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Sr. Director, Program Management

Stratolaunch
Location
Mojave, California, United States
Posted
17 days ago
Department
Program Management
Salary
$252,000 - $292,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Minimum 20 years of progressive experience in technical and/or program management
  • At least 10 years in senior leadership roles within aerospace, defense, or high-technology sectors
  • Demonstrated success leading large, complex, multi-disciplinary programs or portfolios with annual budgets >$100M
  • Extensive experience in aerospace program management, subcontracts, procurement, personnel management, aircraft systems, operations, launch vehicle integration, and ground systems
  • Proven executive leadership in technical organizations
  • Advanced expertise in risk management, classified program execution, and regulatory compliance
Nice to have
  • Hypersonic vehicle development experience
  • Experience working directly with government agencies, regulatory bodies, and major defense contractors
  • Air-launch, launch vehicle, and/or aircraft integration program experience
  • Large transport category or military aircraft operations experience
  • PMP, PgMP, or equivalent advanced project/program management certification
What the job really is

The Senior Director of Program Management at Stratolaunch will lead the execution of various aerospace programs in Mojave, California, ensuring customer satisfaction and overseeing a portfolio of hypersonic test vehicle projects. The role involves strategic planning, team leadership, risk management, and maintaining high standards of program execution while engaging with customers and stakeholders. This position requires a strong leader to drive innovation and operational excellence in a complex, multi-disciplinary environment.

Benefits
  • Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs)
  • Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
  • 50% company match per contributed dollar into 401(k) savings plan, up to $11,500
  • Tuition reimbursement
Things to weigh
  • Travel required for business and customer relationships
  • Base salary and leveling are established on a case-by-case basis, which may lead to variability in compensation
  • No specific mention of remote work options or flexibility in work location
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