Proposal Manager, Defense Job at Bombardier (Dorval)

Manager, Program Management - Defense

Bombardier Defense proudly unites expertise, innovation, and unwavering dedicati...

Location

Canada , Dorval; Mississauga

Salary:

Not provided

Bombardier

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (or equivalent)
Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in program management
Demonstrated responsibility in program management and execution
Team player with initiative and excellent communication skills
Strong customer-facing skills and experience
Ability to effectively negotiate in-line with business objectives
Demonstrated ability to build strong business relationships and credibility
Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks effectively while working toward aggressive deadlines
Strong working knowledge of Bombardier's policies and processes
Strong technical knowledge of aircraft, aircraft systems and special mission equipment

Job Responsibility

Lead and manage a team of program managers to drive the execution of key multi-million/multi-year BSA programs
Track and ensure for program requirements, scope, budget
Track and ensure for the detailed program schedules and milestones
Perform continuous risk management
Act as the face of the organization to external customers for escalation issues
Holds P&L oversight for assigned programs and is accountable for overall customer satisfaction and building strong external business relationships
Provides direct oversight during the negotiation, proposal and commercial impact phases for contractual change management throughout the program execution
Direct work to achieve milestones per committed schedule and budget – ensuring proactive risk assessment and contingency management
Has intimate knowledge of contractual requirements for assigned programs and ensures timely execution and administration of programs to remain in compliance with such requirements
Establish a strong governance for weekly Program reviews

What we offer

Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)
Competitive base salary
Retirement savings plan
Employee Assistance Program
Tele Health Program

Fulltime

Senior Proposal Manager

Barbaricum is seeking a highly motivated, resourceful, team-focused Proposal Man...

Location

United States , Washington, DC

Salary:

Not provided

Barbaricum

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

10+ years of experience as a proposal manager leading deals of $20+ million in a government contracting environment
5+ years of proposal management experience that encompasses leading large internal and external teams with complex Federal Government submissions through the full proposal lifecycle
Understanding of the procurement process for civilian or defense agencies and compliant proposal production
Teammate who is looking for long-term company growth to build their management skills and develop business development savvy
Excellent planning and scheduling, time management and organization skills with the ability to spearhead proposal efforts and work independently to meet dynamic timelines
Strong technical writing skills and willingness to develop content for various proposal volumes
Strong verbal communication skills, including editing skills
Experience conducting market research using GovWinIQ, eBuy, Sam.gov, FPDS, and others Internet-based applications
Lead teams using Association of Proposal Management Professionals (APMP) and/or Shipley best-practices
Lead knowledge management process for proposals

Job Responsibility

Lead proposal efforts of various complexity ($20M and above) across all sectors
Lead the development of Proposal Management Plans
Support the development of proposal strategies and win themes
Analyze RFP/bid requirements to develop annotated proposal outlines
Build the proposal compliance matrices and track fulfillment of all requirements
Conduct proposal progress status meetings and develop and maintain proposal schedule
Lead writing/editing/rewriting efforts
Lead Color Team Reviews and track recovery
Work with Volume Leaders to ensure inter-volume compatibility
Collaborate and coordinate with members of the BD/Growth team to track opportunities and provide market research

Fulltime

Business Development Manager, Defense Aftermarket Services

This role is crucial in supporting Bombardier Defense in Canada to secure strate...

Location

Canada , Dorval

Salary:

Not provided

Bombardier

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in engineering or technical program management at Bombardier Aerospace, and/or equivalent engineering activities related to Bombardier aircraft
Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in an Air Force, Army or Aircraft Maintenance or Management Company
Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in proposal and/or project management
Team player with initiative and excellent communication skills
Excellent customer-facing skills and experience
Ability to effectively negotiate in-line with business objectives
Able to manage time and prioritize tasks effectively while working toward aggressive deadlines
Strong technical knowledge of aircraft, aircraft systems and special mission equipment

