Program Manager - Defense

Bombardier; Dorval; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Dorval, Quebec is seeking an experienced Program Manager for Defense to lead complex programs from inception to completion. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and proficiency in French. This role offers competitive benefits and the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life)

Competitive base salary

Retirement savings plan

Employee Assistance Program

Tele Health Program

Qualifications

• Over 5 years of relevant experience in program management.
• PMP certification preferred; actively working towards it considered.
• Proficiency in French is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of complex projects.
• Manage project budgets and finances.
• Effectively communicate project expectations to team members.
• Set and manage project expectations with stakeholders.
• Develop progress reports, proposals, and requirements documentation.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project leadership

Financial principles

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Job description

Overview

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

About the Role

Bombardier Defense is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead programs from inception through completion, ensuring delivery on business and financial objectives including cash flow. The Program Manager will oversee cost, schedule, and technical performance while serving as the primary customer contact, supporting contract negotiations, program reviews, and alignment on requirements. Responsibilities include developing proposals, Statements of Work (SOW), budgets, and financial terms, expanding product opportunities with customers, establishing and monitoring program milestones, resolving issues through resource allocation or contract adjustments, and directing cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, and other business units to achieve program success.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of complex projects, ensuring delivery within defined scope, timeline, budget, and aligned with stakeholder expectations.
• Effectively communicate project expectations to project team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.
• Facilitate the definition of project goals, tasks, and resource requirements; resolve or assist in the resolution of conflicts within and between projects or functional areas; develop methods to monitor project progress; and provide supervision if necessary.
• Manage project budgets/finance.
• Interact regularly with clients to determine their needs and to develop plans for delivery.
• Work cross-functionally to solve problems and implement changes.
• Present oral and written reports defining plans, problems, and resolutions to appropriate levels of management.
• Understand relationship between project and Company strategic objectives and maximize leveraging activities.
• More specifically:
  • Set and continually manage project expectations with customers, team members and other stakeholders.
  • Plan and schedule project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools, while identifying and managing dependencies and the critical path.
  • Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations.
  • Perform Risk Management and Mitigation in a pro-active fashion.
  • Perform lessons learned when required.
• Accountable for revenue and cash.

Required Capabilities

• Proven organizational, time management, and project leadership skills, with a solid understanding of financial principles.
• Strong grasp of aircraft design, integration, and manufacturing technologies.
• Skilled in coordinating cross-functional and inter-company activities (Engineering, Operations, Finance, Customer Service, etc.).
• Knowledgeable in contract terms, conditions, and subcontract management.
• Excellent communicator with strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities across all levels.
• Resilient, results-driven, and action-oriented with a commitment to seeing projects through.
• Effective under pressure and tight deadlines; comfortable taking ownership and accountability.
• Collaborative team player with demonstrated leadership aptitude.

Desired Education and Experiences

• A Bachelor\'s Degree in a related field is required, along with over 5+ years of relevant experience.
• PMP certification is preferred, candidates who are actively working towards obtaining it are also considered.
• Proficiency in French is essential.

Formation et expérience souhaitées

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: Program Manager - Defense

Primary Location: Administrative Centre (CA)

Organization: Aerospace Canada

Shift:

Employee Status: Regular

Requisition: 9652 Program Manager - Defense