Manager, New Program Development

Chef de service, Gestion de programmes

In your role, you will

• Develop and execute comprehensive project plans, outlining key milestones, deadlines and risks to support the entry into service of a new program
• Lead the integration and harmonization of all aspects of the development program including the technical, operational, financial, suppliers, options management, in lined with the program requirements and objectives;
• Act as the primary program focal for cross-functional stakeholders to align on the operational execution and deliverables to support program requirements and objectives;  provide regular updates, address concerns and mitigate risks
• Participate in program, engineering, customer, marketing and supplier reviews providing support and visibility to the teams, suppliers, customers and management;
• Monitor and analyze project performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions to support production readiness
• Collaborate with other program managers to provide visibility on the monthly actuals. Participate the forecast exercises, aligning cross-functional teams to ensure financial commitments are met;
• Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful project delivery within scope, budget & timeline constraints.
• Cultivate strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, partners, and suppliers to enhance the overall program performance.
• Uphold a commitment to quality, ensuring productions meet or exceed customer expectations while complying with relevant regulations and standards.

As our ideal candidate

• You have ten (10) years of program and organizational management experience within the aviation or a related industry.
• You hold a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering or a related discipline
• You are organized and have the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• You have advanced knowledge of program / project scheduling as well as business and product change management;
• You have methods/production experience and feel comfortable working closely with production to de risk/optimize and provide solutions to maintain established cycle times.
• You have strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide teams towards common objectives
• You are flexible, adaptable and can manage and lead team priorities
• You have thorough knowledge of functional responsibilities and internal processes of groups supporting new program development and business processes;
• You are pro-active, results orientated and innovative with a view for business improvement;
• You have strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence and build consensus without formal authority;
• You are able to work independently as well as within teams in a fast-paced environment with an ability to prioritize multiple personal and program level work assignments simultaneously to meet performance targets;
•  You are able to communicate in English and French (written & spoken)
• You have advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office