Job Responsibility

Customer Facing & Support: Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, providing exceptional service by addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and ensuring a positive and seamless customer experience
Bid Strategy and Planning: Analyze client needs and market trends to position the company’s offer strategically
Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborate with CX internal teams, such as Smart Services, Customer Support, Technical Support, Technical Publications, Trade Sales, Finance and Legal to gather input for the proposal
Proposal Development and Content Creation: Ensure that the proposal includes a compelling value proposition, differentiators, and any required technical or financial details
Financial and Pricing Strategy: Ensure pricing aligns with company goals, covers all necessary costs, and reflects an understanding of the market and client budget
Review and Quality Assurance: Implement internal approval processes to gain necessary sign-offs from senior management
Client and Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate with the client or contracting organization to clarify requirements or discuss aspects of the proposal if allowed
Proposal Presentation: Present proposal to customer in support of Bombardier Aircraft Sales team and present tailored Smart Services Defense offerings
Contract execution: Ensure completion of Due Diligence and Credit Application and Contract signature
Lead post-submission debriefs to analyze proposal outcomes, identify strengths and weaknesses, and incorporate feedback for continuous improvement

What we offer

Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)
Competitive base salary
Retirement savings plan
Employee Assistance Program
Tele Health Program

Fulltime

Program Manager - Defense

Bombardier Defense is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead programs fr...

Location

Canada , Dorval

Salary:

Not provided

Bombardier

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven organizational, time management, and project leadership skills
Solid understanding of financial principles
Strong grasp of aircraft design, integration, and manufacturing technologies
Skilled in coordinating cross-functional and inter-company activities (Engineering, Operations, Finance, Customer Service, etc.)
Knowledgeable in contract terms, conditions, and subcontract management
Excellent communicator with strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities across all levels
Resilient, results-driven, and action-oriented with a commitment to seeing projects through
Effective under pressure and tight deadlines
Comfortable taking ownership and accountability
Collaborative team player with demonstrated leadership aptitude

Job Responsibility

Lead the planning and execution of complex projects, ensuring delivery within defined scope, timeline, budget, and aligned with stakeholder expectations
Effectively communicate project expectations to project team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion
Facilitate the definition of project goals, tasks, and resource requirements
Resolve or assist in the resolution of conflicts within and between projects or functional areas
Develop methods to monitor project progress
Provide supervision if necessary
Manage project budgets/finance
Interact regularly with clients to determine their needs and to develop plans for delivery
Work cross-functionally to solve problems and implement changes
Present oral and written reports defining plans, problems, and resolutions to appropriate levels of management

What we offer

Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)
Competitive base salary
Retirement savings plan
Employee Assistance Program
Tele Health Program

Fulltime

Supply Chain Agent, Defense Proposal

At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world’s peak-performing aircraf...

Location

United States , Wichita

Salary:

Not provided

Bombardier

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field
Minimum 3 years of experience in proposal, procurement, or supply chain roles
prior proposal experience preferred
Familiarity with the U.S. DoD acquisition process, including RFP structures, flow-downs, and compliance standards
Knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and international defense contracting practices
Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar)
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and produce high-quality deliverables
Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to interface effectively at all levels of the organization
U.S. Citizenship required due to contract and security requirements

Job Responsibility

Lead the planning, coordination, and submission of all supply chain proposal inputs in response to RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs
Partner with procurement, contracts, engineering, finance, legal, and program management to ensure proposal accuracy, compliance, and competitiveness
Interpret and flow down FAR, DFARS, and international contract requirements into supplier RFP packages and BOE justifications
Establish and maintain a centralized pipeline view of all current and upcoming defense supply chain proposal activities
Develop and deliver executive-level presentations and reporting on proposal progress, risks, and resource needs
Support make-or-buy analysis, supplier quoting, and cost estimating strategies aligned with Bombardier’s defense business objectives
Review and validate supplier inputs to ensure cost realism, historical pricing alignment, and compliance with DoD cost principles
Participate in internal and customer-facing proposal reviews, audits, and fact-finding activities
Ensure export control and ITAR/EAR compliance throughout the proposal lifecycle
Maintain documentation to support DCAA/DCMA audit readiness

What we offer

Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)
Competitive base salary
Retirement savings plan
Employee Assistance Program
Tele Health Program

Fulltime

Program Manager, Defense

At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world’s peak-performing aircraf...

