Program Director - New York

Cubic Corporation•New York, NY

1d•$235,000 - $270,000

About The Position

The Program Director leads assigned Cubic Transportation Systems (CTS) programs and reports directly to the Assistant General Manager. The role is accountable for executing programs on time, within budget, and in compliance with contractual obligations and Cubic policies. It oversees program profit and loss, performance, resources, risks, requirements, contracts, and claims, while developing and implementing annual operating and strategic plans. The position typically operates under limited supervision and includes discretionary, substantial decision-making authority. The director leads direct and indirect teams, subcontractors, partners, and cross-functional stakeholders. They build executive and customer relationships, proactively address concerns, and serve as an escalation point. The role also promotes continuous improvement, develops talent through coaching and mentoring, and represents CTS at industry events. Domestic travel is required, with occasional international travel possible.

Requirements

Typically, at least 15 years in technical or program roles, including 12 or more years in leadership, with a bachelor's degree; alternatively, 12 years of experience with a master's degree, a PhD with 8 years of experience, or equivalent experience.
PMP certification.
Proven ability to define organizational vision and lead executive-level planning across diverse functional areas.
Proven success leading complex infrastructure or technology programs valued at over $100 million, including integrated hardware and software delivery in regulated environments.
Experience with full program P&L accountability and expertise managing ETC, EAC, CPI, and SPI to drive financial and schedule performance.
Strong understanding of contract terms and entitlement strategies, with experience leading change orders and claims in collaboration with legal counsel and consultants.
Full-lifecycle requirements traceability and compliance experience, including CDRLs and verification.
Experience using requirements management tools such as DOORS or Jama.
Ability to build strong customer and internal relationships, lead cross-functional teams, and develop high-performing talent.
Clear, confident communication skills and ability to engage executive, technical, and customer audiences and lead consensus-driven decisions.
Domestic travel required; occasional international travel may be included.

Nice To Haves

Portfolio oversight experience.

Responsibilities

Lead assigned programs and ensure execution, contractual compliance, and delivery of defined goals, scope, milestones, and deliverables.
Monitor program progress, manage resources, mitigate risks, and resolve issues.
Lead direct and indirect teams, subcontractors, and partners; provide direction and feedback, manage performance, and foster ownership, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Contribute to the regional business plan and develop and implement the annual operating plan and strategic plan.
Ensure programs are managed in accordance with contracts, Cubic policies, procedures, and department instructions.
Build collaborative relationships with customers, partners, subcontractors, and internal regional and global functional teams; manage expectations and act as an escalation point.
Plan and manage resources so program activities are completed on time, within budget, and to customer expectations.
Own program P&L outcomes and manage cost, schedule, efficiency, and financial performance.
Manage cost-to-complete forecasts, identify and implement ways to reduce Estimate to Complete (ETC), and mitigate risks to Estimate at Completion (EAC).
Track and analyze Cost Performance Index (CPI), Schedule Performance Index (SPI), and other performance indicators to identify forecast deviations.
Collaborate with functional and resource managers to secure and align resources and ensure the program schedule is fully resource-loaded.
Manage contract terms and company rights; identify contractual entitlements and potential cost or schedule recovery opportunities.
Lead development of change orders and claims with legal counsel and external consultants, and lead negotiations and settlements to protect company interests.
Lead requirements management across integrated hardware and software development, including elicitation, documentation, validation, tracking, and contract compliance.
Link requirements to Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) items, verification methods, and test procedures, and maintain end-to-end traceability through delivery and acceptance.
Review performance metrics and work with regional and global teams to identify and implement continuous improvements.
Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and networking functions, and stay current on industry and market trends.
Comply with company values, policies, procedures, code of conduct, and quality, security, occupational health, safety, environmental, and human resource requirements.
Perform other duties reasonably assigned by the manager.