IPDT Leader, Bombardier Defense

Bombardier; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance plans

Retirement savings plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Bombardier is seeking a senior program leader to drive all phases of aerospace development programs from definition through delivery. You will coordinate technical, financial, and supplier activities, ensuring alignment with customer expectations and schedules.

This role requires deep program management expertise and leadership across multi-functional teams. Ideal candidates have a decade in engineering leadership within aerospace/defense, knowledge of Part 25 certification processes, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering and 10+ years of engineering leadership.
• Strong program management skills across complex aerospace projects.
• Experience with scheduling, change management, and risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of the development program from definition to delivery.
• Oversee integration of technical, operational, financial, and supplier aspects.
• Manage reviews with customers, engineering, marketing, and suppliers.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Program management

Aerospace industry knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

PLM systems

ERP systems

Job description

When applicable, Bombardier promotes flexible and hybrid work policies.

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.

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)
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program

What are your contributions to the team?

• Lead all phases of the development program, from program and technical definition to successful deliveries to our customers. This includes strategic planning, governance, organization, business management, direction, and control.
• Lead the integration and harmonization of all aspects of the development program including the technical, operational, financial, suppliers, options management, schedules / milestones and risk management, in lined with the program requirements and objectives.
• Participate in program, engineering, customer, marketing and supplier reviews providing support and visibility to the teams, suppliers, customers and management.Manage customer expectations through regular interactions and formal meetings.
• Manage the development program budget cycle and support the financial governance associated. Provide visibility on the monthly actuals. Prepare the forecast exercises, aligning cross-functional teams to ensure financial commitments are met.
• Oversee risk management and issue resolution for relevant assigned projects.
• Assist with the preparation of the annual product plan to define key strategic issues and objectives and in developing specific initiatives in support of those objectives.
• Lead the implementation in the areas of product change management, aircraft options management, mockups and simulators & training, earned value management, performance / reliability targets, as assigned.
• Extensive experience with civil and/or military certification processes, including 14 CFR Part 25, and familiarity working within an ODA.

How to thrive in this role?

• You have ten (10) years of experience with engineering technical leadership, which can include program and organizational management, within the aerospace and/or Defense industry.
• You hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline (e.g. Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace).
• You have advanced knowledge of program/project scheduling, as well as changing management processes for activities and products.
• You possess strong leadership skills with the ability to mobilize teams and foster a collaborative work environment.
• You have a deep understanding of the functional responsibilities and internal processes of teams supporting new program development, Defense projects, and business processes.
• You have advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office as well as familiarity with PLM and ERP systems, databases, and applications.
• You are proactive, results-oriented, and innovative with a focus on process improvement.
• You possess strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence and build consensus without formal authority.
• You are capable of working independently as well as in teams in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks at the individual and program level to meet performance objectives.

Bombardier is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, National, or Local Laws.

Primary Location Wichita, ADMN / MFG, Learjet

Employee Status Regular