# Product Line Director – LOCUST Programs

Hiring organization: [AeroVironment](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/aerovironment)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/bfa6d018-2b58-4ec5-b0d7-4c341fb6f86e

Listed on AeroVironment's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Employment type: full time
- Seniority: Director
- Location: Albuquerque, NM
- Salary: 148000 – 237000 USD per year

## Summary

This role leads the business execution and lifecycle management of AeroVironment's LOCUST directed energy systems for U.S. Government customers, balancing program delivery, costs, and customer relationships. It suits experienced defense program leaders who can operate as both a senior technical authority and a financial/business strategist across complex, mission-critical systems.

_Our summary, not AeroVironment's wording._

## Skills named

Earned Value Management

## Required

- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Business, or related field
- 10+ years defense programs or program management experience
- Experience leading directed energy, advanced weapons, or complex defense systems
- Working knowledge of EACs, program financials, and earned value concepts
- Direct experience with U.S. Army, NNSA, U.S. Air Force, or other government customers
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams on mission-critical systems
- Operation in fast-paced, execution-driven environments
- U.S. person status (ITAR requirement)
- Secret clearance

## Nice to have

- Advanced degree beyond Bachelor's
- Experience with high-energy laser (HEL) or counter-UAS systems
- Background in rapid prototyping, fielding, and operational testing
- Familiarity with DoD acquisition pathways, OTAs, and rapid capability offices
- Current U.S. Citizenship (for some contracts)

Apply on AeroVironment's site: https://avav.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/AVAV/job/1300-Eubank-Boulevard-Southeast-Albuquerque-NM/Product-Line-Director---LOCUST-Programs_7565