Technical Internal Audit Director (Aerospace / Defense) (tax free) - Project and Programs
Develop and execute a comprehensive internal audit plan for projects and programs. Oversee the assessment of project management practices, compliance with contractual requirements, and adherence to relevant regulations and policies. Conduct risk assessments and identify potential project-related risks and vulnerabilities. Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, project governance, and risk management processes. Lead audits of major defense projects and programs including (Defense, Aerospace, Electronics, Land, & Navy) to ensuring review and analysis of financial, operational, and performance aspects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide guidance on project control improvement initiatives. Review project budgets, expenditures, and cost estimates to ensure accuracy and cost-effectiveness. Monitor project schedules and milestones to identify potential delays or deviations. Provide strategic insights and recommendations to senior management based on audit findings. Proactively contribute to value addition of the divisions’ programs including production and MRO by ensuring that they are executed in an effective and efficient manner. Stay informed about industry best practices, emerging trends, and regulations related to project and program management in the defense sector. Help to develop the Internal Audit Function practice including audit methodology, manual, and digitalization. Lead special assignments, ethics-related matters, and investigations. Assist in designing and reporting required audit pack to stakeholders including management, shareholders, and audit committee. Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering priority otherwise business administration or finance. A Master’s degree is preferred. Proven experience in project and program auditing or management, preferably in the defense or aerospace industry, with at least 10 years of relevant experience. Knowledge of defense sector regulations including Trade Control, acquisition processes, and government contracting requirements. Familiarity with project management methodologies such as PMBOK, PRINCE2, or Agile. Strong understanding of risk assessment, internal control frameworks, corporate governance, and compliance. Excellent leadership and people management skills to oversee audit teams and stakeholders. Analytical mindset with the ability to identify and assess complex project-related issues. Effective communication and presentation skills to articulate audit findings and recommendations to senior executives and external stakeholders. Professional certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional) or CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) are desirable. Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
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Develop and execute a comprehensive internal audit plan for projects and programs. Oversee the assessment of project management practices, compliance with contractual requirements, and adherence to relevant regulations and policies. Conduct risk assessments and identify potential project-related risks and vulnerabilities. Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, project governance, and risk management processes. Lead audits of major defense projects and programs including (Defense, Aerospace, Electronics, Land, & Navy) to ensuring review and analysis of financial, operational, and performance aspects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide guidance on project control improvement initiatives. Review project budgets, expenditures, and cost estimates to ensure accuracy and cost-effectiveness. Monitor project schedules and milestones to identify potential delays or deviations. Provide strategic insights and recommendations to senior management based on audit findings. Proactively contribute to value addition of the divisions’ programs including production and MRO by ensuring that they are executed in an effective and efficient manner. Stay informed about industry best practices, emerging trends, and regulations related to project and program management in the defense sector. Help to develop the Internal Audit Function practice including audit methodology, manual, and digitalization. Lead special assignments, ethics-related matters, and investigations. Assist in designing and reporting required audit pack to stakeholders including management, shareholders, and audit committee. Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering priority otherwise business administration or finance. A Master’s degree is preferred. Proven experience in project and program auditing or management, preferably in the defense or aerospace industry, with at least 10 years of relevant experience. Knowledge of defense sector regulations including Trade Control, acquisition processes, and government contracting requirements. Familiarity with project management methodologies such as PMBOK, PRINCE2, or Agile. Strong understanding of risk assessment, internal control frameworks, corporate governance, and compliance. Excellent leadership and people management skills to oversee audit teams and stakeholders. Analytical mindset with the ability to identify and assess complex project-related issues. Effective communication and presentation skills to articulate audit findings and recommendations to senior executives and external stakeholders. Professional certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional) or CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) are desirable. Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
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