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Posted 3 weeks agoProduct Line Director – LOCUST Programs
1300 Eubank Boulevard Southeast, Albuquerque, United StatesOn-site
Responsibilities
- requirements and business strategy Lead cross-functional integrated product teams (IPTs) including engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, contracts, and finance Financial & Program Control Develop, manage, and execute program budgets, EACs, forecasts, and margin performance Ensure disciplined program controls, risk management, and change management across contracts Drive affordability, scalability, and producibility initiatives aligned with customer acquisition strategies Support pricing Army,
- Air Force, and other DoD and interagency stakeholders Support customer engagements including design reviews, program reviews, test events, fielding activities, and operational demonstrations Translate evolving customer CONOPS and mission needs into executable program plans and product enhancements Represent the LOCUST product line in internal and external executive-level forums Execution, Production & Sustainment Drive transition from development to production, including supply chain readiness,
Requirements
- Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Business, or a related field (advanced degree preferred) 10+ years of
- experience in defense programs, product line management, or program management Demonstrated
- experience leading directed energy, advanced weapons, or complex defense systems Strong working knowledge of EACs, program financials, earned value concepts, and execution metrics
- Experience working directly with U.S. Army, NNSA, U.S.
- Air Force, and/or other government customers Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams delivering complex, mission-critical systems Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, execution-driven environment Preferred
- From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.
Benefits
- Experience with high-energy laser (HEL) or counter-UAS systems Background supporting rapid prototyping, fielding, and operational test events Familiarity with DoD acquisition pathways, OTAs, rapid capability offices, and transition-to-program-of-record efforts Clearance Level Secret The salary range for this role is: $148,000 - $217,875 AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work