Industrial and Technological Benefits (ITB) Lead

KF Aerospace; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 78,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

An aviation services provider located in Canada is seeking an ITB Lead to manage their Industrial and Technological Benefits program, ensuring compliance with federal contract obligations. This role demands strong knowledge of the aerospace sector and at least 5-7 years of relevant experience. Candidates must have excellent relationship management, communication, and analytical skills. Some travel may be required. Attractive benefits and a salary band of $78,000-$98,000 are offered.

Benefits

Health and Dental

Short & Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Pension matching plan

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Bonus program based on organizational performance

Qualifications

• 5 - 7 years of applicable experience in the Government of Canada services sector.
• Knowledge of Canada's industrial base in the aerospace and defence sector.
• Capability of obtaining Canadian security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage KF Aerospace’s ITB program for government contract obligations.
• Monitor ITB results and ensure annual reporting is completed.
• Liaise with government and other groups to discuss ITB requirements.

Skills

Relationship management skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Analytical skills

Customer-focused mindset

Education

Post Secondary Education in Business Administration or Commerce

Job description

We’re all about the craft.

KFAerospace is proud to deliver innovative aircraft services for corporate, commercial, and military customers worldwide. Launched in 1970 out of British Columbia’s beautiful city of Kelowna, KF has grown to specialize in a wide range of aviation services including maintenance and modifications, cargo operations, military pilot training and aircraft leasing. With facilities across Canada, KF is home to over 1,200 highly skilled individuals. Our passion for our craft fuels every project we touch.

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a current opportunity for an Industrial and Technological Benefits (ITB) Lead responsible for developing and managing KF Aerospace’s ITB program to fulfill KF Aerospace’s ITB obligations related to past and future Government of Canada contract awards.

This role reports to the Defence Contract Manager.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Liaise with other departments and business partners to develop our ITB and Value Proposition (VP) responses for a major procurements including: Evaluation of potential opportunities, ensuring ‘causality’ is tracked, enabling credit banking; Develop and draft our ITB Plan as part of an RFP response; Work closely with multiple supply chain management (SCM) teams, Program Management, Contracts, suppliers/subcontractors, and finance to lead the development and preparation of VP responses for new procurement opportunities within the Canadian defence sector. Upon contract award(s), compliance and reporting systems will need to be developed and implemented to enable reporting on ITB transactions to ensure compliance with our ITB commitments.
• Monitor ITB results and ensure annual reporting is completed. This includes providing training, advice and guidance on topics related to our ITB Policy.
• Meet with Innovation, Science and Economic Development (ISED) Canada, relevant interest groups, and / or other defence companies to discuss and maintain currency with ITB requirements.
• Monitor potential government and large commercial RFP releases related to KF’s aerospace business and liaise with KF’s Defence Contracts Manager to prepare an ITB Plan as part of a successful winning proposal.
• Responsible for pursuing new suppliers and relationships to attract new ITB partners.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Post Secondary Education, with Business Administration or Commerce focus
• Strong knowledge of Canada’s industrial base and capabilities in all regions, particularly in the aerospace and defence sector
• Knowledge of the federal government procurement system and other international industrial offsets programs, in particular ITB plans
• Knowledge of business ethics and compliance principles
• Highly effective relationship management skills
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• A result driven and customer focussed mind‑set and thrives on collaborating with others
• 5 - 7 years of applicable experience in the GoC services sector
• Capability of obtaining a Canadian security clearance, CGP, and ITAR clearance
• Permission to work in Canada either as a Canadian Citizen, a Permanent Resident or with a valid Work Permit (mandatory)
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally

COMPETENCIES

• Three to five years of experience with RFP development for commercial and / or government programs.
• Knowledge of the federal government procurement system and other international industrial offsets programs, in particular ITB plans
• Capable of working with diverse groups in pursuit of future contracts
• Must have solid communication, analytical and people skills, and be capable of leading and / or participating in meetings up to the most senior levels.
• Knowledge of business ethics and compliance principles
• Highly effective relationship management skills
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Demonstrated attention to detail.
• A result driven and customer focussed mind‑set and thrives on collaborating with others

BENEFITS

Full‑Time staff benefits include (but are not limited to) :

• Health and Dental
• Short & Long‑Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Health Spending Account
• Personal (Wellness) Spending Account
• Paid vacation and Personal time off
• Pension matching plan and voluntary RRSP
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Free financial advice
• A bonus program based on organizational performance

SALARY

The wage band is KF level 10, $78,000-$98,000 annually. The expertise and technical skill level of the candidate is assessed during the selection process for placement within the band. Note : The salary range maximum signifies full job knowledge.