Program Manager - Defense Job at Bombardier (Dorval)

Program Manager - Defense

Bombardier Defense is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead programs fr...

Location

Canada , Dorval

Salary:

Not provided

Bombardier

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven organizational, time management, and project leadership skills
Solid understanding of financial principles
Strong grasp of aircraft design, integration, and manufacturing technologies
Skilled in coordinating cross-functional and inter-company activities (Engineering, Operations, Finance, Customer Service, etc.)
Knowledgeable in contract terms, conditions, and subcontract management
Excellent communicator with strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities across all levels
Resilient, results-driven, and action-oriented with a commitment to seeing projects through
Effective under pressure and tight deadlines
Comfortable taking ownership and accountability
Collaborative team player with demonstrated leadership aptitude

Job Responsibility

Lead the planning and execution of complex projects, ensuring delivery within defined scope, timeline, budget, and aligned with stakeholder expectations
Effectively communicate project expectations to project team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion
Facilitate the definition of project goals, tasks, and resource requirements
Resolve or assist in the resolution of conflicts within and between projects or functional areas
Develop methods to monitor project progress
Provide supervision if necessary
Manage project budgets/finance
Interact regularly with clients to determine their needs and to develop plans for delivery
Work cross-functionally to solve problems and implement changes
Present oral and written reports defining plans, problems, and resolutions to appropriate levels of management

What we offer

Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)
Competitive base salary
Retirement savings plan
Employee Assistance Program
Tele Health Program

Fulltime

Program Manager, Defense

At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world’s peak-performing aircraf...

Location

United States , Wichita

Salary:

Not provided

Bombardier

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (or equivalent)
minimum of five (5) years of experience in program management or equivalent experience
team player with initiative and excellent communication skills
excellent customer-facing skills and experience
ability to effectively negotiate in-line with business objectives
able to manage time and prioritize tasks effectively while working toward aggressive deadlines
strong working knowledge of Bombardier's policies and processes
experience interfacing with operations
strong technical knowledge of aircraft, aircraft systems and special mission equipment
eligible to view and handle CGR material as well as be able to obtain a NATO Secret security clearance (as required)

Job Responsibility

Leads negotiations, proposal and commercial impact phases for contractual change management throughout the program execution
Support the overall program execution of assigned accounts: Develop and track the detailed program schedule and milestones
Track program requirements, scope, budget
Perform continuous risk management
Track and support Flight Test and aircraft modification
Track and support aircraft deliveries as required
Act as the face of the organization to external customers
Holds P&L oversight for assigned program and accountable for overall customer satisfaction
Ensure milestones are achieved per committed schedule and budget – ensuring proactive risk assessment and contingency management
Has intimate knowledge of contractual requirements for assigned program and ensures timely execution and administration to remain in compliance with such requirements

What we offer

Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)
Competitive base salary
Retirement savings plan
Employee Assistance Program
Tele Health Program

Fulltime

Manager, Program Management - Defense

Bombardier Defense proudly unites expertise, innovation, and unwavering dedicati...

Location

Canada , Dorval; Mississauga

Salary:

Not provided

Bombardier

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (or equivalent)
Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in program management
Demonstrated responsibility in program management and execution
Team player with initiative and excellent communication skills
Strong customer-facing skills and experience
Ability to effectively negotiate in-line with business objectives
Demonstrated ability to build strong business relationships and credibility
Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks effectively while working toward aggressive deadlines
Strong working knowledge of Bombardier's policies and processes
Strong technical knowledge of aircraft, aircraft systems and special mission equipment

