Program Director - Hypersonic Vehicle

The role

The Program Director leads the execution of complex, multi-disciplinary programs for next-generation reusable hypersonic test vehicles. This role involves strategic planning, cross-functional team leadership, and oversight of design, manufacturing, and flight test.

What you will do

• Lead strategic program initiatives and present information in executive forums
• Mentor, coach, and develop program managers and team leads
• Oversee execution of multiple, concurrent programs including cost, schedule, and technical performance
• Maintain positive customer relationships and produce results
• Drive adoption of advanced program management processes, tools, and best practices
• Make high-impact decisions regarding program direction, resource allocation, and risk
• Lead program forecasting and budgeting activities
• Manage revenue recognition and contract invoicing processes
• Partner with executive leadership to define long-term strategies and growth opportunities
• Lead development of new business proposals and capture strategies

Required qualifications

• Minimum 20 years of progressive experience in technical and/or program management
• At least 5 years in a senior or principal-level leadership role within aerospace, defense, or high-technology sectors
• Success managing large, complex, multi-disciplinary programs with annual budgets >$100M
• Experience in aerospace program management, subcontracts and procurement, personnel management, aircraft systems, aircraft operations, launch vehicle integration, and ground systems
• Technical leadership including oversight of subcontractors and prototype/low-rate production
• Advanced risk management expertise and experience with classified programs
• Exceptional facilitation, negotiation, and executive communication skills
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS (Top Secret) security clearance
• Ability to lead in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and drive organizational change
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• MS Project and other advanced project management tools

Nice to have

• Airbreathing propulsion technology and hypersonic vehicle development experience
• Experience working directly with government agencies, regulatory bodies, and major defense contractors
• Air-launch, launch vehicle, and/or aircraft integration program experience
• Large transport category or military aircraft operations experience
• PMP, PgMP, or equivalent advanced project/program management certification
• Experience with classified program execution and secure environments

Benefits

• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs)
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
• 50% company match per contributed dollar into 401(k) savings plan, up to $11,500
• Tuition reimbursement

Before you apply

• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS (Top Secret) security clearance
• Relocation eligible to local area

About the company

Stratolaunch accelerates the development of next-generation aerospace and defense technologies through reusable hypersonic flight testing. Their team brings together expertise in engineering, manufacturing, and flight operations.