MWAV Engineering Delivery Manager

Dartmouth, NS
Permanent
Full-time

26 days ago

Location: Halifax - John Savage, CanadaIn fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible.Engineering Delivery Manager (EDM) - MWAVHalifax, NS- HybridRegulatory Compliance Requirements

Requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software, technology or technical data controlled under the Canadian Export Control List, the ITAR or the EAR
Requires a positive Controlled Goods assessment as you will have direct access to hardware, software, technology or technical data controlled under the Canadian Controlled Goods Program
Required to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance at the NATO Secret Level

Position SummaryWe have a current vacancy for an Engineering Delivery Manager (EDM), who is responsible and accountable for the delivery of the assigned work package, how it feeds into the project’s business rhythm and all associated governance aspects in order to ensure successful project execution. The role will demand an individual with highly developed communication and influencing skills. Additionally, technical depth and domain experience will be required to ensure Thales delivers the project to the schedule, cost and quality requirements and to the satisfaction of the customer. The ability to lead and motivate an integrated technical team will be key to the success and execution of the work.For this position the EDM will work within the MWAV In-Service Support program. The scope is to organize, plan and control all engineering work associated with Preventative Maintenance, Corrective Maintenance, Emergent Tasks and Problem Reports for the internal team and sub-contractors. Report on all this work to business is also within the scope of the EDM.Key Areas of Responsibility

Provide overall leadership, direction, and technical guidance to a cross-disciplinary project team.
Plan, organize, and control staff and resources to achieve project goals within delegated authority.
Develop, integrate, and manage the project and engineering Work Breakdown Structures (WBS/OBS) in alignment with project plans.
Establish project governance, using Thales methodologies and best practices throughout the lifecycle.
Create and maintain a detailed technical project schedules, ensuring achievement of milestones and performance objectives.
Oversee technical program deliverables, ensuring solutions meet requirements and secure customer acceptance.
Monitor and control project schedule, scope, and technical performance against approved baselines.
Implement predictive monitoring and robust risk/opportunity management to ensure timely delivery and compliance.
Promote a safe working environment and ensure activities meet legal and company standards.
Foster collaboration and maintain effective relationships with the PM, PDA and other internal stakeholders.
Embed continuous improvement, promote execution excellence, and capture lessons learned across the project.
Support team recruitment, resource planning, and contribute to broader company or program objectives as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science or, in lieu of a degree, 6 years of directly relevant engineering experience and/ or education, as equivalency.
10+ Year of Technical Experience (with 4+ of those Years in Project Management)
Experience Using the V-Model to Execute Technical Work
Experience Using the Waterfall/Agile Methodologies within a Project Environment

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in defining and/or implementing Business Process Automation (BPA) flows/processes
Experience with planning tool such as Jira, Confluence, P6, MS Projects
Experience Delivering for both Fixed Firm and Time & Material Contracts
Experience Working with In-Service Support Contracts
Experience Following, Creating and Updating Workflows/Processes
P. Eng
MBA
PMP
Agile Scrum Master
Lean Six Sigma Process Management
PROSCI Change Management
Trade Compliance Training

If you’re excited about working with Thales, but not meeting the requirements for this position, we encourage you to join our Talent Community!Special Position RequirementsThe reference Total Target Compensation (TTC) market range for this position, inclusive of annual base salary and the variable compensation target, is between Total Target Cash (TTC) $145,000 - $175,000CAD Annual.This reflects how companies in a similar industry and geographic region generally pay for similar jobs. This range helps the Company make pay decisions as one data point among many. Where a position falls within this range is also dependent on other factors including – but not limited to – the employee’s career path history, competencies, skills and performance, as well as the company’s annual salary budget, the customer’s program requirements, and the company’s internal equity. Thales may offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s status protected by local, state, or federal law.We use artificial intelligence–enabled tools as part of our recruitment process to support activities such as candidate discovery, résumé matching, and interview scheduling. These tools may help screen and assess applications and recommend potential matches based on the requirements within the job description. All hiring decisions, including candidate evaluation, selection, and disposition, are made by human recruiters. Artificial intelligence does not make hiring decisions on our behalf.Why Join Us?Say HI and learn more about working at Thales click here#LI-RG1#LI- HybridThales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 24 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:

Company paid Extended Health, Dental, HSA, Life, AD&D, Short-term Disability, Cancer Care Program, travel insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and Well-Being program.

Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP, DCPP, TFSA) with a company contribution and a match to a DCPP, with no vesting period.

Company paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave.

Voluntary Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Long-Term Disability.

Employee Discounts on home, auto, and gym membership.

Thales is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. Thales is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the interview process. Applicants selected for an interview who require accommodation are asked to advise accordingly upon the invitation for an interview. We will work with you to meet your needs. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience.This position requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software or technical information controlled under the Canadian Export Control List, the Canadian Controlled Goods Program, the Canadian Industrial Security Program, the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be eligible or able to obtain authorization for such access including eligibility to the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and able to obtain a Canadian NATO Secret clearance.

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