About This Role

As the Project Manager (PM) for the In-Service Support (ISS) Setup on the Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) program, you will support the Program Management effort for this historic multi-billion-dollar project. Sounds like something you are up for? That’s why we need you to be part of our team. Are you looking for a work environment where you can innovate, reach greater heights, and collaborate with experts from a wide range of sectors? Do you want to contribute and join CAE D&S Canada on a once in a lifetime opportunity? Come share your passion and pride with us! CAE has recently signed its workshare contract with SkyAlyne committing CAE’s position shaping the future of aircrew training in the Royal Canadian Airforce. SkyAlyne is a partnership between current RCAF pilot training providers CAE and KF Aerospace. https://skyalyne.ca/future-aircrew-training-canada/

The role we are offering you:

The PM ISS Setup is The ISS Setup PM role oversees all the ISS setup for the CAE workshare in Moose Jaw to establish the Approved Maintenance Organization (AMO) and Flight Training Organization (FTO) for both the Grob 120TP and PC-21 fleets as part of the Transition-In activities for FAcT. As such, the FAcT ISS Setup PM will need to manage requirements and delivery of all activities to establish the ISS activities for the life of the FAcT Program. This will also require the ISS Setup PM to be the CAE stakeholder representative to aircraft acquisition activities undertaken by SkyAlyne. Therefore, the ISS Setup PM will interact with key stakeholders within CAE, with SkyAlyne and the Government of Canada and other FAcT Enterprise members such as KF Aero and aircraft OEMs Grob and Pilatus as well as local suppliers.

The ISS Setup PM will be accountable for the project scope, cost, risk, schedule, and other aspects to the CAE FAcT program director through the FAcT Transition-In Manager. The ISS Setup PM will be required to brief all aspects of the project to senior management of both CAE and SkyAlyne. Additional responsibilities will include ensuring the FAcT ISS Setup activities are manage in parallel to the current NFTC Transition-Out activities. Assist and plan in the recruitment activities to be synchronized with the Industrial Technological Benefits (ITB) and Indigenous Participation Plan (IPP) commitments and stakeholders.

The PM ISS Setup will be expected to:

• Manage the planning and execution of the ISS Setup for the Moose Jaw AMO and FTO for both Grob 120TP and PC-21 fleets
• Manage stakeholders through proper reporting and communications to internal and external stakeholders with different agendas
• Define and control project scope to ensure CAE can deliver in line with agreed workshare
• Participate, produce and deliver various project governance as per CAE’s normal project and program review cycles Develop effective program documentation and briefings
• Contribute to the overall Program Integrated Master Schedule, Work Breakdown Structure, Earned Value Management System and other standard PM tools and technique

Our ideal candidate has:

• College or University degree in engineering, management or combined experience and education
• PMP or equivalent
• Defence & Security or related program experience
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office tools
• Good communication skills and ability to present complex scenarios to a wide range of audiences in both English and French
• Proven problem solver who accepts ownership and accountability
• Able to work collaboratively across organizations

Desirable Qualifications:

• Post-Grad an asset
• Prior military service an asset
• Aircraft entry into service experience an asset
• Experience working in or leading an AMO and/or FTO an asset
• Experience in PM within or dealing with the Government of Canada on programs >$100M
• Experience and/or education in Complex Program Management an asset

CAE offers:

• Benefits: fully flexible for you to choose what is important
• Retirement: Defined Benefits Retirement Plan & Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
• Financial Perks: Employee Stock Purchase Plan & numerous corporate discounts
• Personal and Family Programs: Physical Wellness Plan & Supplementary Maternity Plan
• Fun at work: social and community events all-year round!

At CAE, we are building the future together as one inclusive team, One CAE. Our people are our creative force, empowered to grow, innovate, and disrupt as we continuously pursue new ideas and develop advanced technologies to help make the world a safer place. As a technology company, we digitize the physical world, deploying simulation training and critical operations support solutions. Above all else, we empower pilots, airlines, defence and security forces to perform at their best every day and when the stakes are highest. Around the globe, we’re everywhere customers need us to be with more than 13,000 employees in more than 200 sites and training locations in over 40 countries.

Come and share your passion with us!

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Position Type

CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CAE is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. As "One CAE," we take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, Veteran status, age, or other legally protected characteristics.

If you don't see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed in the job posting, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please get in touch with us at rh-hr@cae.com.