About the role Leads the execution and growth of a portfolio of complex aerospace and hypersonic development programs. Works closely with an integrated leadership team to establish program strategy, manage, control, and deliver portfolio scope, and ensure successful execution across engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, assembly, integration, and test activities. Provides leadership and direction to program managers and the program management office while establishing the processes, tools, operating cadence, and performance metrics required for predictable program execution. Drives completion of programs to aggressive development and delivery timelines while operating within contractual, budget, resource, technical, and quality requirements. Owns portfolio-level risk management and ensures risks, issues, and opportunities are identified, escalated, and resolved appropriately. Partners with engineering, supply chain, operations, contracts, finance, quality, and business development leadership to ensure alignment of resources and priorities. Serves as a senior customer interface and communicates program and portfolio status to internal and external stakeholders, including senior government and industry customers. Negotiates scope, schedule, resources, priorities, and contractual commitments to ensure program success. Develops and mentors program leadership and establishes a high-performing organization capable of executing increasingly complex and large-scale programs. In addition to program execution responsibilities, the Head of Programs leads strategic capture and business development efforts to expand the portfolio. This includes shaping opportunities well in advance of formal solicitations, developing competitive technical and management approaches, and partnering with business development, engineering, contracts, and pricing teams to position Booz Allen for successful bids. The role drives early and meaningful engagement with senior government and industry stakeholders, orchestrates cross-functional capture teams, informs price‑to‑succeed strategies, and ensures proposal development reflects both client mission needs and Booz Allen’s differentiated capabilities. The Head of Programs strengthens relationships across the acquisition and contracting community, contributes to win strategies and teaming decisions, and advances growth through disciplined capture planning, solutioning, and preparation for new pursuits. Join us. The world can't wait. Requirements 15+ years of experience in leading complex, hardware-focused solutions programs and projects 10+ years of experience in managing multifunctional teams of 20+ FTE and managing multiple concurrent programs while performing in a customer-facing role 4+ years of experience in leading Program Managers across a portfolio of engineering programs and managing subcontractors, suppliers, and external partners to meet contractual and technical requirements Experience in managing full program lifecycle activities including design, development, integration, test, qualification, and delivery Experience with overseeing program scope, schedules, budgets, resources, technical performance, and contractual commitments Experience with program and portfolio risk management, including communicating risks and mitigation strategies to senior leadership Knowledge of government contracting practices and engaging senior government and industry stakeholders Ability to lead through ambiguity, resolve complex problems, drive organizational alignment, and communicate effectively at the executive level Ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance Bachelor’s degree Nice If You Have Experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) and managing program financial performance Experience in managing research and development programs Experience in managing programs involving complex integrated hardware and software systems Experience in aerospace, hypersonics, propulsion, test and evaluation, or advanced defense systems Experience in managing significant supply‑chain organizations or integrating supply chain operations into program execution Experience with supplier performance management and strategic sourcing Experience with Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid program management methodologies Ability to support technical proposal development, capture activities, pricing, and new business pursuits Master’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations, or related field PMP certification Clearance Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. 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Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $162,800.00 to $303,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date. Identity Statement As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. 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Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen or customer facility, in alignment with your leadership's expectations and the needs of the role. Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed full-time at a customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role. Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.
