Program Manager_Bombardier Defense

What are your contributions to the team?

• Lead negotiations, proposal and commercial impact phases for contractual change management throughout the program execution
• Support the overall program execution of assigned accounts
• Develop and track the detailed program schedule and milestones
• Track program requirements, scope and budget
• Perform continuous risk management
• Track and support Flight Test and aircraft modification;
• Act as the face of the organization to external customers;
• Holds P&L oversight for assigned program and accountable for overall customer satisfaction;
• Ensure milestones are achieved per committed schedule and budget – ensuring proactive risk assessment and contingency management;
• Has intimate knowledge of contractual requirements for assigned program and ensures timely execution and administration to remain in compliance with such requirements;
• Prepare and lead weekly Program reviews; including internal executive reviews and external customer reviews;
• Coordinate with internal resources/stakeholders such as engineering, contracts, finance and logistics during program execution;
• Coordinate payment/invoicing;
• Manage program performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniques. Establish and manage program key performance indices.

How to thrive in this role?

• You hold a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management or Engineering (or equivalent);
• You have a minimum of five (5) years of experience in program management; or equivalent experience;
• You are team player with initiative and excellent communication skills;
• You have excellent customer-facing skills and experience are required;
• You have the ability to effectively negotiate in-line with business objectives;
• You are able to manage time and prioritize tasks effectively while working toward aggressive deadlines;
• You have a strong working knowledge of Bombardier's policies and processes;
• You have experience interfacing with operations.
• You have a strong technical knowledge of aircraft, aircraft systems and special mission equipment;
• You have knowledge of CGR, ITAR and previous experience in government and military flight operations exposure would be considered an asset;
• You may be required to travel (post-Covid) and work extended hours when required;
• You are eligible to view and handle CGR material as well as be able to obtain a USG DoD security clearance (as required).