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Element Materials Technology · 10 hours ago

Director, Strategic Programs

Fairfield, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

5+ years exp

Element Materials Technology is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. They are seeking an experienced Director, Strategic Programs to support the Aerospace & Energy Business Unit, focusing on managing initiatives and shaping strategic direction while optimizing processes and workflows.

AerospaceBuilding MaterialIndustrial EngineeringInfrastructureMechanical Engineering

Responsibilities

Define, lead, and refine long-term strategies that align with organizational goals, market trends, and customer needs in the aerospace sector

Present insights, recommendations, and program updates directly to executive leaders, board members, and external partners

Collaborate with executives and senior leadership to evaluate new opportunities, address risks, and shape business priorities

Lead cross-functional initiatives, ensuring alignment between business strategy, technology, and operational execution

Oversee program and project management activities, dedicating approximately 30% of time to tactical execution to ensure strategic initiatives translate into measurable outcomes

Provide communications support; draft emails, memos, presentations, internal and external communications, and/or social media posts

Create tools to drive and manage changes across the business unit

Champion organizational transformation efforts, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability

Create program specific tools to drive and manage changes across the business unit

Collaborate with BU VP and other directors to facilitate ongoing effective leadership events including town halls, leadership summits, staff meetings, etc

Qualification

Program leadershipStrategic planningProject managementMaster’s degree in EngineeringMicrosoft Suite proficiencyAnalytical skillsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skills