Research and Technology Senior Program Officer

Bombardier; Dorval; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace firm in Dorval, Quebec is seeking a Senior Program Officer for Research and Technology. The ideal candidate will have a master's degree in aeronautics and over 8 years of relevant experience, contributing to technology strategy and managing partnerships. Key skills include excellent communication, project management, and a strong knowledge of research agreements. Join a dynamic team focused on innovation and collaboration.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits program

Competitive base salary

Retirement savings plan

Employee Assistance Program

Tele Health Program

Qualifications

• More than 8 years of relevant experience in aeronautics engineering.
• Experience in multidisciplinary and technically complex projects.
• Strong knowledge of research collaboration agreements.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the evolution of technology strategy in aircraft design.
• Manage R&T budget with Finance and key stakeholders.
• Set up academic partnerships necessary for R&T objectives.

Skills

Engineering background

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team player

Fluent in English and French

Project management experience

Education

Master's degree in aeronautics

Tools

Power BI

Excel

Job description

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

Research and Technology Senior Program Officer — What are your contributions to the team?

• Contribute to the evolution of Bombardier's technology strategy in aircraft design and development, including to the Ecojet research project.
• Contribute to the management of the R&T budget with Finance, Bombardier management and other key stakeholders.
• Set up and maintain industrial and academic partnerships necessary to achieve R&T objectives.
• Elaborate project proposals including for funding agencies and contribute to management of R&T projects, interacting with collaborators, NPO, consortiums, government agency and external auditors for reporting and administrative purposes.
• Contribute to management of the portfolio of research collaboration agreements, including negotiating new agreements and managing their execution.
• Contribute to the management of the portfolio of university research projects sponsored by Bombardier.
• Deploy and improve processes and tools for the management of the R&T portfolio.
• Ensure robust governance of the R&T portfolio execution and development.
• Represent Bombardier in aerospace innovation networks.
• Interact with Bombardier management and engineering experts to achieve your mandates.
• Coordinate Bombardier’s participation in Research & Technology consortiums, as needed.

How to thrive in this role?

• You have an engineering background, preferably a master\'s degree in aeronautics.
• You have more than 8 years of relevant experience in aeronautics engineering.
• You have experience working with multidisciplinary and technically complex projects in the aeronautics industry.
• You have strong knowledge of research collaboration agreements and funding programs.
• You want to shape the future of aviation and explore multiple facets of technology development.
• You are a team player.
• You share objectives with your business partners and put people first.
• You are open-minded, curious, and look for opportunities to develop new competencies.
• You have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• You understand business priorities and manage your tasks accordingly.
• You adapt easily to a changing environment and lead change.
• You have very good communication and negotiation skills, with a diplomatic approach. You interact easily with external partners.
• You present concisely and clearly and adapt your communication to your audience.
• You work well with senior management and professionals with diverse profiles.
• You have experience in project management, particularly in engineering technology, and mastery of Power BI and Excel are strong assets.
• You are fluent in both English and French.

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

Research and Technology Senior Program Officer

Primary Location Administrative Centre (CA)

Organization Aerospace Canada

Shift Day job

Employee Status Regular

Requisition 9572 Research and Technology Senior Program Officer