Manager, Capture & Proposal Management - Bombardier Defense
Date: Mar 27, 2026
Location: Dorval, Québec, CA, H4S 1Y9
Company: Bombardier
When applicable, Bombardier promotes flexible and hybrid work policies.
Why join us?
At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world’s peak-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. We have been successful in setting the highest standards by putting our people at the heart of it all, and defining excellence, together.
Working at Bombardier means operating at the highest level. Every day, you are part of a team that delivers superior experiences and products, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in our industry and beyond. By prioritizing employee growth and development, we empower everyone to reach their full potential on their own terms, because the best work happens when you are free to be yourself and share your unique expertise.
Bombardier’s Benefits Program
With our employees’ well-being top of mind, we offer a comprehensive and competitive Benefits Program, which includes the following:
- Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)
- Competitive base salary
- Retirement savings plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tele Health Program
What are your contributions to the team?
- Establish capture and proposal management team to support a Bombardier Defense growth opportunity within the Defense sector.
- Define a winning strategy in conjunction with Sales to deliver a quality proposal which meets the customers’ requirements.
- Ensure that the proposal, strategy and product planning team members use the best practices and adhere to all processes.
- Provide overall leadership and coordination of internal and external stakeholders such as Programs, Engineering, Contracts, Finance, Supply Chain, Operations and subcontractors during the development stage to establish the Program strategy and build proposals;
- Implement an effective governance to ensure milestones are achieved per committed schedule and budget; including management reviews.
- Develop a set of balanced customer-focused and business-focused performance indices and lead the team in achieving these targets.
This key leadership position has responsibility for building a strong, diverse and inclusive team and supporting the professional growth of each team member.
How to thrive in this role?
- You hold a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (or related field), Science, Business or other field with significant experience in aerospace;
- You have a minimum of five (5) years of experience in aerospace;
- You have 5-10 years of experience in a business development, capture or program management. Expertise in being able to provide strategic direction on a variety of topics;
- You have solid knowledge of industry trends and competitor activity;
- You are a leader with initiative, able to mobilize and engage both your direct team and supporting teams;
- You have excellent communication skills and the ability synthesize information for executive level briefings and recommendations;
- You are able to develop and guide individuals in the production of comprehensive and compelling materials directed at engineering, operations and executive audiences;
- You are able to manage time and prioritize tasks effectively while working toward aggressive deadlines;
- Working knowledge of Bombardier's policies and processes is an asset;
- You have working knowledge of and are eligible to view and handle Canadian Controlled Goods Regulations (CGR), (International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR);
- Ability to hold a US Secret clearance would be considered an asset;
- You have prior experience in Government tender processes;
You may be required to travel domestically and internationally and work extended hours when required;
Now that you can see yourself in this role, apply and join the Bombardier Team!
Please note: You don’t need all the skills, knowledge, and experience listed to apply for this position. We’re not looking for the perfect candidate, we’re looking for great talent and passionate individuals.
Bombardier is an equal opportunity employer and encourages persons of any race, religion, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, immigration status, disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics to apply.
Job Manager, Capture & Proposal Management - Bombardier Defense
Primary Location Administrative Centre (CA)
Organization Aerospace Canada
Shift
Employee Status Regular
Requisition 12167 Manager, Capture & Proposal Management - Bombardier Defense