Director Of Programs - C5ISR

Director Of Programs – C5ISR Location: Gilbert, Arizona (Onsite) Salary Range: $185,000 – $215,000 Position Summary The Director of Programs – C5ISR is responsible for the leadership, execution, financial performance, and growth of a portfolio of defense and homeland security programs focused on C5ISR, border surveillance, and mission-critical security solutions. This leader oversees the Program Management Office (PMO), manages Program Managers, drives portfolio profitability, ensures successful program delivery, and supports strategic growth initiatives. Key Responsibilities Program & PMO Leadership - Lead the PMO and oversee a portfolio of 8–15 programs. - Ensure program performance meets cost, schedule, quality, and customer objectives. - Establish PMO governance, reporting, risk management, and execution processes. - Develop Program Managers while resolving portfolio-level issues and resource conflicts. Financial & Operational Leadership - Own portfolio P&L, including revenue, profitability, forecasting, expenses, and cash flow. - Drive operational performance, delivery predictability, quality, and efficiency. - Partner with Engineering, Operations, and Business functions to ensure successful execution. - Identify and mitigate program and portfolio risks. Customer & Business Growth - Build strong relationships with customers, prime contractors, and strategic partners. - Lead growth opportunities including contract extensions, follow-on awards, upgrades, and sustainment efforts. - Support business development, capture, and proposal activities. Requirements Required - Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations, Finance, or related field. - 10+ years leadership experience in defense, aerospace, homeland security, or government sectors. - Experience leading a PMO and managing multiple programs through Program Managers. - Demonstrated P&L ownership and strong business acumen. - Strong leadership, communication, customer relationship, and organizational skills. - U.S. citizen eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance. - Must be able to work full-time on-site in Gilbert, AZ. Preferred - Familiarity with radar, EO/IR, RF sensing, communications, networking, AI/ML analytics, Counter-UAS, or autonomous systems. - Experience managing engineering, manufacturing, systems integration, deployment, and sustainment programs - Demonstrated understanding of the engineering/technical, operational and financial considerations associated with designing, building, integrating, deploying and sustaining complex systems. - Knowledge of FAR/DFARS and government acquisition processes. - PMP, PgMP, or equivalent certification. Benefits Compensation Salary for this position is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, the candidate’s experience, education, skills, leadership scope, and the specific requirements of the company’s programs and contracts. Range: $185,000 – $215,000 Benefits Eligible employees (30+ hours/week) may enroll in benefits starting the first of the month after hire. Offerings include: - Multiple Medical, Dental, and Vision plan options - Prescription coverage with mail-order option - Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Life, and Voluntary Insurance - 401(k) with John Hancock (eligible after 6 months) - Health Savings Account (HSA) - Wellness and Employee Discount programs - Paid Time Off (2 weeks), 3 Sick Days (prorated), and Paid Holidays, including Winter Break (Dec 24–31) - Semi-monthly payroll (10th & 25th)