Program Director, Space

Ensign-Bickford Industries, Inc. • Moorpark, CA

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About The Position

This opportunity is within Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD), a global leader in mission-critical hardware and systems solutions, including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions. EBAD emphasizes that its strengths are built on its people, offering a team environment focused on creating cutting-edge technology for space missions and defense. The company contributes to successful missions involving satellites and protecting armed service members. EBAD is seeking an experienced Program Director to lead strategic programs within its Space Segment business. This role involves owning customer relationships and program execution, ensuring exceptional delivery performance, and driving commercial success. The ideal candidate should possess deep aerospace experience, strong leadership capabilities, and a proven track record in managing complex, high-stakes programs with discipline and accountability.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Proven experience as a Program Director or senior program leader in aerospace, defense, or space industries
• Demonstrated success managing complex mechanical, electro-mechanical, or energetics programs
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance customer needs and business outcomes
• Experience leading customer-facing programs with high visibility and accountability
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end program performance, including cost, schedule, quality, and customer satisfaction
• Serve as the primary customer interface, building trusted relationships with key stakeholders
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver complex aerospace and space programs successfully
• Drive program execution discipline, risk management, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Partner with business leaders to support growth, profitability, and strategic objectives
• Ensure alignment between customer expectations and internal execution capabilities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees