Senior Program Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Field Aerospace has grown to be a centre of excellence for aircraft engineering, integration, and modifications. With the ability to design, install, test, and certify all our modifications, Field Aerospace’s upgrades and solutions keep your aircraft in the air, on mission, and ready for the future.

About the Role

Field Aviation, a leader in aircraft modification and missionization, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Program Manager to take ownership of a current, high-visibility aircraft modification program . In this role, you will be responsible for the full program lifecycle — managing budget, schedule, planning, and execution while serving as the key interface with executive leadership and our customer.

This position is ideal for a hands-on, customer-facing leader who thrives on managing complex programs in regulated aerospace environments. You will not only deliver on contractual commitments but also drive continuous improvement, streamline processes, and contribute to Field Aviation’s long-term growth strategies.

Location : Mississauga, ON

Reports to : Vice President Operations

What You Will Do

Program Ownership & Execution

Meet contractual commitments including financial, technical, and schedule performance of assigned programs.

Lead day-to-day execution of aircraft modification programs, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery.

Develop, maintain, and report on integrated master schedules; identify risks and mitigation strategies.

Provide monthly status updates and program reviews for executive leadership and customer stakeholders.

Customer & Stakeholder Management

Serve as the primary interface with the customer , developing strong, trust-based relationships.

Present program priorities, milestones, and risks clearly to both customers and internal leadership.

Lead proposal and capture activities for follow-on opportunities, including contract negotiations.

Financial & Strategic Management

Drive tactical execution while ensuring alignment with Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and Long-Range Plan (LRP) goals.

Manage budgets, forecasts, and Earned Value Management (EVM) reporting to track financial health.

Lead program risk and opportunity (R&O) processes in line with financial goals.

Team Leadership

Direct cross-functional teams including Engineering, Planning, Supply Chain, Manufacturing / Operations, Quality, and Contracts.

Provide mentorship and oversight to program management staff, fostering growth and accountability.

Ensure subcontractor and vendor performance meets cost, schedule, and quality requirements.

Compliance & Quality

Ensure all program work complies with Field Aviation’s Quality Assurance Procedures and airworthiness regulations.

Lead lean and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.

Oversee program closeout and seamless transition to customer support.

What Success Looks Like (First 6 Months)

Gain full command of program scope, budget, and schedule within 60 days.

Establish and maintain a clear reporting cadence with both leadership and the customer.

Deliver accurate program status updates, highlighting risks, mitigation strategies, and financial performance.

Achieve on-time delivery of major milestones and implement at least two efficiency improvements.

Build strong, trust-based relationships with customer stakeholders and internal executives.

Qualifications You Must Have

Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of relevant program management experience .

Proven success managing large, complex aviation or aerospace programs ; aircraft modification program experience is highly desirable.

Demonstrated ability to balance technical, cost, and schedule requirements in program delivery.

Experience leading cross-functional teams across Engineering, Contracts, Finance, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Quality.

Proficiency with MS Project and financial / project tools including Earned Value Management (EVM) .

Strong communication skills with the ability to present effectively to customers and executives.

Qualifications We Prefer

PMP certification (or equivalent).

Knowledge of aircraft subsystems and modification processes.

Experience managing defense industry programs and working with multiple contract types (FAR, OTA).

Familiarity with program risk & opportunity (R&O) processes, revenue / profit recognition, and manufacturing execution.

Aviation or military background a strong asset.

Additional Requirements

Must be able to secure CGP clearance (Field will assist).

May require U.S. government licensing to work on military programs.

Why Join Field Aviation?

For over 75 years, Field Aviation has been at the forefront of aircraft modification and missionization. With operations across North America and a reputation for delivering tailored solutions, we are proud to push the boundaries of what’s possible in aerospace. Joining our team means working on programs that matter — and making an impact you can be proud of.

Physical Requirements :

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee may occasionally lift and move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Additional Notes :

Field Aviation is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or other characteristics protected by law.

• All applicants, including applicants that may work remotely, must secure CGP clearance prior to starting work for Field. Field will assist applicant in applying for CGP clearance.
• Field must be able to secure specific licenses from the U.S. government permitting the applicant to work on US government / military matters.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted. Please continue to monitor our website and apply for additional positions for which you are qualified and may be of interest to you.