Sr Director, Programs

Curtiss-Wright Corporation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 225,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401K with Employer Match

Health and Wellness Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Referral Program

Competitive Pay

Recognition

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Job summary

Curtiss-Wright Corporation, via its EMS Division, seeks a Sr Director of Programs to lead program management strategy and execution. Remote US with 30-50% travel to EMS sites; citizenship and possible security clearance required.

The role drives cross-functional collaboration, KPI tracking, and risk mitigation to ensure on-time, within-budget delivery of complex programs with significant business impact.

Qualifications

• Experience managing large-scale, complex programs.
• Ability to lead diverse teams and drive performance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven track record delivering on-time, within-budget programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight to PM teams and deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
• Develop and implement a forward-thinking program management strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Cultivate relationships with key stakeholders and align objectives with business strategy.
• Define, monitor and analyze KPIs; provide insights to executives for continuous improvement.
• Identify and mitigate risks; manage resource planning and budgets across programs.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Data-driven decision making

Stakeholder engagement

People management

Tools

Microsoft Office

PM software

Job description

The Opportunity | Sr Director, Programs

You will be a Key member of the Curtiss-Wright EMS Division senior leadership team with critical responsibilities related to shaping and executing the strategic vision of program management. The Senior Director of Program Management is a critical role providing extensive experience in managing complex programs that drive significant business impact. Fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and collaboration while ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and delivering measurable results.

Your Challenge:

• Provides strategic oversight and guidance to the Program Management teams. Leads departmental or cross-functional teams, focused on delivering new or upgrading existing products. Monitors projects from initiation through delivery, including organizing cross-functional activities to ensure projects are on schedule and within budget constraints. (20%)


• Develops and implements a forward-thinking program management strategy that aligns with organizational goals and priorities. Leads initiatives to enhance program effectiveness and ensure long-term sustainability. Drives the integration of innovative methodologies and technologies within program management practices. Promotes a culture of learning and adaption by conducting post-project evaluations and implementing lessons learned. (20%)


• Cultivates and maintains strong relationships with key stakeholders. Collaborates closely with leadership to align program objectives with overall business strategy. Serves as a trusted advisor on program management best practices and performance metrics. (20%)


• Defines, monitors, and analyzes key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess program success and strategic alignment. Provides executive leadership with insights and recommendations for continuous improvement. (20%)


• Leads the identification and assessment of risks across programs, implementing proactive mitigation strategies. Ensures adherence to organizational policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements. Oversees strategic resource planning and allocation, ensuring optimal utilization of talent and budget across all programs. (20%)

Your Expertise:

• Extensive experience managing large-scale, complex programs with a focus on strategic impact, risk management, and resource optimization.


• Proven ability to lead and inspire diverse teams, driving high performance and fosters a collaborative environment.


• Superior analytical and problem-solving skills, with a strong emphasis on data-driven decision-making and performance enhancement.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all organizational levels.


• Advanced knowledge of project management software and tools, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office.


• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, managing complex challenges while maintaining long-term strategic goals.

Must be a US citizen and able to obtain and maintain DOD security clearance.

LOCATION: remote US with 30%-50%travel to EMS sites would be expected.

SALARY: $225,000.00-$250,000.00 plus bonus. Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

We Take Care of Our People

• Paid Time Off


• 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing


• Health and Wellness Benefits


• Learning and Development Opportunities


• Referral Program


• Competitive Pay


• Recognition


• Employee Stock Purchase Plan


• Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Who We Are:

Our Values Environmental, Social and Governance. Curtiss-Wright’s EMS Division provides high-performance pumps, valves, steam turbines, air compressors, motors and generators that are integral to powering the U.S. Navy nuclear fleet. We also supply critical reactor coolant pump technology and steam turbines for commercial nuclear power plants. For more details: https://www.cw-ems.com/ #LI-AC1 #LI-remote

No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.

Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status.

If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition. For US Applicants: EEO is The Law – click here for more information. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

Join the WRIGHT Team!

Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments – Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications.

Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright.

What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall – we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other.

Leadership

We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action.

Customer Focus

We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion.

Teamwork & Trust

Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward.

Respect for People

We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees.

Integrity

We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships.