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DEFENDS Program Manager

4 days ago

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada University of Alberta Careers Full time $81,469 - $135,976

This competition is open to all applicants however; internal candidates and applicants who were former employees of the University of Alberta will be given priority consideration before external candidates. Please log in to verify your internal candidate status.

This position is part of the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA).

In accordance with the Temporary Librarian, Administrative and Professional Staff Agreement, this position has a comprehensive benefits package and an annual salary range of $81,469 - $135,976. This position has an initial appointment of two years.

Location -   This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person work at North Campus, Edmonton.

Position Summary

The University of Alberta's Faculty of Engineering is seeking a Program Manager for the Dual-Use Ecosystem for Future Engineering, National Defence, and Sovereignty (DEFENDS). The successful candidate will spearhead the development and execution of an Alberta-based national defence innovation ecosystem, significantly contributing to Canada's defence autonomy and economic security.

The Program Manager will translate the overarching vision of DEFENDS into actionable, mission-based project plans. You will leverage expertise in the defence and security sector to ensure the DEFENDS platform, its partnerships, and its core facilities are strategically aligned with the critical needs of organizations within the ecosystems, including the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), the Department of National Defence, prime contractors, original equipment manufacturers, startup ventures, and small and medium enterprises.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, Faculty of Engineering, and taking strategic direction from the Executive Director, DEFENDS, this role is instrumental in accelerating the development, prototyping, and commercialization of sovereign dual-use technologies. The role involves managing a platform with a total investment of over $120 million.