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_When applicable, Bombardier promotes flexible and hybrid work policies._

Why join us?

At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world’s peak-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. We have been successful in setting the highest standards by putting our people at the heart of it all, and defining excellence, together.

Working at Bombardier means operating at the highest level. Every day, you are part of a team that delivers superior experiences and products, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in our industry and beyond. By prioritizing employee growth and development, we empower everyone to reach their full potential on their own terms, because the best work happens when you are free to be yourself and share your unique expertise.

Bombardier’s Benefits Program

With our employees’ well-being top of mind, we offer a comprehensive and competitive Benefits Program, which includes the following:

+ Insurance plans _(Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)_

+ Competitive base salary

+ Retirement savings plan

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ Tele Health Program

What are your contributions to the team?

At Bombardier, our employees work together to evolve mobility worldwide - one good idea at a time. If you have a good idea, we will provide the environment where it will thrive and grow into a great product or customer experience. Your ideas are our fuel.

This role is key to support Bombardier Defense Programs out of Toronto, Ontario, Montreal, Quebec or Wichita, Kansas. Reporting to the Manager, Bombardier Defense Programs - the candidate will have the following responsibilities (but not limited to):

+ 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;

+ Prepare and lead weekly Program reviews; including internal executive reviews and external customer reviews;

+ Coordinate with internal resources/stakeholders such as engineering, contracts, finance and logistics during program execution;

+ Coordinate payment/invoicing;

+ Manage program performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniques. Establish and manage program key performance indices.

How to thrive in this role?

+ You hold a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (or equivalent);

+ You have a minimum of five (5) years of experience in program management; or equivalent experience;

+ You are team player with initiative and excellent communication skills;

+ You have excellent customer-facing skills and experience are required;

+ You have the ability to effectively negotiate in-line with business objectives;

+ You are able to manage time and prioritize tasks effectively while working toward aggressive deadlines;

+ You have a strong working knowledge of Bombardier's policies and processes;

+ You have experience interfacing with operations.

+ You have a strong technical knowledge of aircraft, aircraft systems and special mission equipment;

+ You have knowledge of CGR, ITAR and previous experience in government and military flight operations exposure would be considered an asset;

+ You may be required to travel and work extended hours when required;

+ You are eligible to view and handle CGR material as well as be able to obtain a NATO Secret security clearance (as required).

Now that you can see yourself in this role, apply and join the Bombardier Team!

Bombardier is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, National, or Local Laws.

**Job** Program Manager, Defense

**Primary Location** Wichita, ADMN / MFG, Learjet

**Organization** Learjet Inc

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**Employee Status** Regular

**Requisition** 9561 Program Manager, Defense