Technical Internal Audit Director (Aerospace / Defense) (tax free) - Project and Programs

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.