- Where
- Fort Worth, TX, United States
- Level
- Senior
Director, Advanced Capability Development — Fighter Aircraft
Location: Dallas–Fort Worth, TX (on-site)
Our client is seeking a director to lead advanced capability development for a flagship fighter aircraft program. You will set the roadmap for next-generation upgrades and carry them from concept through customer approval and funding.
What you'll do
Own the capability development roadmap and align it with customer requirements and budgets
Lead cross-functional teams across engineering, program management, finance and business development
Shape and win new development contracts and modernization efforts
Brief senior executives and government customers on progress, risk and investment priorities
Build and mentor a high-performing leadership team
What you bring
Bachelor's degree in engineering or a technical field; advanced degree preferred
15+ years in aerospace and defense, including 8+ years leading programs or technical organizations
Track record growing a development portfolio with government customers
Active security clearance strongly preferred