Program Executive, US Defense Advanced Programs

Job Description
Job Title: Program Executive, US Defense Advanced Programs
Working Pattern: Full Time/Hybrid - 3 Office Days/Week
Working location: Indianapolis, IN
Relocation is not provided for this role
Level B
Why Rolls-Royce?
At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.
By joining Rolls-Royce, you’ll have the opportunity to create world-class power and propulsion solutions, pushing your problem-solving and ingenuity, to deliver real impact that puts safety first.
You’ll be given responsibility and the opportunity to grow in our high-performance culture. This is Infinite Potential. And it’s your chance to really shine and contribute to one of the world’s most recognized brands and a beacon for engineering excellence.
Position Summary:
As the Program Executive, US Defense Advanced Programs, you will provide project management leadership and direction to deliver the company strategy, business case and business plans. This role is responsible for working closely with a cross functional team and key stakeholders to plan, organize and execute advance development programs. This role will require management experience, with a focus on program execution, collaboration across functional groups, governance of program priorities, delivery of key milestones, and meeting all budget targets.
What you will be doing
Develop and drive a holistic program master schedule
Develop future proposals owning program management content
Ensure the integrated project team maintains a focus on delivering budget targets
Lead stakeholder interface management and successful delivery of stakeholder requirements
Promote collaboration across the team and support functions to meet program goals
Provide project management governance including employee engagement, continuous improvement, risk management and reporting
Progress system through company gated reviews. Support or lead risk assessments, flight clearance reviews, safety reviews, product certification, and technical audits from a functional aspect
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of experience, OR
Master’s degree with 6+ years of experience, OR
PhD and 3+ years’ experience
To be considered for this opportunity, you must be a US Citizen and eligible for a DoD security clearance
Experience with Gov’t EVMS process and reporting
Preferred Qualifications:
PMP certification
Experience as a development program executive who has executed development programs, including follow-on proposal development for future phases of the program
Proven leadership of program support team
Proven capability to interface with prime contractor and manage contract scope
Familiarity with AE 2100 D3 product and business model
Our vision is to ensure that the quality and dynamism that shaped our history continues into our future. It’s a bold pursuit, and we never stop striving to go further, faster, and better. We lead progress, creating the technologies that move us forward. If you’re driven to grow, to learn, and to make a lasting difference, this is where you belong.
Rolls-Royce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics. We are committed to providing a respectful and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued and everyone can thrive.
Infinite Potential
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Job Category
Project Management
Job Posting Date
28 Sept 2026; 00:09
Pay Range
Pay ranges for remote employees are based on the state where the employee resides and may vary from the posted range.
$156,274 - $253,946-Annually
Location:
Indianapolis, IN
Benefits
Rolls-Royce provides a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that includes base pay and a discretionary bonus plan. Eligible employees may have the opportunity to enroll in other benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance; a flexible spending account; a health savings account; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match; Employee Assistance Program; Paid Time Off; certain paid holidays; paid parental and family care leave; tuition reimbursement; and a long-term incentive plan. The options available to an employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as date of hire, employment type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.