Head of Programme Management

Company Information Elbit America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high-technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. Elbit America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high-technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. Job Summary Program Manager III, Integrated/Contractor Logistics Support, is a Senior Program Manager position supporting the Mobile Tactical Cannon program. The Strategic Availability and Lifecycle Optimization Hub will be a focus—ensuring the system remains mission-ready, highly reliable, and sustainable throughout its decades-long lifecycle. The role has responsibility for ensuring the planning and performance of assigned complex programs throughout all phases of the program lifecycle. The Program Manager III is responsible for the cost, schedule, quality, customer satisfaction, and technical performance of assigned programs and for using that successful execution to drive future growth. The Program Manager III is responsible for effective customer communication and is able to proactively respond to the customer and gain customer trust by meeting commitments and quality standards. The Program Manager III may be required to mentor and/or lead junior project or program managers. This position will be required to forecast sales, new business, and gross profit on their programs, needed to meet the operational goals of the business unit. The Program Manager III will direct program teams or Integrated Product Teams in achieving excellence in program execution through the use of Earned Value and other techniques to identify program issues and monitor program performance. Responsibilities And Tasks Lead the establishment and strategic direction of the Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) Center of Excellence, serving as the enterprise hub for availability, lifecycle optimization, and long-term sustainability

Ensure operational readiness, asset optimization, environmental responsibility, and economic viability across the system’s full lifecycle

Direct ILS/CLS planning and execution in partnership with engineering, acting as the primary point of contact for deliverables and cross-functional personnel

Apply deep logistics expertise across system development, fielding, and sustainment, including Model-Based Engineering and Model-Based Product Support methodologies

Oversee lifecycle cost analyses, depot activation planning, and development of technical manuals, training materials, and other sustainment products

Lead and mentor project managers and cross-functional teams, modeling performance excellence and effectively managing shifting priorities

Develop and manage detailed program plans using industry best practices, ensuring delivery, quality, and compliance with all contractual obligations

Serve as an expert in risk and opportunity management, proactively conducting analyses and preparing financial reports to drive preventive and corrective action

Partner with Finance to prepare forecasts, establish program budgets, and hold Control Account Managers accountable for cost adherence

Cultivate strong customer relationships, anticipate needs, ensure satisfaction, and identify opportunities to expand business and improve performance

Provide leadership and clear communication to stakeholders on program status, risks, and recommended solutions, ensuring transparency and informed decision‑making

Coordinate with Marketing and Contracts to support proposal development, marketing strategies, and contract negotiation to meet financial and operational objectives

Manage supplier, affiliate, and peer‑organization performance to ensure programs are executed per contractual, technical, and schedule requirements

Lead internal and external program reviews, maintain program scorecards, and drive continuous improvement across operations, engineering, and sustainment activities

Knowledge (Education/License/Certification, Prior Experience) 10+ years of demonstrated experience in ILS DoW programs leading diverse, multi-discipline project teams in high-tempo defense environments

PMP/PMI certified

A bachelor's degree is required

5+ years of program management experience is required. Advanced proficiency with logistics engineering processes and tools such as LORA, MTA, spares analysis, and logistics product database development aligned with DoD/GEIA standards

Solid working knowledge of reliability, maintainability, product safety, and technical manual/training development requirements to ensure high supportability and system availability

Extensive experience in lifecycle sustainment planning, CLS/PBL execution, and program management across development, production, and sustainment environments

Demonstrated capability in cost account management, Earned Value Management, program budgeting, risk management, requirements management, and disciplined program planning

Skilled in contract lifecycle management, negotiations, conflict resolution, and collaborative problem solving with internal, external, and international stakeholders

Proven ability to lead teams through all phases of the project management framework, delivering programs on time, within scope and budget, and with high customer satisfaction

Effective communicator—verbal, written, and in presentations—with the ability to mentor others, influence cross‑functional teams, and build strong customer relationships

Experienced leader capable of guiding integrated product teams, mentoring junior managers, managing program scope and deliverables, and operating independently with a high level of accountability

Travel/Physical Requirements Matrix organizational structure

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone, and keyboard

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work

May require domestic and international travel and a passport

Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts

Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available

Flexible Vacation & PTO

Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more

Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

The job description is not an employment contract. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Elbit America is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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