Projects & Obsolescence Lead

Dehavilland; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada is seeking a Projects & Obsolescence Lead in Calgary. The successful candidate will manage a portfolio of obsolescence issues, coordinate cross-functional projects, and contribute to strategic improvement efforts. This role requires project management expertise and a background in aerospace, offering competitive compensation and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience with De Havilland aircraft is a plus.
• Experience in Obsolescence Management is an asset.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage cross-functional projects, ensuring quality and budget compliance.
• Analyze data and develop project-related recommendations.
• Prepare project reports and lead cross-functional meetings.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal Skills

Critical Thinking

Time Management

Education

Undergraduate or Master’s degree in Engineering or Science

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

MS-Project

Job description

Posted Monday, December 2, 2024 at 7 : 00 AM | Expired Friday, December 6, 2024 at 6 : 59 AM

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (DHC) is a storied name in the aerospace industry, recognized worldwide for its pioneering contributions to aviation and its unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and reliability. Headquartered in Calgary, AB, DHC currently has approximately 1,400 employees across British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario, as well as in markets and distribution hubs worldwide.

Established in 1928, De Havilland Canada has a rich history marked by the development of some of the most iconic and versatile aircraft ever built. These aircraft have served a variety of roles—from bush flying to commercial aviation—and are celebrated for their rugged durability, operational versatility, and excellence in performance.

Today, we are more than just an aircraft manufacturer; we are a comprehensive aerospace company with capabilities that span design, production, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services. Our operations are supported by a team of skilled engineers, technicians, and industry professionals who are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of craftsmanship and innovation.

Position Summary

The Projects & Obsolescence Lead reports to the Manager, Obsolescence, and is responsible for the ownership and management of a significant portfolio of known obsolescence issues affecting the fleet. The Projects & Obsolescence Lead will work closely with other internal departments in the areas of Engineering, Supply Chain, Aftermarket / Customer Service, Commercial Programs, and the Executive leadership.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage and lead cross-functional projects within schedule, budget, and quality to support aftermarket activities and customer operations.
• Evaluate, develop, and implement project plans, and monitor project action plans; maintain project schedules, time and cost objectives and report regularly on progress; analyze potential risks and assist with the development of risk management recommendations.
• Influence internal team to achieve targeted results, problem-solve issues and recommend solutions.
• Monitor and prioritize activities; formulate process and assess progress against goals and objectives.
• Assist in the development and recommendation of overall strategies for obsolescence management.
• Analyze data and identify opportunities for project-related issue resolution; develop and present recommendations based on the analysis.
• Support the planning of project budgets, recommend the allocation of financial resources to specific projects, and make logistical arrangements to maximize the effectiveness of the cross-functional project team.
• Lead project meetings and attend organizational and strategy meetings.
• Represent Corporate Operations, DHC customers, and the obsolescence projects in interdepartmental obsolescence team meetings.
• Provide advice and information, guidance, and technical assistance in the validation, categorization, and prioritization of obsolescence issues.
• Prepare reports, decks, briefings, and present results of findings for project-related issues to inform stakeholders and facilitate decision making.
• Drive the project stakeholders to deliver the required inputs efficiently and steer the execution of the prioritized items first.
• Ensure application of professional standards and company processes are followed in accomplishing work activities.
• Always represent De Havilland in a professional and courteous manner in every interaction, both internally and externally with customers, suppliers, and contractors.
• Actively contribute to improve existing processes and support current DHC continuous improvement activities.

Education and Professional Qualifications

• Undergraduate or Master’s degree in engineering, or science, preferably Aerospace related, or equivalent experience.
• Project Management experience in an Aerospace related environment is required.
• Experience in Obsolescence Management is considered a distinct asset.
• Experience with De Havilland aircraft is considered an asset.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred.
• Previous experience managing multiple projects in a fast-paced work environment is required.
• The ideal candidate has experience leading cross-functional teams to accomplish project goals and deliverables.
• Experience in or understanding of aerospace certification requirements.
• Experience in a manufacturing and production environment.
• Understanding of Obsolescence challenges in the Aerospace industry, including the impact on customer operations, aftermarket sales and commercial development.
• Thorough knowledge of theories, principles, and practices of project management.
• Result-oriented, the ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments, manages through ambiguity and complexity, and contributes to the development of governance systems for projects, including cadence of meetings, scorecard / metrics, and flow of information.
• Experience holding individuals accountable inside and outside the organization.
• Some occasional travel both domestically and internationally will be required therefore the successful candidate will be required to maintain any prerequisites and / or criteria to carry out travel legally.

Skills

• Thorough technical knowledge of project management technical tools.
• Excellent ability to communicate a strategy using PowerPoint and to work with Excel and MS-Project.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, in clear and concise manner to multiple stakeholders, ensuring specific milestones for each project are set and met by each stakeholder.
• Demonstrated strong negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships and work effectively with people at all organizational levels.
• Can connect concepts to tactical execution.
• Critical thinker who can navigate complex, unclear situations and processes.
• Excellent project management, organizational, customer service and time management skills, foresight, accuracy and commitment to objectives and responsibilities.
• Ability to work as part of a team or individually.
• Candidate must be self-motivated, autonomous and enthusiastic, have excellent human relations skills and be willing to travel.
• Candidate must be open, hardworking, and able to drive themselves and project stakeholders to deliver on time and within budget.