Program Manager

2 weeks ago

Brampton, Canada MDA Full time

Job Details

Description

Company Overview

Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space (TSX:MDA) is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry. A robotics, satellite systems and geointelligence pioneer with a 55-year+ story of world firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration and infrastructure.

The MDA Space team of more than 3,000 space experts in Canada, the US and the UK has the knowledge and know-how to turn an audacious customer vision into an achievable mission – bringing to bear a one-of-a-kind mix of experience, engineering excellence and wide-eyed wonder that’s been in our DNA since day one. 

For those who dream big and push boundaries on the ground and in the stars to change the world for the better, we’ll take you there.


The Position

We are on the hunt for a Program Manager to join the Robotics & Space Operations team at our Brampton office with an emphasis on subcontract management.

As our Program Manager, you will manage programs for domestic and international customers that include opportunities related to new R&D, servicing the International Space Station, commercial space companies and deep space exploration.

The majority of programs are fixed price in nature.

In this role you will identify and manage customer and program risks and opportunities including prioritization, mitigation, escalation, and resolution Negotiate, discuss and reach an agreement with the customer with respect to the key requirements and objectives of the program

Responsibilities:

Lead multi-disciplinary program teams to meet technical, schedule and cost requirements overseeing initiation and execution of key program subcontracts. Identify and manage customer and program risks and opportunities including prioritization, mitigation, escalation, and resolution Negotiate, discuss and reach an agreement with the customer with respect to the key requirements and objectives of the program Maintain hands-on control of the program through a process of regular program reviews, design reviews and audits, staff meetings and other program meetings Maintain program visibility at the customer level through regular technical, management, and progress meetings. Liaise with customers to maintain effective relationships to instill and enhance the customer’s confidence in MDA’s quality systems and products Develop/maintain a cadre of capable subcontractors and suppliers in conjunction with the supply chain that will ensure meeting supply requirements throughout the life of the program Develop and maintain close working relationships with Quality Assurance, Finance, Project Planning and Control, Contracts, Engineering and Manufacturing and New Business Demonstrate leadership across the organization; promoting common core values

Experience:

Minimum 5 years Program Management experience is mandatory, including leading multi-disciplinary teams Working in medium - Large sized enterprises Minimum 5 years direct experience in design and development of space flight, military or other safety/mission-critical hardware and/or software Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent, in engineering or technical field Experience in initiation and oversight of subcontracts, including preparation of Statements of Work, monitoring and control of subcontracts dealing with design & development, manufacture, assembly, integration and test, operations, and/or maintenance of subsystems Strong knowledge of program management best practices along with experience with MS Project, earned value methodology, negotiations, risk management, contract management, subcontract management, financials and ITAR regulations Areas of specific knowledge that are desired include: electro-optic and opto-mechanical systems for cameras and laser range finders, safety-critical space, aerospace, military applications, systems engineering, embedded systems, software, simulations, mission operations Experience with government space agency programs Great interpersonal skills Team player demonstrating a high level of integrity Excellent written and verbal communication skills Conflict management skills in a multi-disciplinary environment Results-oriented and exhibits excellent critical thinking Strives to provide customers/clients with personalized and efficient service Ability to cope with significant workload peaks Ability to travel as required

Comments/Special Considerations:

Successful candidates must obtain and hold security clearance at the reliability status level, and pass security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program (CGP) and ITAR .

We’re a dream team of purpose-driven, collaborative and passionate people, and we are constantly looking for others to join #TeamMDA to ignite new and innovative approaches to problem-solving that push us forward to improve life on and above Earth. If you’re excited to expand our place in space and driven to inspire the next generation, we’ll take you there.

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