Director of Programs - C5ISR

Advanced Technology Systems Company•Gilbert, AZ

1d•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. The Director leads a portfolio of 8–15 programs and establishes PMO governance, reporting, risk management, and execution processes. The position owns portfolio P&L and partners with Engineering, Operations, and Business functions to deliver programs successfully. It also develops customer and partner relationships and supports growth opportunities, business development, capture, and proposal activities.

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.

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.
Demonstrated 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.