Strategic Projects Lead

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 157,000 - 299,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and disability coverage

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules and PTO

Education support program

Holidays and incentive programs

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Strategic Projects Lead to drive enterprise planning across multi-year and annual cycles, translating long-range strategy into actionable priorities and aligning funding with execution in a highly technical aerospace and defense context.

The ideal candidate will lead strategic initiatives that advance digital transformation, synthesize complex strategy into clear plans, and partner with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver mission-focused outcomes while working remotely

Qualifications

• University degree with 12+ years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 10+ years of relevant experience.
• 8+ years in strategic planning, program management, and leadership.
• Experience leading multi-year or annual planning cycles such as LRP, AOP, or SFP.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate multi-year and annual planning cycles.
• Translate long-range strategy into annual tactical execution.
• Lead strategic initiatives driving digital transformation.
• Articulate the digital technology narrative for mission outcomes.
• Support annual goal alignment with funding and strategic priorities.

Skills

Strategic planning

Program management

Leadership

Education

University degree + 12+ years experience

Advanced degree + 10+ years experience

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Strategic Projects Lead to join the team of a leader in the Aerospace & Defense space.

This role will drive enterprise-level planning and execution across multi-year and annual cycles, translating long-range strategy into actionable priorities. The ideal candidate will lead strategic initiatives that advance digital transformation while helping align funding, goals, and operational execution. This position requires strong program leadership, the ability to synthesize complex strategy into clear plans, and close partnership with cross-functional stakeholders. The work will directly support mission-focused outcomes within a highly technical and regulated environment.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $157,200 – $298,800 annually

Responsibilities

• Coordinate multi-year and annual planning cycles
• Translate long-range strategy into annual tactical execution
• Lead strategic initiatives driving digital transformation
• Articulate the digital technology narrative for mission outcomes
• Support annual goal alignment with funding and strategic priorities

Qualifications

• University degree with 12+ years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 10+ years of relevant experience
• 8+ years in strategic planning, program management, and leadership
• Experience leading multi-year or annual planning cycles such as LRP, AOP, or SFP

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• 401(k) match and flexible spending accounts
• Flexible work schedules and paid time off
• Employee assistance program and parental leave
• Education support program
• Holidays and potential incentive compensation programs

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.