Bombardier

Program Manager - Defense

Bombardier  •  Wichita, KS (Remote)  •  6 hours ago
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Job Description

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?

  • Lead the planning and execution of complex projects, ensuring delivery within defined scope, timelines, and budget while meeting stakeholder expectations.
  • Communicate project expectations effectively and in a timely manner to team members and stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
  • Facilitate the definition of project objectives, tasks, and resource requirements; resolve or contribute to resolving conflicts within projects, across projects, or between functions; implement progress tracking methods; and provide oversight as needed.
  • Manage project budgets and financial aspects.
  • Interact regularly with clients to understand their needs and develop delivery plans.
  • Work cross-functionally with various departments to resolve issues and implement changes.
  • Present oral and written reports on plans, issues, and solutions to appropriate levels of management.
  • Understand the relationship between projects and the company’s strategic objectives, and maximize value-added activities.

More specifically:

  • Establish and continuously manage project expectations with clients, team members, and other stakeholders.
  • Plan and schedule project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools, while identifying and managing dependencies and the critical path.
  • Develop and deliver status reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations.
  • Proactively perform risk management and mitigation activities.
  • Conduct lessons learned sessions when required.
  • Be accountable for revenue and cash flow management.

How to thrive in this role?

  • Proven organizational, time management, and project leadership skills, with a strong understanding of financial principles.
  • Excellent understanding of aircraft design, integration, and manufacturing technologies.
  • Ability to coordinate cross-functional and cross-company activities (engineering, operations, finance, customer service, etc.).
  • Good knowledge of contractual terms, conditions, and subcontract management.
  • Experience operating under a Profit and Loss (P&L) model.
  • Excellent communication skills, with strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities at all levels.
  • Resilient, results-driven, and action-oriented individual with a strong commitment to delivering projects successfully.
  • Effective under pressure and tight deadlines; comfortable taking ownership and accountability.
  • Collaborative team player demonstrating strong leadership potential.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, combined with more than 8 years of relevant experience.
  • PMP certification is considered an asset; candidates currently pursuing certification will also be considered.
  • Proficiency in English is essential.

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

Shift

Employee Status Regular

Requisition 15038 Program Manager - Defense

Bombardier

About Bombardier

Bombardier is a global leader in aviation, focused on designing, manufacturing, and servicing the world's most exceptional business jets. Bombardier’s Challenger and Global aircraft families are renowned for their cutting-edge innovation, cabin design, performance, and reliability. Bombardier has a worldwide fleet of approximately 5,000 aircraft in service with a wide variety of multinational corporations, charter and fractional ownership providers, governments, and private individuals. Bombardier aircraft are also trusted around the world in government and military special-mission roles leveraging Bombardier Defense’s proven expertise.  

Headquartered in Greater Montréal, Québec, Bombardier operates aerostructure, assembly and completion facilities in Canada, the United States and Mexico. The company’s robust customer support network services the Learjet, Challenger and Global families of aircraft, and includes facilities in strategic locations in the United States and Canada, as well as in the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Switzerland, Italy, Austria, the UAE, Singapore, China and Australia.  

For corporate news and information, including Bombardier’s Environmental, Social and Governance report, as well as the company’s plans to cover all its flight operations with Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) utilizing the Book and Claim system visit bombardier.com. Learn more about Bombardier’s industry-leading products and customer service network at businessaircraft.bombardier.com. Follow us on Twitter @Bombardier.   

Industry
Aviation & Aerospace
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Dorval, OO
Year Founded
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