Internal Only: Director of Programs and Engineering

About the role

Position Summary X-Bow is seeking an exceptional Director of Programs and Engineering to join our Defense Systems Sector. Reporting directly to the VP of Solid Rocket Motor Programs and Production, this senior leadership position will provide strategic direction and operational oversight for both program management and engineering functions. This role requires a dynamic leader capable of bridging technical excellence with program execution, managing multiple rocket motor development and production programs from initial customer interaction through final delivery while simultaneously leading engineering teams to deliver innovative solutions on accelerated timelines.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership
  • Provide strategic direction and leadership for integrated program management and engineering operations across the Defense Systems Sector
  • Support the VP of Solid Rocket Motor Programs and Production in developing and executing organizational strategy
  • Drive alignment between engineering capabilities and program requirements to ensure successful delivery
  • Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement across programs and engineering teams
• Program Management Leadership
  • Direct and oversee multiple rocket motor development and production programs simultaneously
  • Develop comprehensive program portfolios that outline goals, timelines, resources, and budget requirements across all programs
  • Ensure programs are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget while maintaining technical excellence
  • Serve as senior escalation point for program challenges and strategic customer engagements
  • Lead proposal development efforts and strategic customer interactions
• Engineering Leadership
  • Provide technical leadership and direction for SRM Engineering and SRM Mechanical Engineering teams
  • Ensure engineering deliverables meet rigorous design, analysis, testing, and validation requirements for solid rocket motors
  • Drive technical innovation in solid rocket motor design, development, and manufacturing processes
  • Balance engineering resources across multiple programs to optimize technical outcomes and schedule performance
  • Establish and maintain engineering standards, processes, and best practices
• Cross-Functional Team