Location

United States , Wichita

Salary:

Not provided

Bombardier

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (or equivalent)
minimum of five (5) years of experience in program management or equivalent experience
team player with initiative and excellent communication skills
excellent customer-facing skills and experience
ability to effectively negotiate in-line with business objectives
able to manage time and prioritize tasks effectively while working toward aggressive deadlines
strong working knowledge of Bombardier's policies and processes
experience interfacing with operations
strong technical knowledge of aircraft, aircraft systems and special mission equipment
eligible to view and handle CGR material as well as be able to obtain a NATO Secret security clearance (as required)

Job Responsibility

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

What we offer

Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)
Competitive base salary
Retirement savings plan
Employee Assistance Program
Tele Health Program

Fulltime

Manager, Finance - Defense

As a strategic finance leader, you will be at the heart of Bombardier Defense’s ...

Location

Canada , Dorval

Salary:

Not provided

Bombardier

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
10+ years of progressive experience in finance, including employee management
CPA designation or equivalent experience
Proven ability to influence senior executives and build strong business partnerships
Ability to manage strong personalities, rally teams, and support leaders in achieving objectives
Sharp business acumen and adaptability to a constantly changing environment
Executive presence and strong communication skills in French and English (bilingual)
Demonstrated ability to lead complex cases and strategic presentations
Team spirit, creativity, and a focus on talent development

Job Responsibility

Drive strategic initiatives by supporting the Vice-President and leadership team in defense contract negotiations and monthly governance
Review and approve defense contract proposals and business plans to ensure financial viability
Support defense growth initiatives
Assume business partnership with sales, defense, and contract teams
Oversee month-end activities & financial planning and prepare executive-level financial presentations for management
Lead and manage special projects and provide strategic recommendations to senior management
Ensure compliance by analyzing accounting treatments, updating best practices, and coordinating audits
Maintain effective internal controls and coordinate external audits
Support and mobilize a team of financial analysts

What we offer

Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)
Competitive base salary
Retirement savings plan
Employee Assistance Program
Tele Health Program

Fulltime

Capture Manager

Arcfield has an exciting opportunity for a Growth Manager to drive growth across...

Location

United States , Huntsville

Salary:

Not provided

Arcfield

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

BS degree with 10–12 years, MS with 8–10 years, or PhD with 5–7 years of relevant experience in a technical field
Possess and maintain a Secret clearance (TS/SCI eligible)
Proven track record leading complex captures from identification through proposal
Demonstrated success exceeding sales targets and managing a pipeline ≥ 4x annual sales goals
Experience developing customized client solution-based presentations and leading diverse business development teams
Strong communication, interpersonal, and program management skills

Job Responsibility

Drive Strategic Growth – Manage the full sales lifecycle from initial interest through capture, proposal, and award
Build & Shape Opportunities – Lead pre-market shaping, customer engagement, SWOT analyses, competitive intelligence gathering, and pipeline development
Lead Captures – Own capture planning and execution for competitive pursuits, including white papers, RFIs, sources sought, and full proposal responses
Engage Customers – Serve as the primary point of contact with customers, determining requirements, budgets, and technical needs
Win with Teams – Lead cross-functional capture teams, subcontractor industry partners, and teaming arrangements to develop winning strategies
Represent Arcfield – Actively participate in trade shows, industry events, and thought leadership opportunities to increase visibility and strengthen relationships
Shape the Future – Contribute to Arcfield’s long-term hypersonic strategy roadmap and missile defense business development campaigns

Fulltime

Proposal Manager, Defense

Bombardier

Location:
Canada , Dorval

Category:
IT - Administration

Contract Type:
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Job Posted:
December 27, 2025

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