Project Manager (D&S Canada) - Acquisition and Updates

CAE Inc; Saint-Laurent-de-l'Île-d'Orléans; Sur place; CAD 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

CAE Inc. is seeking an accomplished project manager to lead defence acquisition, modernization, training, and sustainment programs in Canada.

You will plan, execute, and deliver complex projects across aircraft modernization, GBTS, and information systems while coordinating engineers, instructional designers, and stakeholders. The role emphasizes cross‑functional leadership, adherence to PM governance, earned value management, budgeting, forecasting, and customer interface.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• PMP certification or equivalent.
• 5–8 years of project management experience in defence, aerospace, training systems, engineering, technology, infrastructure, or related industries.
• Experience delivering complex technical, training, aviation, infrastructure, or systems integration projects.
• Experience managing customer-facing projects with contractual deliverables.

Responsabilités

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of defence acquisition and modernization projects.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across engineering, training, and digital domains.
• Develop project plans covering scope, schedule, cost, resources, and risk.
• Monitor performance with KPIs, budgets, forecasts, and EVM support.
• Interface with customers and stakeholders on governance reviews and decisions.
• Support proposal development and business growth activities.

Connaissances

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Leadership

Negotiation

Risk management

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

PMP certification

Outils

Earned Value Management (EVM)

Description du poste

⠀DescriptionThe incumbent will be responsible for managing the human, financial, operational, and technical resources required to successfully execute projects, meet contractual commitments, achieve business objectives, and support customer satisfaction.Working within CAE’s Defense & Security Canada Acquisition and Updates organization, the successful candidate will lead projects across a diverse portfolio of defence and aerospace programs.Projects may span concept development, capture and proposal activities, acquisition, integration, implementation, transition to service, and long-term sustainment phases.This position offers regular exposure to senior CAE leadership, customers, government stakeholders, and industry partners while contributing to strategically important Canadian defence and aerospace programs.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the planning, execution, and delivery of defence acquisition, modernization, training, sustainment, and capability development projects.Manage activities supporting aircraft fleet modernization initiatives, Ground-Based Training Systems (GBTS), training and learning solutions, aviation and operational support capabilities, digital and IM/IT solutions, infrastructure projects, and future defence acquisition initiatives.Support the development, integration, implementation, and delivery of complex operational and training capabilities in collaboration with customers, industry partners, and multidisciplinary teams.Develop and maintain project plans covering scope, schedule, cost, resources, communications, procurement, and risk management.Establish project objectives, milestones, deliverables, and performance metrics.Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, aviation and training specialists, instructional designers, digital and technology professionals, subject matter experts, subcontractors, and operational stakeholders.Manage project scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk, and requirements throughout the project lifecycle.Ensure compliance with CAE project governance processes, Project Management Reviews (PMRs), and customer requirements, and support governance reviews and decision-making forums.Manage project budgets, forecasts, revenue milestones, and overall financial performance.Provide regular reporting and presentations on project status, risks, opportunities, key performance indicators, and financial results, including support for Earned Value Management (EVM), forecasting, estimate at completion, and governance reviews.Assess and manage scope changes and their contractual, financial, and schedule impacts.Serve as a primary interface with customers and stakeholders.Provide leadership to cross-functional teams operating within a matrix organization.Support business growth activities, proposal development, project mobilization, and continuous improvement initiatives.Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree in a relevant fieldPMP certification.5 to 8 years of project management experience in defence, aerospace, training systems, engineering, technology, infrastructure, or related industries.Experience delivering complex technical, training, aviation, infrastructure, or systems integration projects.Experience managing customer-facing projects with contractual deliverables.Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and coordinate diverse stakeholders.Strong understanding of project management disciplines, including scope, schedule, cost, risk, change, stakeholder, and requirements management.Experience managing project budgets, forecasting, financial performance, and contractual commitments on complex customer-facing projects.Experience working within a matrix organization and collaborating with multidisciplinary technical teams.Excellent communication, presentation, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills.Strong customer focus and results orientation.Ability to obtain and maintain the required Canadian security clearance.Ability and willingness to travel as required.Preferred QualificationsBilingualism in English and French.Experience supporting the acquisition, development, integration, modernization, or sustainment of complex aerospace, defence, or training systems.Knowledge of simulation and training systems, instructional systems design (ISD), digital learning environments, or courseware development.Experience supporting aviation training, aircraft operations, operational support, fleet modernization, or sustainment programs.Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) and integrated master scheduling.Knowledge of Royal Canadian Air Force organizations, military aviation operations, or defence acquisition environments.Experience working with military end users, government stakeholders, and industry partners in complex program environments.BenefitsCompetitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.Access to career mobility across multiple programs, capability areas, and leadership opportunities within a global organization.Flexible work environmentContribute to some of Canada’s most significant defence modernization and capability development programs.Work across a diverse portfolio spanning defence acquisition, training and simulation, operational capability development, digital transformation, and sustainment programs.Collaborate with military customers, government stakeholders, and industry partners on strategically important national defence initiatives.About 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.Stay informed about recruitment scams. Learn how to identify legitimate CAE communications and avoid fraudulent offers. [Learn more ]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.