Program Director, Maritime Simulation Products

1 month ago

Canada, CA CAE Inc Full time
Program Director, Maritime Simulation Products

About This Role

CAE USA is seeking a Program Director to lead a team dedicated to the execution and growth of one of our high-fidelity training product lines. This position will be the primary customer interface, regularly reporting on program performance and status.

Projects generally span multiple years and range from design and development to production and sustainment. Success in this role requires extensive knowledge and expertise in large-scale project management, scheduling, earned value management, hardware engineering, subcontract and material management, as well as cross-functional leadership. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading cost and schedule execution for a geographically dispersed team with multiple partner companies, as well as managing a customer with high expectations and requirements.

Elements of the product line and role include but are not limited to facility design, engineering, construction, and integration; large-scale training device design, production, and testing/integration; logistics, shipping, and site installation/integration. Additional responsibilities include proposal and business development activities as required to support growth.

Specific Responsibilities

  • Direct all phases of a very large and complex DoD program from initial program planning and proposal development through all phases of engineering development and production to successful product delivery and timely closeout of completed programs to ensure that all obligations are satisfied, and program documentation is properly recorded.
  • Responsible to meet program execution cost, technical, and schedule requirements as well as company financial targets.
  • Partner with supply chain management to lead/coordinate a team with multiple industrial partners, subcontractors, and a large supplier base.
  • Communicate program status, issues, risks, opportunities, and plans to internal executive management.
  • Lead the development and maintenance of the program integrated master schedule to include the internal and external milestones and phases as established by the respective program teams.
  • Ensure advanced integrated scheduling across multiple business partners provides a persistent view of the critical path. This includes developing and implementing plans and schedules to execute contracts/subcontracts. Allocate and control contract budgets for labor, material, travel, and purchased services. Report program status to executive management as required.
  • Establish and monitor adherence to program master plans and schedules, identify program problems, obtain solutions, direct allocation of resources.
  • Develop and implement corrective action plans when deviations from budgets and/or schedule are evident. Seek senior management assistance in resolving schedule and budget problems as they arise.
  • Formally identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate risk throughout the program life cycle. Obtain approvals based on thresholds prior to making decisions that will cause deterioration of established program, cost, and schedule objectives.
  • Maintain program financial forecasts, report progress to financial objectives using DOD approved earned value management and reporting system.
  • Serve as the primary interface with the customer on all matters involving contract execution. Coordinate with other departments on resolution of contractual problems with the customer. Coordinate with the contracts manager on issues pertaining to contract requirements, changes, and interpretations.
  • Ensure coordination across multiple programs and/or projects and with other product line and functional leads. Support program bid and proposal activities. Ensure that requirements of the request for proposal are met in the preparation and documentation of bids and proposals.
  • Actively seek new business and growth opportunities in coordination with business development.

Professional Experience/Qualifications

  • Minimum 15 years of program management experience or general management of large-scale maritime construction projects with P&L responsibility.
  • Bachelor's degree in Business or STEM. Master’s degree preferred.
  • Experience working on DoD projects in a Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR) environment. Understanding of requirements associated with approved Government systems (accounting, estimating, procurement, material management, and accounting, property).
  • Successful track record in managing large complex aerospace/defense programs as a prime or subcontractor with multiple industrial partners, subcontractors, and suppliers (>$100M annually program).
  • Dynamic and energetic leader that involves other team members in the decision-making and change process.
  • High-energy and self-driven individual that can “make things happen” without a large support organization to depend on daily and is a time management expert.
  • Personality style that is team-oriented and has the success of the customer, program, organization, and business as the main objective.
  • Ability to establish and clearly communicate overall program objectives, mission, vision, and strategy.
  • Experience with earned value cost accounting and reporting; experience with metrics for assessing and reporting program progress, productivity, and variance analysis.
  • Experience coordinating and working with cross-functional teams.
  • Strong communication skills to advise team members and senior management on status and/or actions.
  • Understanding of Defense Procurement Process, supporting Capture and Proposal writing activities.
  • Experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Software, JIRA/Windchill preferred.
  • Experience with Enterprise Resource Management systems integrated with demand planning.
  • Experience Integrated Product and Process Development (IPPD) or Integrated Program Management Reporting (IPMR).
  • Experience applying critical path analysis methodology (BEI, CPLI, SPI).
  • DoD Active Secret security clearance required.
  • PMI Certification preferred.