Job Responsibility

Lead and manage a team of program managers to drive the execution of key multi-million/multi-year BSA programs
Track and ensure for program requirements, scope, budget
Track and ensure for the detailed program schedules and milestones
Perform continuous risk management
Act as the face of the organization to external customers for escalation issues
Holds P&L oversight for assigned programs and is accountable for overall customer satisfaction and building strong external business relationships
Provides direct oversight during the negotiation, proposal and commercial impact phases for contractual change management throughout the program execution
Direct work to achieve milestones per committed schedule and budget – ensuring proactive risk assessment and contingency management
Has intimate knowledge of contractual requirements for assigned programs and ensures timely execution and administration of programs to remain in compliance with such requirements
Establish a strong governance for weekly Program reviews

What we offer

Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)
Competitive base salary
Retirement savings plan
Employee Assistance Program
Tele Health Program

Fulltime

Proposal Manager, Defense

Bombardier Defense offers something unique, combining Bombardier’s portfolio of ...

Location

Canada , Dorval

Salary:

Not provided

Bombardier

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum of five (5) to eight (8) years of experience in engineering or technical program management in the aerospace field
Minimum of five (5) years of experience in proposal and/or project management
Team player with initiative and excellent communication skills
Excellent customer-facing skills and experience are required
Ability to effectively negotiate in-line with business objectives
Able to manage time and prioritize tasks effectively while working toward aggressive deadlines
Fluent in French and English, both written and spoken
Strong technical knowledge of aircraft, aircraft systems and special mission equipment
Eligible to view and handle CGR material as well as be able to obtain a NATO Secret security clearance (as required)

Job Responsibility

Manage internal and/or external resources and stakeholders such as engineering, contracts, finance, procurement or subcontractors during Proposal stage to establish Program strategy and build Proposal
Plan overall initial program framework, budget and schedule
Plan meetings or technical reviews with customer prior to submittal of final proposal
Plan the path to final proposal schedule to meet required timelines
Prepare technical presentations for Customers showcasing Bombardier aircraft and Bombardier Defense capabilities
Prepare, support and organize Customer meetings and/or visits
Prepare customer Proposals for modification programs and/or engineering support activities
Develop and/or manage statements of work (SOW) and technical statements of requirements (TSOR) relating to aircraft modification and/or special mission engineering services
Coordinate, in conjunction with sales, the overall strategy for bid response
including identifying winning conditions

What we offer

Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)
Competitive base salary
Retirement savings plan
Employee Assistance Program
Tele Health Program

Fulltime

Lead Program Manager

SDD is seeking a Lead Program Manager to join our growing technology company in ...

Location

United States , Woburn

Salary:

140000.00 - 193000.00 USD / Year

STR

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Active Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain and retain a Top Secret (TS) security clearance with SCI/SAP eligibility
U.S. citizenship
Bachelor’s degree
Minimum of 7 years of prior relevant experience in program management
Experience managing projects for the Department of Defense
Skills and experience in the use of tools to aid in program management
Strong presentation and organization skills

Job Responsibility

Management/oversight of program schedule and budget
Work in partnership with program principal investigator on planning, execution, and delivery
Identification of risks and development of mitigation plans
Coordinate across functional capabilities to maximize outcomes
Communicate effectively with stakeholders
Effectively execute multiple programs
Provide expertise in proposal development
Create subcontractor statements of work and manage/track subcontractors
Create and maintain an environment that fosters collaboration
Understanding of customer/operational need

Fulltime

Senior Program Manager

You are a strategic operator with deep program leadership experience and a passi...

Location

United States , Boston

Salary:

Not provided

Merlin Labs

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

8 + years of experience in program or project leadership roles, ideally within aerospace, defense, or high-stakes dual-use technologies
Proven success leading complex programs involving cross-functional teams and technical integration
Demonstrated ability to work closely with military customers and operational users, with a deep understanding of their constraints, language, and expectations
Strong understanding of program lifecycle from capture to delivery, including contract structuring, CDRLs, SOWs, and earned value metrics
Strong systems thinking and technical curiosity
Exceptional listening, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build alignment between customers and internal teams
Ability to context switch between strategy, execution, and team dynamics across multiple efforts
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance

