VP, Global Enterprise Applications

AeroVironment-posted 12 days ago

$220,000 - $288,750/Yr

Full-time • Executive

Simi Valley, CA

1,001-5,000 employees

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The Vice President – Global Enterprise Applications will lead the strategy, delivery, and modernization of enterprise applications and technology-enabled transformation initiatives across the Organization in an Aerospace & Defense (A&D) business. This executive will ensure that applications and programs support mission-critical functions, meet compliance and security standards (e.g., ITAR, DFARS, CMMC), and align with corporate growth and operational excellence objectives.

Enterprise Applications Leadership: Own the full lifecycle of enterprise applications including ERP (e.g., Oracle, SAP), PLM, MES, CRM, HRIS, and supply chain systems. Drive the modernization of legacy systems and ensure integrations with engineering, manufacturing, and defense logistics platforms. Ensure applications meet rigorous security, compliance, and audit standards relevant to the A&D industry.
Program & Portfolio Management: Lead a portfolio of large-scale, cross-functional programs focused on digital transformation, system upgrades, and operational optimization. Establish and manage a Program Management Office (PMO) with oversight of project governance, budgeting, scheduling, and risk management. Ensure programs meet cost, schedule, and technical performance goals consistent with government contract requirements.
Transformation & Change Leadership: Design and execute enterprise-wide transformation initiatives including digital thread/digital twin, supply chain resiliency, and IT/OT convergence. Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Finance, HR, Sales and Compliance teams to align IT capabilities with business priorities. Lead change management strategies to ensure user adoption, training, and sustained performance improvements.
Security, Compliance & Risk: Partner with CISO and Compliance teams to ensure applications and programs meet regulatory requirements including SOX, ITAR, CMMC, DFARS, and DoD cybersecurity frameworks. Support audits and reporting obligations for government programs and classified environments.
Vendor & Stakeholder Management: Manage relationships with strategic partners, software vendors, and system integrators. Serve as a key liaison with government customers, subcontractors, and internal business units for technology-related programs.
Leadership & Team Development: Build and lead high-performing teams of application managers, project/program leaders, and transformation specialists. Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement. Attract and retain talent with a strong understanding of both commercial and defense-grade IT environments.

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or related field; Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
15+ years of experience in IT leadership roles within the Aerospace & Defense industry or similar high-compliance, engineering-driven sectors.
Proven experience leading ERP (Oracle preferred) and enterprise systems implementations in a regulated environment.
Strong understanding of A&D manufacturing processes, defense contracting, and government program execution.
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required.
This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction.

Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
Proven experience leading ERP (Oracle preferred) and enterprise systems implementations in a regulated environment.

AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.

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