Industrial Participation Director Thales Canada

Shape Thales Canada’s Industrial Participation agenda in hybrid Ottawa, combining defence-sector procurement expertise with executive stakeholder leadership.

As Director, Defence Industrial Cooperation and Offset Programs, you will lead end-to-end Offset commitments and relationships with customers, governments, suppliers, and subcontractors. You will influence policy, guide internal teams, develop national and multinational strategies, and support complex procurements. The position connects Thales Canada’s long-term vision with Group direction, ensuring compliance, reporting, operational efficiency, and performance across a portfolio of programs and bids. Specific focus includes SIX and LAS, with regular engagement across Business Lines, Global Business Units, and the Group Offset Committee.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain records and meaningful execution-success reporting
• Build partnerships supporting long-term ITB and IRB areas
• Serve as external stakeholder contact for Offset matters
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies
• Strengthen internal Offset policies and processes

Requirements:

• Defence contracts or procurement experience
• Degree in business, political science, law, or related field
• Demonstrated high-performing team leadership
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to secure stakeholder buy-in for new processes

Bring defence procurement leadership, policy development, and Industrial Participation knowledge to Thales Canada’s Offset portfolio.

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