Program Manager - Defense

At Voyageur Aviation Corp., we deliver innovative solutions to customers with unique aviation requirements. We are an integrated provider of specialized aviation services, including, advanced engineering and maintenance capabilities, part sales and logistics management, aircraft leasing, and contract flying operations both internationally and domestically supporting humanitarian missions, cargo, and workforce movements to remote communities. Our headquarters are in North Bay, Ontario, and we are a wholly owned subsidiary of Chorus Aviation Inc.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s Degree (required)
• Work authorization (required)
• P.Eng License (required)
• Master’s Degree of Business Administration. (preferred)

Program Manager - Defense

In you Role with our Team, you will :

• Thoroughly understands the customer’s requirements from specifications and statements of work and addresses these requirements throughout the complete design, test, and production build process.
• Collaborate on unique proposal plans and strategies to lead a team in fulfilling the customers’ requirements.
• Develop detailed business plans that achieve overall current and long-term objectives of the program/product, business unit, and division.
• Responsible for the oversight of Defense and Government contract relationships by being the primary point of contact.
• Balance program risks and opportunities with executable strategies to meet technical requirements and budgets.
• Conduct thorough reviews into issues on products/programs, identify issues, develop corrective actions, communicate issues, and implement actions for next steps.
• Identify resources needed for projects, define and assign major program roles.
• Lead negotiations, proposal, and commercial impact phases for contractual change management throughout the program execution.
• Create and deliver budget and schedule to key stake holders internal and external
• Manage people who lead cross-functional program teams that are focused on the delivery of a product from design to release for customers.

Your Background :

• 15 years of progressive experience in Project Management, with a minimum of 5 years experience as a Project Manager.
• 6 years of experience managing defense contracts.
• Bachelor of Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Possess a P.Eng License within the province of Ontario
• Master’s Degree of Business Administration.
• Ability to track work accomplished to baseline plans and identify issues, track progress, and follow through on effective corrective actions based on data analysis and trends.
• Strong knowledge of government contracting practices and regulations regarding acquisition
• Develop and execute detailed proposal plans and strategies
• Lead program in customer negotiations and negotiate win-win solutions
• Ability to deal with ambiguity, tight timelines, and multiple priorities, in a fast-moving, constantly changing environment.
• Possess excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively and within established timelines.
• Critical-thinker, problem-solver who focuses on continuous improvement
• Must be legally permitted to work in Canada.

Location and other Key Details :

• This position will be based in Ottawa, Ontario.
• Hours of work are a regular 40-hour work week, Monday to Friday
• We offer competitive compensation, pension contributions, and benefits.

Voyageur Aviation Corp., is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and communities in which we live and serve. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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Job Types : Full-time, Permanent

Application question(s):

• Have you completed a Master’s Degree of Business Administration?

Education :

• Bachelor's Degree (required)

Experience :

• Project management: 10 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• P.Eng License (required)

Work Location: One location