Program Manager, Senior - Aerospace and Defense

Senior Program Manager - Aerospace and Defense

As a Sr. Program Manager at our Mississauga ON facility, you be responsible for the administrative management of all phases of large, complex programs including their organization, planning, direction, control and reporting of same, from order acceptance to contract closeout. Also, you will be responsible for acquiring additional program business.

Location: Mississauga, ON

Salary: $130,000 - $155,000

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in Ontario. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

We Take Care of Our People

RRSP with Employer Match I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Competitive Pay I Referral Program I  Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Curtiss-Wright invests in the development, recruitment, and retention of critical skills as part of its model for business success. We offer a competitive wage, a comprehensive benefit package, RRSP, tuition reimbursement, and paid vacation/holidays.

Your Challenge:

• Leading multi-disciplinary teams in a matrix organization for work performed on contracts (development, NPI, production, Integration and Test) and ensuring that the various outputs are timely, complete and as per the terms and conditions.

• Identify and manage program risks and opportunities and implement mitigation plans

• Maintaining regular contact with internal and external customers and developing productive relationships while communicating on matters concerning program status, technical requirements, contract deliverables, and changes of scope

• Creating technical and management reports, with the assistance of other departments, and submitting them to customers

• Working closely with all departments to help achieve overall company objectives through teamwork and continuous improvement.

• Ensure all work is performed according to the Quality Management System (QMS)

What You Bring:

• As the company's primary contact with customers, exceptional written and oral communication abilities are critical

• Excellent negotiating skills are frequently called upon as are the instincts necessary to keep customers satisfied while protecting the interests of the company

• Outstanding problem-solving skills; able to identify issues and apply innovative thinking

• 5 plus years’ experience in the administration and management of government and/or commercial contracts as a project manager or 5 plus years as a project engineer in a high mix low volume projects

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to lead team members from various discipline

• Strong knowledge of program management best practices, risk management, contract management, financials and ITAR regulations

• A university degree in Engineering

• PMP would be an asset

Who We Are

Our Values

Environmental, Social and Governance

Curtiss-Wright's Indal Technologies specializes in helicopter securing and traversing systems, marine hangar doors, sonar handling systems, towed line array handling systems, sonar domes, towed bodies and fairings, and aviation support systems including horizon reference, pilot cues, and helicopter tie-down fittings for the world's navies.

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Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening.  In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn. 

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.

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