IPDT Leader, Bombardier Defense

About the role

Bombardier promotes flexible and hybrid work policies. Join us for our Wichita Engineering Hiring Event on Thursday, July 16th from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm CST. Register for the event here: Wichita Hiring Event July 16.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of the development program, from program and technical definition to successful deliveries to our customers.
• Lead the integration and harmonization of all aspects of the development program including the technical, operational, financial, suppliers, options management, schedules / milestones and risk management, in lined with the program requirements and objectives.
• Participate in program, engineering, customer, marketing and supplier reviews providing support and visibility to the teams, suppliers, customers and management. Manage customer expectations through regular interactions and formal meetings.
• Manage the development program budget cycle and support the financial governance associated. Provide visibility on the monthly actuals. Prepare the forecast exercises, aligning cross-functional teams to ensure financial commitments are met.
• Oversee risk management and issue resolution for relevant assigned projects.
• Aid in the preparation of the annual product plan to define key strategic issues and objectives and in developing specific initiatives in support of those objectives.
• Lead the implementation in the areas of product change management, aircraft options management, mockups and simulators & training, earned value management, performance / reliability targets, as assigned.

Requirements

• Ten (10) years of experience with engineering technical leadership, which can include program and organizational management, within the aerospace and/or Defense industry.
• A Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline (e.g. Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace).
• Advanced knowledge of program/project scheduling, as well as changing management processes for activities and products.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to mobilize teams and foster a collaborative work environment.
• A deep understanding of the functional responsibilities and internal processes of teams supporting new program development, Defense projects, and business processes.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office as well as familiarity with PLM and ERP systems, databases, and applications.

Qualifications

• Proactive, results-oriented, and innovative with a focus on process improvement.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence and build consensus without formal authority.
• Capable of working independently as well as in teams in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks at the individual and program level to meet performance objectives.

Skills

• Extensive experience with civil and/or military certification processes, including 14 CFR Part 25, and familiarity working within an ODA.

Benefits

Bombardier offers a comprehensive and competitive Benefits Program, which includes:

• Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)
• Competitive base salary
• Retail Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tele Health Program