrated leadership of geographically dispersed, cross-functional teams.
• Experience budgeting for complex defense programs and analyzing financial metrics.
• Experience negotiating contracts and engaging senior customers.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen with active or ability-to-obtain DoD Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead a portfolio of complex weapon system programs including development, integration, test, and production.
• Be primary point of contact for customer communication, coordination, and negotiations across DoD and industry stakeholders.
• Develop and manage comprehensive program plans with schedules, milestones, and resource allocations.
• Oversee program performance across cost, schedule, technical readiness, risk, and customer satisfaction.
• Build, mentor, and scale a program management team.
• Conduct strategic and technical reviews with customers, senior leadership, and internal stakeholders.
• Drive cross-functional alignment across engineering, operations, supply chain, finance, and business development.
• Participate in proposal development, cost estimating, and contract modifications.
• Provide strategic insights to leadership on customer engagement and technology roadmaps.
• Identify and manage program risks and opportunities across platforms and suppliers.
• Maintain high motivation and accountability within the team.
• Support long-term customer relationships and future opportunities in weapon systems.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Cross-functional leadership

Customer engagement

Program management

Stakeholder communication

Education

PMP certification

BS/BA in engineering or related field

Tools

DoD/Program management processes

Job description

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Program Management Director to lead a portfolio of weapon system programs in Huntsville.

You will oversee program execution, customer engagement, and contract negotiations, and build a high-performing team of program support personnel. The ideal candidate brings 12+ years in aerospace/defense program management, proven leadership of geographically dispersed teams, strong budgeting, risk management, and experience engaging senior DoD