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Director, Programs (Tampa, FL)

Tampa💼 Full-time🗓 2026-09-21 → 2026-09-26

Core

Strategic leadership for a portfolio of technical development and production programs, ensuring on-time, on-budget contract execution and P&L responsibility.

Role type

Director of Programs (Tactical Systems)

Builds

Defense and aerospace systems including manned/unmanned aircraft, maritime vessels, and communication systems

Domain

Defense, Aerospace, Government Contracting

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure

Required skills

Program management, P&L management, risk mitigation, business development, contract execution, strategic planning, team leadership, financial forecasting, schedule planning

Preferred skills

DoD program experience, streamlined Acquisitions programs experience, proposal/RFI writing

Technologies

Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Project)

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a professional program management team; Drive execution across multiple programs to achieve financial and schedule objectives; Conduct monthly Program Management Reviews (PMR); Develop and maintain deep understanding of contract scope and financial performance; Participate in business development and capture processes; Ensure compliance with Quality Management System (QMS) and Government standards; Partner with Engineering to influence the IRaD roadmap.

Seniority

Director, strategic leadership & team management

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