Work Environment

  • Work will be performed in an office and high bay manufacturing environment.
  • Ability to travel nationally (CONUS) frequently.

Security Responsibilities

Must comply with all company security and data protection/usage policies and procedures. Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form. Shall not divulge any information or afford access to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside the company without management approval. All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company-provided resources.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

  • Director, Cultural Leadership

    1 month ago

    Canada, CA Director File Full time

    Cultural Leadership is one of two core leadership programming areas: Indigenous Leadership and Cultural Leadership. The incumbent will work closely with the Director of Indigenous Leadership, with the other Arts disciplines at the Centre, and with the Executive Director, Leadership, to plan and design specific portfolio programs, but also cross-disciplinary...

  • Director National Accounts

    3 weeks ago

    Canada, CA Napoleon Products Full time

    Napoleon leads the way with innovative engineering, advanced manufacturing techniques, unsurpassed customer service and remarkable product quality. Our award-winning products offer a best-in-class experience for all customers’ home comfort needs. While we are proudly Canadian, Napoleon is also fortunate to operate on a world-wide scale.The warmth and...

  • Tour Director

    1 month ago

    Canada, CA Overseas Adventure Travel Full time

    Grand Circle Corporation is the largest American direct marketer for international travel, adventure and discovery for Americans aged 50 plus and have served more than 1 million travelers since 1958.Grand Circle is looking for Program Directors (Tour Directors) who are willing to take risks and challenge themselves to provide travelers with unforgettable...

  • Program Director

    1 month ago

    Canada, CA Masis Professional Group Full time

    The Program Director will report to the VP, Professional Services to provide leadership and oversight of a large, multi-year, multi-million-dollar projects to implement Insurance products and solutions. Using extensive Project management experience in the IT industry, the Program Director will establish a strong working relationship and will manage...

  • Executive Director of Educational Initiatives

    4 weeks ago

    Canada, CA Director File Full time

    Location: Flexible, with options for remote work.Industry: Non-Profit/Charitable SectorJob Type: Full-time, Contract (37.5 hours per week)Salary: Competitive, with potential bonusesBenefits: Generous vacation policy, including additional days off, cell phone, company laptop, and comprehensive health and dental coverage.Experience: Minimum of 2 years in...

  • Ocean Career: Canadian Coast Guard Maritime Search and Rescue Coordinator

    1 month ago

    Canada, CA ECO Magazine Full time

    Ocean Career: Canadian Coast Guard Maritime Search and Rescue CoordinatorPosted On August 6, 2024At the Canadian Coast Guard, you can do a lot in 24 hours. From helping people in need to protecting our oceans from pollution, we offer work experiences like no other.The Canadian Coast Guard is currently seeking a qualified Maritime Search and Rescue...

  • Production Director

    1 month ago

    Canada, CA Digital Interactive Media Full time

    We are seeking for a strategic Leader to come in and oversee the performance of the production function, and to ensure smooth and effective production systems and processes in order to support business objectives in terms of profitability and performance.Leading and driving the strategic direction of the production department.Identifying and executing...

  • Project Engineer

    1 month ago

    Canada, CA Accoravillage Full time

    Project Engineer - Maritime Infrastructure/Ingénieur de projet - Infrastructure Maritime Vous êtes ambitieux et vous cherchez à faire évoluer votre carrière ? C'est le moment idéal pour nous rejoindre. Egis connaît une croissance importante en Amérique du Nord et compte désormais plus de 1 000 ingénieurs, architectes et urbanistes à travers le...

  • Claims Adjuster, Property

    1 month ago

    Canada, CA Insurance Company Of Prince Edward Island, The Full time

    Your roleReporting to the Claims Manager, the Claims Adjuster investigates, evaluates and settles commercial and personal property claims.What you bring to the positionBilingual required (French/English)Minimum 2 years of claims adjusting experience (property)CIP designation or working towards same to meet licensing requirementsStrong oral and written...

