Reporting to the Manager Avionics Programs, the
Program Manager will lead and oversee complex programs within our organization, along with providing support to the Avionics Programs Pipeline. The Program Manager will take a proactive approach and be responsible for coordinating multiple projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring that all projects meet budget, schedule, and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:- Lead, plan, and execute the overall strategy for multiple related projects within the Aerial Firefighter Avionics Upgrade Program.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment of program objectives.
- Oversee internal and external stakeholders to ensure the successful execution of individual projects and activities that contribute to the overall program goals.
- Manage and allocate resources effectively across the program, ensuring timely delivery and addressing potential bottlenecks.
- Identify, mitigate, and resolve risks or issues that may arise throughout the program lifecycle.
- Track program budgets, ensuring that the financials are within scope and aligned with organizational goals.
- Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, ensuring all milestones and deadlines are met.
- Ensure that the program's deliverables meet quality standards, business requirements, and stakeholder expectations.
- Provide regular program updates, including progress reports, status meetings, and data analytics to leadership teams.
- Suggest and implement process improvements across program management to drive efficiencies and better outcomes.
Skills & Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business or related field, (aviation, aerospace, avionics is preferred)
- 5+ years of experience in program management, with at least 2 years in a leadership role. (aviation, aerospace is preferred)
- PMP (Project Management Professional), PgMP, (Program Management Professional) or equivalent certification is highly preferred.
- Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact with senior management, stakeholders, and external vendors.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to drive solutions to complex challenges.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
- Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project and software (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint).
- Ability to frequently travel within Canada and internationally.
- Ability to communicate in French language is an asset.
In addition to plenty of opportunities for career growth in a stimulating work environment, De Havilland Canada offers:
- Competitive wages
- Paid vacation
- Extended health benefits (medical, dental, vision, paramedical)
- Life insurance
- RRSP/DPSP Plan
- Employee and family assistance program
At De Havilland Aircraft of Canada (DHC), we are committed to protecting our people, customers, shareholders and the public through Health & Safety Excellence. As such, it is expected that all employees maintain strict adherence to Health & Safety Policies and to perform key physical tasks of the position described in the job description and interview process. This may include but is not limited to the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions including temperature extremes, confined spaces, working at heights and with or around chemicals. Employees are expected to adhere to the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when at work which must include but is not limited to the ability to maintain a positive fit test when mask use is required.
