Director of Advanced Technology Programs

The role

The Director, Advanced Technology Programs manages all phases of program execution for the Strategic Systems Division Advanced Technology programs portfolio. This role involves functional management of program management personnel and directing internal research and development programs.

What you will do

• Plans, directs, and monitors project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Responsible for project level profit and loss.
• Defines, generates, and reviews project management related material.
• Ensures required resources like engineering, manpower, production, and facilities are available.
• Provides direction to project staff regarding budgeting and execution.
• Identifies and proactively acts upon program risks and issues.
• Serves as primary customer contact for project information.
• Pursues follow-on and new business opportunities with customers.
• Participates in customer meetings, peer reviews, and problem-solving meetings.
• Conducts Executive Management Programs Reviews and quarterly Comprehensive Estimate At Completion meetings.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Management, Operations or related technical fields; Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Minimum of 10 years of direct program management experience with Department of War (DoW).
• Extensive knowledge and experience with controllable solid propulsion (CSP) capabilities and technologies.
• Experience partnering with business development, proposal management, program management, program finance, program planning/scheduling, control account management, engineering, supply chain, manufactu
• Understanding technical, cost and schedule impacts on a program.
• Understanding of business development and capture strategies.
• Excellent communication skills including oral and written presentations.
• Ability to multi-task in a highly collaborative team environment.
• Proven critical thinking ability for technical engineering problem solving and management plans.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an active DoD Secret Clearance.
• Must comply with ITAR regulations.

Nice to have

• Master’s Degree
• Demonstrated ability to lead a large, geographically diverse organization.
• Knowledge of DoW development best practices, including production and delivery of space hardware.
• Excels at operating at a fast pace in a diverse technical and programmatic environment.

Benefits

• Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match of up to 4%
• Company wellness programs
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources

Before you apply

• U.S. Citizenship required due to federal contract eligibility.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an active DoD Secret Clearance.
• Must comply with ITAR regulations.

About the company

Voyager is an innovative defense, national security and space technology company. They tackle complex challenges to deliver transformative, mission-critical solutions from ground to space.