Program Manager, Defense

BOMBARDIER

Bombardier Defense proudly unites expertise, innovation, and unwavering dedication to forge the future of military aviation.

We are dedicated to forging the future of military aviation by enabling persistent airborne solutions for our special missions’ customers.

Why Bombardier?

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 and much more.

What are your contributions to the team?

• Lead negotiations, proposal and commercial impact phases for contractual change management throughout the program execution.
• Support the overall program execution of assigned accounts.
• Develop and track the detailed program schedule and milestones.
• Track program requirements, scope, budget.
• Perform continuous risk management.
• Track and support Flight Test and aircraft modification.
• Track and support aircraft deliveries as required.
• Act as the face of the organization to external customers.
• Holds P&L oversight for assigned program and accountable for overall customer satisfaction.
• Achieve milestones on time and within budget, with proactive risk assessment and contingency planning.
• Has intimate knowledge of contractual requirements for assigned program and ensures timely execution and administration to remain in compliance with such requirements.
• Prepare and lead weekly Program reviews; including internal executive reviews and external customer reviews.
• Coordinate with internal resources / stakeholders such as engineering, contracts, finance and logistics during program execution.
• Manage program performance using appropriate systems and techniques. Establish and manage program key performance indices.

How to thrive in this role? Skills, knowledge & experience :

• You hold a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (or equivalent);
• You have a minimum of five (5) years of experience in program management; or equivalent experience;
• You are 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 have a strong working knowledge of Bombardier's policies and processes;
• 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 (post-Covid) 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).

Please note : You don’t need all the skills, knowledge, and experience listed for this position! We’re not looking for the perfect candidate, we’re looking for great talent and resourcefulness.

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 Program Manager, Defense

Primary Location Wichita, ADMN / MFG, Learjet

Organization Learjet Inc

Shift Day job

Employee Status Regular

Requisition 3269 Program Manager, Defense

Nearest Major Market : Wichita