Director Of Programs - C5ISR

TOMORROW HIRE • Gilbert, AZ

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Director Of Programs – C5ISR leads the execution, financial performance, and growth of a portfolio of defense and homeland security programs focused on C5ISR, border surveillance, and mission-critical security solutions. The role oversees the Program Management Office (PMO), manages Program Managers, drives portfolio profitability, ensures successful program delivery, and supports strategic growth initiatives. This position is onsite in Gilbert, Arizona.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations, Finance, or a related field.
• 10+ years of leadership experience in defense, aerospace, homeland security, or government sectors.
• Experience leading a PMO and managing multiple programs through Program Managers.
• Demonstrated P&L ownership and strong business acumen.
• Strong leadership, communication, customer relationship, and organizational skills.
• U.S. citizenship and eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.
• Ability to work full-time onsite in Gilbert, Arizona.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with radar, EO/IR, RF sensing, communications, networking, AI/ML analytics, Counter-UAS, or autonomous systems.
• Experience managing engineering, manufacturing, systems integration, deployment, and sustainment programs.
• Understanding of the engineering/technical, operational, and financial considerations associated with designing, building, integrating, deploying, and sustaining complex systems.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFARS and government acquisition processes.
• PMP, PgMP, or equivalent certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead the PMO and oversee a portfolio of 8–15 programs.
• Ensure program performance meets cost, schedule, quality, and customer objectives.
• Establish PMO governance, reporting, risk management, and execution processes.
• Develop Program Managers and resolve portfolio-level issues and resource conflicts.
• Own portfolio P&L, including revenue, profitability, forecasting, expenses, and cash flow.
• Drive operational performance, delivery predictability, quality, and efficiency.
• Partner with Engineering, Operations, and Business functions to ensure successful execution.
• Identify and mitigate program and portfolio risks.
• Build strong relationships with customers, prime contractors, and strategic partners.
• Lead growth opportunities, including contract extensions, follow-on awards, upgrades, and sustainment efforts.
• Support business development, capture, and proposal activities.

Benefits

• Multiple medical, dental, and vision plan options.
• Prescription coverage with mail-order option.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Life, and Voluntary Insurance.
• 401(k) with John Hancock, eligible after 6 months.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Wellness and Employee Discount programs.
• Paid Time Off (2 weeks), 3 Sick Days (prorated), and Paid Holidays, including Winter Break (Dec 24–31).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director