Proposal Manager, Defense

• Manage internal and/or external resources and stakeholders such as engineering, contracts, finance, procurement or subcontractors during Proposal stage to establish Program strategy and build Proposal
• Plan overall initial program framework, budget and schedule
• Plan meetings or technical reviews with customer prior to submittal of final proposal
• Plan the path to final proposal schedule to meet required timelines
• Prepare technical presentations for Customers showcasing Bombardier aircraft and Bombardier Defense capabilities
• Prepare, support and organize Customer meetings and/or visits
• Prepare customer Proposals for modification programs and/or engineering support activities
• Develop and/or manage statements of work (SOW) and technical statements of requirements (TSOR) relating to aircraft modification and/or special mission engineering services
• Coordinate, in conjunction with sales, the overall strategy for bid response
• including identifying winning conditions
• Prepare management reviews and obtain management approvals through established processes and Bombardier policies

• Minimum of five (5) to eight (8) years of experience in engineering or technical program management in the aerospace field
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in proposal and/or project management
• Team player with initiative and excellent communication skills
• Excellent customer-facing skills and experience are required
• Ability to effectively negotiate in-line with business objectives
• Able to manage time and prioritize tasks effectively while working toward aggressive deadlines
• Fluent in French and English, both written and spoken
• Strong technical knowledge of aircraft, aircraft systems and special mission equipment
• Knowledge of CGR, ITAR and previous experience in government and military flight operations exposure would be considered an asset
• May be required to travel and work extended hours when required
• Eligible to view and handle CGR material as well as be able to obtain a NATO Secret security clearance (as required)

Knowledge of CGR, ITAR and previous experience in government and military flight operations exposure

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