Industrial Participation Program Manager
Core
Lead global industrial participation and offset strategies for Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) to fulfill international localization requirements and support customer success.
Role type
Senior IC program manager (industrial participation & offset)
Builds
Offset programs, local content initiatives, and technology transfer agreements for defense customers
Domain
Defense / Aerospace / International Trade
Required skills
Industrial participation strategy, offset program management, government negotiations, contract risk mitigation, ROI analysis, stakeholder liaison, regulatory compliance (ITAR/EAR), project management, budget management
Preferred skills
UAS industry experience, technology transfer coordination, supply chain management, cross-cultural communication, language fluency (Europe/Middle East)
Technologies
UAS platforms, offset project management databases
Responsibilities
Develop long-range offset strategies tailored to specific countries; negotiate offset plans and multipliers with regional stakeholders; ensure compliant fulfillment of offset commitments; analyze economic outcomes and recommend approaches based on country-specific priorities; coordinate with contracting and export compliance teams; manage budgets and perform investment analyses for offset initiatives
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic leadership