Project Manager (D&S Canada) - Acquisition And Updates

Description The incumbent will be responsible for managing the human, financial, operational, and technical resources required to successfully execute projects, meet contractual commitments, achieve business objectives, and support customer satisfaction. Working within CAE’s Defense & Security Canada Acquisition and Updates organization, the successful candidate will lead projects across a diverse portfolio of defence and aerospace programs. Projects may span concept development, capture and proposal activities, acquisition, integration, implementation, transition to service, and long-term sustainment phases. This position offers regular exposure to senior CAE leadership, customers, government stakeholders, and industry partners while contributing to strategically important Canadian defence and aerospace programs.Key Responsibilities
Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of defence acquisition, modernization, training, sustainment, and capability development projects.Manage activities supporting aircraft fleet modernization initiatives, Ground-Based Training Systems (GBTS), training and learning solutions, aviation and operational support capabilities, digital and IM/IT solutions, infrastructure projects, and future defence acquisition initiatives.Support the development, integration, implementation, and delivery of complex operational and training capabilities in collaboration with customers, industry partners, and multidisciplinary teams.Develop and maintain project plans covering scope, schedule, cost, resources, communications, procurement, and risk management.Establish project objectives, milestones, deliverables, and performance metrics.Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, aviation and training specialists, instructional designers, digital and technology professionals, subject matter experts, subcontractors, and operational stakeholders.Manage project scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk, and requirements throughout the project lifecycle.Ensure compliance with CAE project governance processes, Project Management Reviews (PMRs), and customer requirements, and support governance reviews and decision-making forums.Manage project budgets, forecasts, revenue milestones, and overall financial performance.Provide regular reporting and presentations on project status, risks, opportunities, key performance indicators, and financial results, including support for Earned Value Management (EVM), forecasting, estimate at completion, and governance reviews.Assess and manage scope changes and their contractual, financial, and schedule impacts.Serve as a primary interface with customers and stakeholders.Provide leadership to cross-functional teams operating within a matrix organization.Support business growth activities, proposal development, project mobilization, and continuous improvement initiatives.Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field PMP certification.5 to 8 years of project management experience in defence, aerospace, training systems, engineering, technology, infrastructure, or related industries.Experience delivering complex technical, training, aviation, infrastructure, or systems integration projects.Experience managing customer‑facing projects with contractual deliverables.Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and coordinate diverse stakeholders.Strong understanding of project management disciplines, including scope, schedule, cost, risk, change, stakeholder, and requirements management.Experience managing project budgets, forecasting, financial performance, and contractual commitments on complex customer‑facing projects.Experience working within a matrix organization and collaborating with multidisciplinary technical teams.Excellent communication, presentation, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills.Strong customer focus and results orientation.Ability to obtain and maintain the required Canadian security clearance.Ability and willingness to travel as required.Preferred Qualifications
Bilingualism in English and French.Experience supporting the acquisition, development, integration, modernization, or sustainment of complex aerospace, defence, or training systems.Knowledge of simulation and training systems, instructional systems design (ISD), digital learning environments, or courseware development.Experience supporting aviation training, aircraft operations, operational support, fleet modernization, or sustainment programs.Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) and integrated master scheduling.Knowledge of Royal Canadian Air Force organizations, military aviation operations, or defence acquisition environments.Experience working with military end users, government stakeholders, and industry partners in complex program environments.Benefits
Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.Access to career mobility across multiple programs, capability areas, and leadership opportunities within a global organization.Flexible work environmentContribute to some of Canada’s most significant defence modernization and capability development programs.Work across a diverse portfolio spanning defence acquisition, training and simulation, operational capability development, digital transformation, and sustainment programs.Collaborate with military customers, government stakeholders, and industry partners on strategically important national defence initiatives.Position Type Regular Equal Opportunity & Accommodations
CAE is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, nationality, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by law. We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available - contact your recruiter or email View email address on ca.hrm.tc if needed.Data Privacy
As part of our process, we may use AI-supported tools to help review applications, with human decision-making at every step. CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.About CAE
Welcome to CAE! As a global leader in Civil Aviation and Defense & Security across 40 countries, we advance together as One CAE, fueled by thousands of passionate individuals operating in a culture where everyone can thrive. We hold ourselves accountable for building an inclusive community at every level, and our comprehensive benefits support you professionally and personally. Together, we are All For shaping a future where safety, sustainability, and inclusivity lead the way. Join us and be part of something bigger where your impact reaches beyond CAE and helps shape the world of tomorrow.
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