# Program Director - Hypersonic Vehicle at Stratolaunch

- Company: Stratolaunch
- What the company does: Stratolaunch will employ a multi-stage booster to ensure access to multiple orbits. Backed by Space Capital.
- Company website: https://stratolaunch.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Principal and up
- Location: Mojave, California, United States
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $193K to $235K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-09-04
- Apply by: 2026-10-19
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/stratolaunch/jobs/5416106008
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/stratolaunch-program-director-hypersonic-vehicle/

## About the role

To achieve these great efforts, Stratolaunch is seeking a Program Director with at least 20 years of relevant experience. This visible leadership role is responsible for the successful execution of complex, multi-disciplinary programs, including strategic planning, cross-functional team leadership, and is responsible for all aspects of program delivery and organizational growth.

## What they're looking for

- Minimum 20 years of progressive experience in technical and/or program management, with at least 5 years in a senior or principal-level leadership role within aerospace, defense, or high-technology sectors
- A strong sense of urgency, with the ability to make tough decisions in a technical environment
- Demonstrated success managing large, complex, multi-disciplinary programs with annual budgets >$100M
- Extensive experience in aerospace program management, subcontracts and procurement, personnel management, aircraft systems, aircraft operations, launch vehicle integration, and ground systems
- Proven track record of technical leadership, including oversight of subcontractors and prototype/low-rate production
- Advanced risk management expertise and experience with classified programs

Tags: Program Management