Associate Vice President, Program Management – Loitering Munitions Systems

Job overview

Associate Vice President, Program Management – Loitering Munitions Systems is an onsite role in Simi Valley, CA. The annual salary range is $224,500–$359,000. The position leads program management for the Loitering Munitions Systems business unit and supports its program delivery, growth, and profitability objectives. The executive oversees a portfolio of government and commercial programs, aligning program execution, financial performance, customer commitments, and cross-functional resources. The role establishes program management standards and develops the processes and talent needed for consistent delivery and customer satisfaction.

What you'll do

• Provide executive oversight for LMS programs and contracts
• align portfolio priorities and performance
• identify and mitigate risks
• support proposal strategy, negotiations, and business acquisition
• establish program management standards, tools, and metrics
• coordinate with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance
• manage budgets, forecasts, and performance metrics
• report to executive leadership.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

associate vice president

program management

loitering munitions systems

lms

defense programs

government contracts

program portfolio

business development

contract execution

operational excellence

simi valley ca

aerovironment

$224,500–$359,000/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company matching
• 9/80 work schedule
• paid holiday shutdown.

Why this role

Executive leadership of a Loitering Munitions Systems program portfolio, including complex development and production contracts.

About the employer

AeroVironment is hiring for this role. Industry: Space Research and Technology. Sector: 92.