About this role
About the Role The Principal, Program Management will lead execution of international Counter-Unmanned Aircraft System (cUAS) programs, with initial focus on Middle East customers and strategic growth. This role is responsible for overall program execution, customer satisfaction, financial performance, schedule adherence, risk management, and cross-functional coordination across Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Contracts, and Business Development.
The successful candidate will serve as the primary program execution lead for complex defense programs involving integrated weapon systems, sensors, communications, software, and vehicle-based mission systems. This individual must be capable of operating in a fast-paced environment while engaging directly with international customers, government stakeholders, and strategic partners.
Note: Role is onsite in Nashville, TN with a 9/80 schedule and is contingent upon hire.
What You'll Do
- Lead execution of international cUAS programs from contract award through delivery, fielding, and sustainment
- Serve as the primary customer interface for Middle East defense customers and key stakeholders
- Develop and maintain Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), cost forecasts, risk registers, and program execution plans
- Manage program scope, cost, schedule, and technical performance to achieve contractual commitments and financial objectives
- Coordinate cross-functional teams including Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Test, and Field Operations
- Drive risk identification, mitigation planning, and issue resolution across the program lifecycle
- Support customer demonstrations, operational evaluations, training events, and fielding activities
- Lead program reviews, executive briefings, customer status meetings, and milestone reviews
- Monitor subcontractor and supplier performance to ensure delivery commitments are met
- Support proposal development, capture activities, Basis of Estimate (BOE) development, and transition from capture to execution
- Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, export regulations, security requirements
What We're Looking For
- Experience leading international defense programs, preferably in cUAS or related domains
- Strong program management skills including IMS, cost forecasting, risk management, and schedule control
- Ability to engage with international customers, government stakeholders, and strategic partners
- Proven cross-functional leadership for Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, and Field Operations
- Familiarity with export controls, security requirements, and contractual compliance
- Excellent communication, leadership, and customer-facing capabilities