  • Tour Director/Program Director

    1 month ago

    Canada, CA Overseas Adventure Travel Full time

    Grand Circle Corporation is the largest American direct marketer for international travel, adventure and discovery for Americans aged 50 plus and have served more than 1 million travelers since 1958.Grand Circle is looking for Program Directors (Tour Directors) who are willing to take risks and challenge themselves to provide travelers with unforgettable...

  • Tour Director/Program Director

    4 weeks ago

    Canada, CA Overseas Adventure Travel Full time

    Grand Circle Corporation is the largest American direct marketer for international travel, adventure, and discovery for Americans aged 50 plus and have served more than 1 million travelers since 1958.Grand Circle is looking for Program Directors (Tour Directors) who are willing to take risks and challenge themselves to provide travelers with unforgettable...

  • Program Director, Construction Sector Digitalization

    1 month ago

    Canada, CA Automotive and Surface Transportation Part time

    Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Organizational Unit: Construction Classification: MGT-2 Tenure: Term to 30 March 2029 Notes: Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position will require a physical presence, in the form of a hybrid work arrangement (a combination of working onsite and offsite) of four days per week...

  • Technical Art Director

    3 months ago

    Canada, CA People Can Fly Studio Full time

    Company DescriptionPeople Can Fly is one of the leading independent AAA games development studios with an international team of hundreds of talented individuals working from offices located in Poland, UK, US, and Canada, and from all over the world thanks to our remote work programs.Founded in 2002, we made our mark on the shooter genre with titles such as...

  • Director of Product Marketing

    4 weeks ago

    Canada, CA Ten Thousand Coffees Full time

    This range is provided by Ten Thousand Coffees. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay range $165,000.00/yr - $223,000.00/yr We’re Ten Thousand Coffees (10KC), the only all-in-one social learning and mentorship software focused on facilitating workplace connections and conversations...

  • Principal Director – International Programs

    1 month ago

    Canada, CA Canadian Partnership for Women and Children Full time

    Principal Director – International ProgramsUnder the responsibility of the Executive Director and as a member of the senior management team, the Principal Director – International Programs provides strategic leadership and management of Oxfam-Québec’s international programs. This role ensures the coherence, compliance, quality, and impact of programs...

  • Director, Business Development

    1 month ago

    Canada, CA NewAge Products Inc. Full time

    Headquartered in North York, ON, with employees in Canada, the US, China, and India, NewAge is an industry-leading manufacturer and distributor of premium home improvement solutions. Our products are sold through major online retailers such as Lowes, The Home Depot, Costco, Amazon, and Wayfair as well as our own e-commerce site. But what makes us unique is...

  • Director of Product Management

    1 month ago

    Canada, CA Vantage Full time

    We are looking for a detail-oriented Director of Product Management with experience managing products in retail media networks (onsite, offsite, in-store advertising) to lead the product strategy and growth of existing and exciting new products at Vantage.Responsibilities Include:Bring your competitive and industry knowledge, provide strategic direction...

  • Director/ Product Marketing

    4 weeks ago

    Canada, CA Benevity Full time

    Meet Benevity The world’s coolest companies (and their employees) use Benevity’s technology to take social action on the issues they care about. Through giving, volunteering, grantmaking, employee resource groups and micro-actions, we help most of the Fortune 100 brands build better cultures and use their power for good. We’re also one of the first B...

  • Director/Sr. Director of Clinical Operations

    1 month ago

    Canada, CA PharmaIN Full time

    Job DescriptionDirector/Sr. Director, Clinical OperationsOncology ProgramPOSITION TITLE: Director/Sr. Director, Clinical OperationsREPORTS TO: VP, Clinical OperationsPOSITION TYPE: Full-time, exempt position PharmaIN Corporation is a privately held clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering and developing innovative, peptide-based...

  • Director/Sr. Director of Clinical Operations

    1 month ago

    Canada, CA PharmaIN Full time

    Job DescriptionDirector/Sr. Director, Clinical OperationsLiver ProgramPOSITION TITLE: Director/Sr. Director, Clinical OperationsREPORTS TO: VP, Clinical OperationsPOSITION TYPE: Full-time, exempt position PharmaIN Corporation is a privately held clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering and developing innovative, peptide-based...