Director, Advanced Capability Development — Fighter Aircraft

VDS Consulting Group•Fort Worth, TX
•Onsite

About The Position

The Director, Advanced Capability Development will lead advanced capability development for a flagship fighter aircraft program. The role sets the roadmap for next-generation upgrades and carries initiatives from concept through customer approval and funding. It leads cross-functional teams and supports the growth of development contracts and modernization efforts.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or a technical field.
  • At least 15 years of experience in aerospace and defense.
  • At least 8 years leading programs or technical organizations.
  • Track record of growing a development portfolio with government customers.

Nice To Haves

  • Advanced degree.
  • Active security clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Own the capability development roadmap and align it with customer requirements and budgets.
  • Lead cross-functional teams across engineering, program management, finance, and business development.
  • Shape and win new development contracts and modernization efforts.
  • Brief senior executives and government customers on progress, risk, and investment priorities.
  • Build and mentor a high-performing leadership team.
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