Stratolaunch will employ a multi-stage booster to ensure access to multiple orbits. Backed by Space Capital.
About the role
The Senior Director, Program Management is a key leader responsible for the execution of all of Stratolaunch’s Mojave, California-based programs. Reporting directly to the General Manager, this role oversees a portfolio of multi-disciplinary programs spanning the design, manufacturing, and flight test of reusable and expendable hypersonic test vehicles. The Senior Director is accountable for delivering customer satisfaction through the oversight of program performance.
What they're looking for
- Minimum 20 years of progressive experience in technical and/or program management, with 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, including oversight of subcontractors and prototype/low-rate production
- Advanced expertise in risk management, classified program execution, and regulatory compliance
- Exceptional executive communication, negotiation, and facilitation skills
More about this role
Stratolaunch is a technology accelerator that engineers operationally realistic testing at Mach 5+. Our air-launched, Talon testbeds are reusable, cost-effective platforms that enable routine access to the hypersonic environment. We deliver flight data critical to validating system performance and achieving rapid technology deployment. Together with our customers, we drive innovations that are imperative to advancing national security.
The Senior Director, Program Management is a key leader responsible for the execution of all of Stratolaunch’s Mojave, California-based programs. Reporting directly to the General Manager, this role oversees a portfolio of multi-disciplinary programs spanning the design, manufacturing, and flight test of reusable and expendable hypersonic test vehicles. The Senior Director is accountable for delivering customer satisfaction through the oversight of program performance. A strong candidate must have a strong sense of urgency, and be able to build and maintain a high-performance team of program leaders.
- Set and communicate the strategic vision for the program management function in California, aligning with corporate objectives and long-term business...
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