Director, Flight Research & Demonstration Program

About the role

Leads the Flight Research and Demonstration Program, directing system level planning, management, and evaluation of research advancing aeronautics technologies. Develops strategies, allocates resources, assesses risk, coordinates with stakeholders, and ensures alignment with Agency goals while overseeing program operations and performance.

Responsibilities

• Develops overall program strategies and requirements, including objectives and outcomes consistent with Agency strategic goals and objectives; using inputs from a range of Research Center and external technical experts.
• Assesses and allocates technical, budget and schedule requirements to program and other managers as required.
• Ensures preparation of supporting plans and budgets, including program plans, program commitment agreements, and integrated program and