VP, Site Lead — Germantown | Growth & P&L Leader

Leonardo DRS; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Leonardo DRS in Germantown, MD seeks a Vice President, Site Lead to guide the Germantown site through growth, aligning manufacturing, supply chain, engineering, and program management to meet commitments. You will oversee the US P&L and translate strategy into practical site plans with clear milestones.

The role requires 15+ years of leadership in aerospace/defense, strong financial acumen, and executive communication skills. A bachelor’s degree is required; master’s preferred.

Qualifications

• 15 or more years of experience leading complex business or operational activities.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or government contracting.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field; a master’s degree is preferred.
• Proven success leading growth and change across multiple functions while maintaining execution.
• Experience with P&L oversight, budgeting, forecasting, resource allocation, and business-performance management.
• The ability to translate strategy into operating plans and use performance data to drive decisions and improvement.
• A record of developing leaders and building accountable, collaborative teams.
• Executive-level communication skills and sound judgment in working with customers, senior leaders, and other stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Germantown site with cross-functional alignment around priorities and commitments.
• Oversee the DRS RADA US P&L and monitor financial performance with budgets and forecasts.
• Translate opportunities into practical site plans with clear milestones and accountability.
• Strengthen execution by resolving constraints affecting quality and delivery.
• Establish an operating rhythm with meaningful measures to surface risks and guide decisions.
• Develop leaders and scale processes for organizational growth and culture.
• Provide senior leadership with performance insights and resource needs, with action recommendations.
• Represent DRS RADA Technologies to customers, suppliers, and government stakeholders.

Skills

Executive leadership

P&L management

Strategic planning

Cross-functional coordination

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Leonardo DRS in Germantown, MD seeks a Vice President, Site Lead to guide the Germantown site through growth, aligning manufacturing, supply chain, engineering, and program management to meet commitments. You will oversee the US P&L and translate strategy into practical site plans with clear milestones.

The role requires 15+ years of leadership in aerospace/defense, strong financial acumen, and executive communication skills. A bachelor’s degree is required; master’s preferred.