Subcontracts Program Management Director

3 days ago

Brampton, Ontario, Canada MDA Full time

Job Summary

MDA Space is seeking a highly skilled Subcontracts Program Management Director to lead our subcontracts program management function. This key role will ensure successful delivery of subcontracts activities across various programs, strategic pursuits, and functional improvement activities, meeting MDA's operational and strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement a subcontracts program management framework, governance practices, methodologies, and standards.
  • Lead cross-functional Integrated Subcontracts Program Management Teams, working closely with other functional departments, to meet subcontracts program management cost, schedule, and technical performance objectives.
  • Take responsibility for the quality and value of each subcontract, participating in the subcontract intake process, collaborating with program managers, and reporting to executive staff.
  • Establish a subcontracts program management organization that effectively addresses customer requirements and incorporates internal and external sub-organizations.
  • Establish subcontracts program cost and schedule baselines, track progress using Earned Value Management methods, and develop work-around plans as required to achieve cost and schedule objectives.
  • Ensure all subcontracts program management deliverables and objectives are met through measured outcomes, including performance metrics measurement criteria.
  • Ensure subcontracts program team understands and adheres to contract scope and manage change through control board activities.
  • Conduct thorough risk and opportunity management practices, including identification, mitigation, and realization.

Requirements

  • Related bachelor's or higher degree.
  • 10+ years of work experience, with 5+ years of subcontracts program management leadership.
  • Proven experience in leading multiple subcontracts program management with multi-functional teams across programs/products.
  • Past success in a subcontract program management role, delivering large complex subcontracts with significant engineering/development activities, to various commercial and government customers.
  • Demonstrated accountability in managing $10M+ firm fixed price subcontracts.
  • Experience leading large teams to execute according to cost and schedule baselines.
  • Leading the creation of monthly/quarterly business forecasts and developing tactics to ensure execution.
  • Familiarity with cost-based (or sometimes called percent complete) revenue recognition is an asset.
  • Strong knowledge of relevant technologies, products, services, and methods.
  • Experience in space/defense industry would be an asset.
  • Professional certification in Project Management Professional (PMP), Commercial & Contracts Management, or Supply Chain Management from World Commerce & Contracting (formerly IACCM), NCMA, Supply Chain Canada, or other relevant certification would be an asset.
  • Familiarity with some or all of the following is an asset: Government of Canada's Standard Acquisition Clauses and Conditions (SACC), European Space Agency General Clauses and Conditions, Industrial and Technological Benefits (ITB), Controlled Goods Program (CGP), International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), as well as understanding of US government procurement processes (FAR/DFARS).
  • Strong financial, budgeting, and planning skills.
  • Demonstrated leadership ability, including effective communication, interpersonal, and negotiating skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and as a member of a highly performing team.
  • Ability to collaborate broadly with peers and stakeholders, internally within MDA, and with commercial/government partners and customers.
  • Result-oriented and exhibits excellent critical thinking.
  • Works well in a dynamic environment where some parameters are unknown and some change regularly.
  • Strives to provide customers/clients with personalized and efficient service.
  • Excellent verbal, written communication skills are essential to this position.

Benefits

MDA Space offers competitive compensation and benefits to its employees at all locations. As a member of the MDA Space team, you and your eligible dependents can enroll in a benefits plan that provides a comprehensive level of protection, including health care, supplemental and flexible drug plans, dental and vision benefits, disability income protection, life insurance, group retirement savings plans, and an employee assistance program.

Equal Opportunity Statement

MDA Space is an equal opportunity employer with a strong focus on diversity and inclusion. We are committed to treating all employees and candidates with respect and dignity. If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruitment process, please let us know.

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