Program Management, Director

About FlightSafety International FlightSafety International is the world’s premier professional aviation training company and supplier of flight simulators, visual systems and displays to commercial, government and military organizations. The company provides training for pilots, technicians and other aviation professionals from 167 countries and independent territories. FlightSafety operates the world’s largest fleet of advanced full-flight simulators and award-winning maintenance training at Learning Centers and training locations in the United States, Canada, France and the United Kingdom. Purpose of Position The Director, Program Delivery (Execution) is responsible for the integrated delivery and overall program execution outcomes of highly complex, enterprise-level programs spanning multiple disciplines and lifecycle phases, including development, production, integration, and sustainment. This role serves as the single point of accountability for program-level integration and delivery outcomes, ensuring alignment to cost, schedule, technical performance, and customer requirements through coordination of execution performed by functional organizations and Control Account Managers (CAMs) or equivalent delivery leads. The Director leads cross-functional integration across workstreams and ensures cohesive execution through structured program management practices. The role operates in close partnership with the PMO Center of Excellence (CoE), ensuring adherence to established standards, governance, and Program Controls disciplines, while maintaining clear separation of responsibilities between program integration, functional execution, and controls ownership. Tasks And Responsibilities Establishes execution strategies, program structures, and operating rhythms aligned to approved program baselines and business objectivesOwns and ensures delivery performance against cost, schedule, and technical targets using established performance management frameworks Maintains accountability for program outcomes through integration of performance across functional teams and delivery leadsIntegrates multiple workstreams into a unified execution model aligned to the program work breakdown structure (WBS) or equivalent delivery frameworkManages interdependencies, sequencing, and delivery alignment using integrated scheduling practices (e.g., Integrated Master Schedule or equivalent)Ensures execution accountability resides within functional teams and CAMs or equivalent leadsDrives execution coordination and enforces delivery accountability across functional teams without assuming functional reporting authorityPartners with the PMO Center of Excellence (CoE) to ensure effective implementation of Program Controls disciplines, including cost management, scheduling, baseline control, and performance reporting frameworks (e.g., EVM or equivalent)Utilizes Program Controls outputs (e.g., performance metrics, variance analysis) to inform execution decisionsSupports governance processes including baseline reviews, performance reviews, and audit activitiesMaintains clear separation between execution leadership, Program Controls ownership, and functional accountabilityIdentifies and manages complex technical, operational, and delivery risks using structured risk management processesLeads issue resolution and escalation managementDrives corrective actions to maintain program stability and delivery commitments in coordination with functional organizations and CAMs or equivalent delivery leadsServes as primary interface with executive stakeholders and customers for program executionLeads program governance forums including program reviews, milestone reviews, and decision-making forumsCommunicates program status, risks, and trade-offs clearly and effectively based on integrated performance dataEnsures alignment between stakeholder expectations and execution realitiesLeads cross-functional program teams and provides direction to Program Managers and integration leadsMentors program leadership on execution strategies, delivery discipline, and risk management and reinforces clear separation of responsibilities across Program Management, Program Controls, and functional execution ownershipPromotes a culture of accountability, ownership, and execution excellence Minimum Education Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred)Advanced coursework or certifications in program management, systems engineering, or operations management preferredExecutive leadership or enterprise program management training desirable Minimum Experience 15+ years of progressive experience in program management or related leadership roles Demonstrated experience leading large, complex, multi-disciplinary programs with full lifecycle accountability Proven ability to deliver programs in high-visibility, high-risk environments Experience operating within structured program management environments with centralized standards and controls functions Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Expertise in integrating execution of complex, cross-functional programs across multiple lifecycle phases Strong ability to integrate technical, operational, and business workstreams into a cohesive delivery model Advanced capability in program performance management frameworks, risk identification, and issue resolution Ability to partner effectively with a PMO Center of Excellence, ensuring adherence to standards and effective use of Program Controls without direct ownership Strong decision-making capability under uncertainty, including management of competing priorities and constraints Excellent executive communication and stakeholder management skills Strong leadership capability, including influencing across organizations without direct authority Strong understanding of program performance management frameworks (e.g., EVM or equivalent methodologies) Knowledge of integrated scheduling practices (e.g., IMS or equivalent) and dependency management Experience operating within matrixed organizations with CAM-based or equivalent execution ownership models Working knowledge of PMI knowledge areas, including Integration, Cost, Schedule, Risk, and Stakeholder Management Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met and/or encountered by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and communicate. The employee may be required to stand, walk, and sit. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to view monitors, technical documents, and reference material. The noise level in the work environment is typically low to moderate. FlightSafety is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of required compliance reviews, including verification that the candidate is not prohibited from employment under U.S. economic sanctions programs administered by the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). This position may require access to export-controlled technology or services subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Employment consideration and any offer of employment are contingent upon the applicant’s ability to comply with these requirements, including qualifying as a “U.S. Person” under applicable regulations or otherwise eligible for export authorization within a timeframe consistent with business needs. A “U.S. Person” includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (holders of approved and unexpired green cards), and certain refugees or asylees with protected status under U.S. law. This position may also require eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance for the duration of employment. Cybersecurity Notice: All official recruiting communication from FlightSafety International will come from an @flightsafety.com email address. FlightSafety International will never ask for personal or financial information through social media or third-party email providers.