Technical Project Manager

MMIST; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Technical Project Manager to lead innovative projects in precision aerial delivery systems. This exciting role involves overseeing multiple projects, developing comprehensive project plans, and collaborating with engineering teams to ensure successful delivery. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in aerospace or engineering, along with project management certification. Join this forward-thinking company and contribute to groundbreaking advancements in technology while working in a supportive and inclusive environment. If you're ready to drive projects forward and make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Engineering, or related field required.
• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP, Prince2, etc.) is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple projects ensuring successful delivery aligned with objectives.
• Develop project plans covering scope, schedule, and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with teams to execute the project plan on budget and on time.

Skills

Project Management

Technical Communication

Budget Management

Risk Assessment

Process Improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Engineering

Certified Project Management Professional (PMP, Prince2)

Job description

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Position Details:
18 Month Term
Ottawa, ON

Company Overview:
Mist Mobility Integrated Systems Technology specializes in precision aerial delivery and recovery systems, including GPS-guided parafoils, Space Recovery Systems, LaunchPADS Multi-Mission Manager, SkyLink Parachutist Navigation and Situational Awareness System, and other support equipment. We are committed to innovation and excellence, trusted by military and commercial customers worldwide. We are seeking a Technical Project Manager to join our team in Ottawa on an 18-month contract.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee multiple projects, ensuring successful delivery aligned with contractual obligations or internal objectives.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, covering scope, schedule, critical paths, and resource allocation.
• Serve as the primary technical contact for customers during program development.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, senior management, and engineering teams to execute the project plan, ensuring it stays on budget, meets deadlines, and fulfills contractual requirements.
• Prepare project management bids for development initiatives.
• Create the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and coordinate bid inputs from the engineering team.
• Support schedule creation and cost estimation, providing backup data as needed.
• Track, report, and analyze earned value metrics to assess project performance.
• Recommend staffing or schedule adjustments based on performance metrics.
• Lead or support proposal efforts, coordinating inputs from project engineers.
• Understand project fit within broader development efforts and define strategic plans.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to identify process improvements and update documentation.
• Assist product managers in coordinating with engineering teams to ensure timely task execution.
• Support finance team with project reporting and analysis.
• Work with quality team to address audit findings and identify improvement opportunities.
• Liaise with subcontractors on outsourcing and manufacturing decisions.
• Lead integration activities related to gap assessments and reporting.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Engineering, or related field, or Military Experience, or equivalent.
• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP, Prince2, etc.).
• Experience in an electro-mechanical product engineering setting.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001:2000 and/or AS9100 standards.
• Ability to drive projects forward despite ambiguity.
• Willingness to travel 10-15%.

Additional Information:

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and security screening. MMIST values diversity and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.