Proposal Manager, Defense

When applicable, Bombardier promotes flexible and hybrid work policies.

Why join us?

Bombardier Defense offers something unique, combining Bombardier’s portfolio of top-performing Challenger and Global aircraft with unparalleled engineering and maintenance expertise to create custom solutions. Known for its collaborative and flexible approach, Bombardier Defense builds long-term partnerships with governments and militaries, as well as joining forces with the world’s most advanced mission system providers. Driven by a rich history of innovation, we are shaping the defense solutions of the future.

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

What are your contributions to the team?

• Manage internal and/or external resources and stakeholders such as engineering, contracts, finance, procurement or subcontractors during Proposal stage to establish Program strategy and build Proposal;
• Plan overall initial program framework, budget and schedule;
• Plan meetings or technical reviews with customer prior to submittal of final proposal;
• Plan the path to final proposal schedule to meet required timelines;
• Prepare technical presentations for Customers showcasing Bombardier aircraft and Bombardier Defense capabilities.
• Prepare, support and organize Customer meetings and/or visits.
• Prepare customer Proposals for modification programs and/or engineering support activities;
• Develop and/or manage statements of work (SOW) and technical statements of requirements (TSOR) relating to aircraft modification and/or special mission engineering services;
• Coordinate, in conjunction with sales, the overall strategy for bid response; including identifying winning conditions.
• Prepare management reviews and obtain management approvals through established processes and Bombardier policies

How to thrive in this role?

• You have a minimum of five (5) to eight (8) years of experience in engineering or technical program management in the aerospace field;
• You have a minimum of five (5) years of experience in proposal and/or project management;
• You are a team player with initiative and excellent communication skills;
• You have excellent customer-facing skills and experience are required;
• You have the ability to effectively negotiate in-line with business objectives;
• You are able to manage time and prioritize tasks effectively while working toward aggressive deadlines;
• You are fluent in French and English, both written and spoken;
• You have a strong technical knowledge of aircraft, aircraft systems and special mission equipment;
• You have knowledge of CGR, ITAR and previous experience in government and military flight operations exposure would be considered an asset;
• You may be required to travel and work extended hours when required;

You are eligible to view and handle CGR material as well as be able to obtain a NATO Secret security clearance (as required).

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 Proposal Manager, Defense

Primary Location Administrative Centre (CA)

Organization Aerospace Canada

Shift

Employee Status Regular

Requisition 9575 Proposal Manager, Defense