Director Of Programs - C5ISR
- Location
- Gilbert, Arizona, United States
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment type
- Full-time
About the job
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.
- 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.
• Own portfolio P&L, including revenue, profitability, forecasting, expenses, and cash flow.
- 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.
• 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.
- 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.
• 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)
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Posted 21 Oct 2026 · checked 29 Oct 2026 · Report this job