Military Program Manager

CAE Inc; Saint-Laurent-de-l'Île-d'Orléans; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Group Benefits

Pension plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Health and wellness programs

Job summary

CAE Inc. is seeking a Project Manager to lead Defence & Security programs from initiation to closeout. You will oversee scope, schedule, and budget while ensuring contractual commitments and profitability are met.

You will coordinate cross-functional teams, engage with customers and subcontractors, and support proposal activities for PM, cost, schedule, and execution planning. Travel up to 25% is required.

Qualifications

• Engineering or Computer Science degree required; non-technical degrees may be considered with relevant experience.
• Eligibility to meet CGP and ITAR requirements.
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Lead one or more Defence & Security programs from initiation through closeout.
• Develop PM plans, manage WBS, schedule, and budget to meet commitments.
• Coordinate cross-functional matrix teams and subcontractors.
• Serve as primary customer contact for execution and negotiations.
• Identify opportunities for contract amendments and process improvements.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional coordination

Stakeholder management

Financial management

Education

Engineering

Job description

⠀DescriptionCAE is seeking a Project Manager to lead the successful execution of one or more Defence & Security programs. The Project Manager is responsible for overseeing projects from initiation through completion, ensuring contractual commitments, schedule requirements, operational objectives, and financial targets are achieved.Responsibilities include:Independently manage one or multiple projects from initiation through closeout.Manage financial and operational resources to fulfill contractual obligations while maintaining project profitability.Develop and execute project management plans for complex projects.Provide day-to-day leadership and coordination of cross-functional matrix teams.Support proposal development activities related to project management, cost, schedule, and execution planning.Direct one or more Defence & Security programs involving resource planning, scheduling, subcontract management, and project execution activities.Apply organizational project management policies, processes, procedures, and best practices.Share project management knowledge and best practices with colleagues.Participate in the negotiation of subcontract agreements and workshare arrangements.Address project scope, resource, or schedule challenges through effective planning and prioritization.Serve as the primary point of contact with customers regarding project execution, negotiations, and acceptance activities.Build and maintain effective relationships with customers, stakeholders, subcontractors, and internal teams.Represent customer requirements and priorities throughout the project lifecycle.Support technical, cost, and schedule planning associated with proposal activities.Develop and maintain project work breakdown structures (WBS).Identify opportunities for contract amendments that support customer requirements and project objectives.Participate in organizational initiatives and continuous improvement activities as required.Minimum QualificationsUndergraduate degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or another related technical discipline.Non-technical undergraduate degrees may be considered with relevant experience.Ability to meet requirements of the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP).Eligibility to comply with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements.Willingness and ability to travel internationally up to 25% of the time.Flexibility to collaborate with stakeholders across multiple time zones.Strong project planning, organization, and prioritization skills.Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and French.Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders simultaneously.Preferred QualificationsProject Management Professional (PMP) certification.Candidates not currently PMP certified should be willing and eligible to obtain certification within twelve months of hire.Experience leading complex projects or programs within the Defence, Aerospace, or Security sectors.Experience managing subcontractors, contract deliverables, and customer relationships.Experience working within matrix organizations and cross-functional teams.Knowledge of project financial management, budgeting, and profitability tracking.BenefitsWe’ve designed flexible policies to promote well-being and growth, based on role-specific eligibility and requirements:Flexible Group BenefitsPension planEmployee stock purchase planComprehensive health and wellness programsSupportive team and collaborative corporate cultureAbout CAEAt CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.Position TypeRegularEqual Opportunity & AccommodationsCAE is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, nationality, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by law. We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available—contact your recruiter or email [e-mail] if needed.Data PrivacyPrivacy Statement | CAEAs part of our process, we may use AI‑supported tools to help review applications, with human decision‑making at every step. CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.