Director, Strategic Programs

Exova•Fairfield, OH

40d

About The Position

Element is seeking an experienced, highly dynamic, and organized Director, Strategic Programs to support the Aerospace & Energy Business Unit. The Director, Strategic Programs will serve as a trusted thought partner to executive leadership with a focus on managing business unit initiatives and shaping strategic direction across the aerospace business while ensuring successful execution of critical initiatives. There will be a consistent focus on managing and optimizing processes, systems, and workflows as the business continues to scale and grow. The Director, Strategic Programs will report directly to the Business Unit Vice President and will collaborate closely with Division Directors, Safety, Quality, Commercial, Finance, and HR leaders. In this role, you will play an integral part in identifying areas of improvement and implementing effective solutions. If you are a self-starter and excellent communicator with strong business operations background, we encourage you to apply.

Requirements

Master's degree in Engineering/Systems, or equivalent required
Minimum of 5 years demonstrated as Program Director or similar role involving project management
Strong program leadership skills with experience balancing strategic planning and tactical execution through project management excellence
Exceptional communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to coordinate across all levels of the organization
In-depth knowledge of the Microsoft Suite of programs and tools, specifically PowerPoint

Responsibilities

Define, lead, and refine long-term strategies that align with organizational goals, market trends, and customer needs in the aerospace sector
Present insights, recommendations, and program updates directly to executive leaders, board members, and external partners
Collaborate with executives and senior leadership to evaluate new opportunities, address risks, and shape business priorities
Lead cross-functional initiatives, ensuring alignment between business strategy, technology, and operational execution
Oversee program and project management activities, dedicating approximately 30% of time to tactical execution to ensure strategic initiatives translate into measurable outcomes
Provide communications support; draft emails, memos, presentations, internal and external communications, and/or social media posts
Create tools to drive and manage changes across the business unit
Champion organizational transformation efforts, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability
Create program specific tools to drive and manage changes across the business unit
Collaborate with BU VP and other directors to facilitate ongoing effective leadership events including town halls, leadership summits, staff meetings, etc.