Director, Strategy & Growth Programs

About the role

The Director, Strategy & Growth Programs will spearhead key strategic and growth-driving projects for Virgin Galactic, combining thought leadership with operating excellence and driving cross-functional initiatives. This leader will establish high-priority growth programs with a strategic and analytical lens, shepherd all aspects of the programs (ideation, business case, stakeholder alignment, project planning, and management) through the development phase, and partner with operating teams for transition and long-term success. Additionally, this executive will hold accountability for key corporate-level strategic initiatives, applying analytical rigor and project management proficiency to drive insights and progress.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-priority growth programs through development and early execution.
• Identify highest-impact programs to drive growth by establishing a strategic framework, assessing market trends, and leading cross-functional ideation (e.g., evolution of pricing, referrals, corporate).
• Lead the development of individual initiatives through refinement of program structure and establishment of a detailed execution roadmap.
• Throughout the initial execution phase of each initiative, closely monitor performance and proactively adjust to optimize commercial outcomes.
• Own and drive forward key corporate-level strategic initiatives, including major expansion plans (e.g., future spaceports).
• Provide thought leadership in designing the strategic framework.
• Own quantitative and qualitative analyses to drive insight.
• Establish processes to ensure alignment across key functions for planning and execution.
• Deliver impactful communications and presentations at C-suite and Board levels.
• Lead cross-functional teams in an effective project management capacity.
• Collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders in both inclusive ideation and alignment of accountability; act as a linchpin to activate across stakeholder groups.
• Manage and mentor direct report(s).
• Consistently demonstrate executive leadership across the commercial team.
• Coach, train, and transfer expertise to your team to drive projects to completion.

Requirements

• 10 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 8 years and a Master’s degree in leadership in strategic planning, program development, performance optimization, or related fields.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving acumen, with high attention to detail and a practiced ability to use insights to drive actions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Track record of applying influence and driving results without direct authority.
• Demonstrated excellence in leading teams to deliver results at the highest levels.
• Highly sophisticated interpersonal skills with relational and emotional intelligence.
• Bias toward action, innovation, and delivery of tangible results; “can do” spirit with intrinsic curiosity and ability to thrive in ambiguity.
• Demonstrate willingness to adjust thinking and behavior.
• Ability to communicate in a manner that is timely, respectful, and open to other ideas.

Pay

The annual U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $126,900.00–$203,075.00. The base pay offered will vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, location, and experience and will take into account internal equity. Other forms of pay (e.g., bonus or long-term incentive) may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits.

Benefits

For more information regarding Virgin Galactic benefits, please visit https://vgcareers.virgingalactic.com/global/en/benefits.

Export Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. Person (either a U.S. citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) or be able to obtain the required authorization from either the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The applicant must also not be included in the list of Specifically Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons maintained by the Office of Foreign Assets Control.

Phoenix Employment Requirements

For individuals seeking employment at our Phoenix Mesa Gateway Airport facility, employment is contingent upon obtaining and maintaining a TSA-authorized security badge. This includes initial and annual mandatory background checks governed by TSA and conducted by the Phoenix Mesa Gateway Airport badging office.