Program Area Director II – Advanced Compact EW Solutions (ACES) Product Line
Location
Austin, TX
Level
Manager / Director
Department
Defense
Type
Salary
$173,000 - $294,000
Job Description
Posted on:
2026-06-03
Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership across the full product lifecycle (capture, development, production, and sustainment).
- Manage and advocate for resources to meet program area objectives.
- Inspire and motivate a cross-functional team to achieve portfolio excellence.
- Develop direct reports and grow talent through competency assessments and resource planning.
- Make informed decisions balancing risk and opportunity.
- Build trusted relationships with stakeholders to improve business outcomes.
- Drive operational excellence and change management within teams.
Job Requirements
- Experience leading complex programs across the full product lifecycle.
- Strong decision-making skills with a focus on risk management.
- Deep understanding of business operations and financial management.
- Proven communication skills with experience presenting to senior leadership.
- Ability to foster a high-performance culture and inspire teams.
- Engagement skills to interact with customers, suppliers, and peers.
- Bachelor's Degree and 12 years of relevant work experience; active Secret security clearance is required.