Job Responsibility

Own and lead a portfolio of government and defense programs, spanning autonomy integration, flight test, certification, and operational fielding
Drive program strategy and execution across multiple internal and external teams—including engineering, product, test, supply chain, and business development
Serve as the senior point of contact for customer engagements, program reviews, and critical milestones. Build trust and deliver with high accountability
Understand and interpret military customer needs and operator use cases, shaping internal roadmaps and priorities to align with mission success
Translate operator feedback and requirements into clear, actionable deliverables for engineering and test teams
Develop and manage integrated master schedules, financial plans, and program baselines across multiple workstreams
Identify and mitigate cross-program risks, resource constraints, and bottlenecks before they impact delivery
Contribute to and help lead capture activities, proposals, and new opportunity shaping alongside technical and business teams
Build and institutionalize execution processes and artifacts that scale as our portfolio grows (e.g., WBS frameworks, program rhythms, status reporting)
Provide mentorship and leadership across the broader program management organization

What we offer

Catered lunches
Snacks
Beverages including coffee and tea
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Unlimited vacation
401k with match

Fulltime

Technical Program Manager

You are a mission-driven builder who thrives at the intersection of technology, ...

Location

United States , Boston

Salary:

Not provided

Merlin Labs

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field
5+ years of experience managing complex technical programs—ideally within aerospace, defense, or autonomy
Demonstrated success delivering integrated hardware-software systems under high accountability
Technical fluency—you can engage deeply with engineers and recognize risks and tradeoffs
Expert-level project management skills—tools, methods, and the ability to bring order to chaos
Strong communicator—able to engage diverse technical and non-technical audiences
Proven ability to work within dynamic environments and adapt to evolving priorities
Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance

Job Responsibility

Own delivery of complex, cross-functional aerospace and defense programs—spanning autonomy development, flight test, integration, and certification
Drive technical execution rhythms across engineering, systems integration, certification, flight test, and business stakeholders
Serve as the central point of coordination for internal teams, subcontractors, and government customers—ensuring alignment, transparency, and trust
Define and maintain detailed program plans, including scope, milestones, dependencies, and risk mitigation strategies
Identify blockers early and drive resolution through structured problem-solving and escalation
Shape and manage program scopes and deliverables in alignment with contractual, technical, and business objectives
Support capture and proposal efforts by developing cost estimates, technical inputs, and schedules
Lead stakeholder communications—from internal reviews to formal customer engagements and milestone briefings
Build scalable processes and tools that improve execution velocity and visibility across projects
Travel up to 25% to support key integration events, flight test campaigns, and customer engagements

What we offer

Catered lunches
Snacks
Beverages including coffee and tea
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Unlimited vacation
401k with match

Fulltime

Principal Program Manager

As a Principal Program Manager (PM) in the SET group, we are looking for a leade...

Location

United States , Woburn

Salary:

187000.00 - 257000.00 USD / Year

STR

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Active Top Secret Clearance Required with SCI eligibility, for which U.S. citizenship is needed by U.S. Government
Bachelor’s Degree and minimum of 15 years of prior relevant experience working with Government contracts or program management of research and development programs
Experience in managing technical projects, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) definition, schedule generation, financial analysis/reporting, and resource management
Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
Successful experience in leading and managing multi-discipline teams and mentoring less experienced staff
Strong presentation and organizational skills
Ability to travel up to 25% as needed

Job Responsibility

Lead a portfolio of research and development programs, specifically focused on delivering advanced algorithm and software solutions for the Intelligence Community and Department of Defense
Managing all program phases, from marketing and business capture to all phases of contract execution
Work closely with Government customers, support organizations, and transition partners to ensure the success of each program
Collaborate with business operations, security and IT functions to enable successful program execution
Collaborate across technology and solution divisions across the company to provide complete solutions to customer needs

Fulltime

Program Manager - Defense

Bombardier

Location:
Canada , Dorval

Category:
IT - Administration

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Posted:
January 10, 2026

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