Director of FFLIT and Acquisition Programs - Defense Security DS Canada
Director of FFLIT and Acquisition Programs - Defense Security DS Canada
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About This Role
One CAE. Infinite Possibilities.
Shaping a better future led by technology together.
At CAE we are building the future together as one inclusive team One CAE. Our people are our creative force empowered to grow innovate and disrupt as we continuously pursue new ideas and develop advanced technologies to help make the world a safer place. As a technology company we digitize the physical world deploying simulation training and critical operations support solutions. Above all else we empower pilots airlines and defense forces to perform at their best every day and when the stakes are highest. Around the globe were everywhere customers need us to be with more than 13000 employees in more than 200 sites and training locations in over 40 countries.
Position Overview
The Director of FFLIT and Acquisition Programs reports to the Senior Director Future Aircrew Training and Acquisition Programs D&S Canada. Located in CAEs Montreal or Ottawa office the Director of FFLIT and Acquisition Programs leads a team of program managers and technical and support staff to ensure that the portfolio of projects is successfully completed on time cost scope and quality. This includes integrated training systems delivered to Government of Canada stakeholders either directly or through Prime contractors.
Job Description
Develop and lead a Joint Management Office evolving through the various phases of DNDs project approval process for the Future Fighter Leadin Training (FFLIT) program.
Develop and manage a strategic partnership framework including performance management framework basis of payment and collaboration charter for FFLIT in collaboration with DND.
Accountable for the D&S Canada P&L resulting from the Acquisition Programs which includes the overall financial performance of the programs meeting forecasted revenues profit and cash objectives.
Accountable for the delivery of all contractual projects obligations including scope schedule budget and quality to ultimately achieve customers satisfaction and the planned financial objectives of the programs
Develop and manage key customers and stakeholders relationships communications and negotiations to support project while also forging a relationship of collaboration.
Act as prime senior customer contact of CAE as necessary on project matters such as critical negotiations and significant issues and escalation.
Autonomously manage the of a portfolio guided by broad organizational strategic objectives and project management methodology.
Autonomously manage and adapt governance to supervise the projects. This includes project management budget (EAC) resourcing and objectives performance.
Increase market share and profitability by identifying business opportunities with customers to support current and recurring business expansion.
Required Skills & Experience
Bachelor degree or equivalent experience
Ten years of program/project management
Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent experience
Fifteen years experience in the defense industry and good understanding of military and aerospace markets
Significant experience in working with Government agencies and delivering products or services to the Armed Forces
High level understanding of financial management involving complex integration of systems with many subcontractors and partners
Good understanding of DND Headquarters Commands Groups especially as it relates to force generation military training and associated military standards regulations operations & requirements
Good understanding of military procurement processes and decision making
Focused on team accomplishments and ability to lead /empower others to accomplish tasks
Demonstrated ability to build open and cooperative working relationships with clients colleagues subcontractors and internal customers
Ability to make decision and to negotiate winwin solutions
Excellent oral & written communication and presentation skills
Excellent organizational skills and business acumen
Results oriented and ability to lead others in ensuring they meet deadlines
Energy and ability to invigorate others with a passion for excellence and consistently follow through on commitments
Fluency in both English and French is required
CAE offers:
An environment where your initiatives will be recognized and valued
The opportunity to work on a variety of projects on a multidisciplinary team
The possibility to work from home occasionally
Flexible schedules
Attractive employee benefits
About CAE
At CAE we equip people in critical roles with the expertise and solutions to create a safer world. As a technology company we digitalize the physical world deploying softwarebased simulation training and critical operations support solutions. Above all else we empower pilots cabin crew airlines and defence and security forces to perform at their best every day and when the stakes are the highest. Around the globe were everywhere customers need us to be with more than 13000 employees in approximately 250 sites and training locations in over 40 countries. CAE represents more than 75 years of industry firststhe highestfidelity flight and mission simulators as well as training programs powered by digital technologies. We embed sustainability in everything we do. Today and tomorrow well make sure our customers are ready for the moments that matter.
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CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.
Equal Opportunity Employer
CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race nationality colour religion sex gender indentity and expression sexual orientation disability neurodiversity veteran status age or other characteristics protected by local laws.
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Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
