Execution Solution Lead

Description

The Execution Solution Lead is part of CAE's Defense & Security (D&S) International Solutions team. This team brings together training solution development experts responsible for designing comprehensive solutions for defense forces andparamilitaryorganizationsworldwide.ThesesolutionsleverageCAE'ssimulationtechnologiesaswellasindustry-leadingtrainingmethodologiesandtools.Thetargetend-usercommunityspanstheair,naval,andlanddomains. The incumbentcontributestothedevelopmentofnewbusinessopportunitiesthroughtheformalCaptureManagementprocessandactsasaseniormemberoftheCaptureTeam,incollaborationwithIntegratedSolutionLeadsandCommercialLeads. The ExecutionSolutionLeadisresponsiblefordevelopingsolutionsthatmeetcustomerrequirementsandbudgetconstraintswhileensuringprofitableexecution,effectiveriskmanagement,scheduleadherence,andprotectionofcommercialandcontractualinterests.

KeyResponsibilities

• SupportandapplytheD&SLead-to-Award(L2A)businessdevelopmentprocess,fromearlycustomerengagement(pre-RFP)throughcontractaward,includingboththecaptureandproposalphases.

• Supporttheonboarding,mentoring,anddevelopmentofnewExecutionSolutionLeadsacrossCAE'sinternationalregions.

• Contributetothedevelopmentofbestpractices,tools,templates,andtheknowledgebaseassociatedwiththerole.

• ParticipateinthegrowthandfacilitationofaglobalCommunityofPracticededicatedtoknowledgesharingandlessonslearned.

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SolutionDevelopmentandValidation

• DefineawinningexecutionstrategyalignedwiththeopportunityCapturePlan.

• LeadthepreparationoftheIntegratedMasterSchedule(IMS).

• Overseethecreation,consolidation,andvalidationofRiskandOpportunityRegisters.

• LeadthecreationofanAssumptions,Dependencies,andExclusionsRegister.

• Leadthepreparationandvalidationoftheprojectmanagementsectionofproposals,includingProjectManagementPlans,RiskManagementPlans,andStatementsofWork(SOW).

• EnsuresupplierandpartnerworksharearrangementsincludeappropriateStatementsofWorkandtechnicalrequirementsdocumentation.

• Developcomprehensivetransitionplansandpost-deliverysustainmentplans.

• Preparemilestonepaymentplanstosupportprogramcash-flowneutrality.

• Developexportcontrolplanstoenablethetransferandreuseofcontrolledtechnicaldataandcomponents.

• PresentSolutionReviewsandDesign-to-WinReviewstoseniorleadership.

• Interfacewithcustomersandenduserstopresentproposedsolutionsandnegotiatescopeandcontractualterms.
   

MinimumQualifications

• Bachelor'sdegreeinEngineering,Science,BusinessAdministration,orarelatedfield.

• Minimumof10to15yearsofprogrammanagementleadershipexperienceinindustryand/ormilitaryorganizations.

• Minimumof5to10yearsofexperiencedevelopingordeliveringtrainingprogramsinanoperationalormaintenanceenvironmentwithinthedefensesector.

• Relevantexperienceleadingcomplexdevelopment,trainingintegration,orengineeringprojectsinvolvingsignificantriskoruncertainty.

• PMPcertificationorequivalentqualification.

• Experiencewithcapturemanagementandproposaldevelopmentprocessesforlargecustom-engineeredprograms.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both FrenchandEnglish.ProficiencyinEnglishisrequiredforthispositionasitinvolvesparticipationininternationalmeetingsandprojects,aswellasregularinteractionwithcolleagues,partners,andcustomerslocatedinotherprovincesandcountries.

• Provenabilitytocollaborateeffectivelywithavarietyofinternalandexternalstakeholders.

• Strongproblem-solvinganddecision-makingskills.

• Strongbusinessacumenandtheabilitytooperateeffectivelyinacomplexenvironment.

• EligibilitytoobtainandmaintainaNATOSECRETsecurityclearance.

PreferredQualifications

• Master'sdegreeinBusinessAdministration(MBA).

• Experiencedevelopingcapturestrategiesfornewbusinessopportunitiesbyleveragingcompetitivedifferentiatorsandwinningthemes.

• KnowledgeofCAEproducts,modelingandsimulationtechnologies,andtrainingsolutions.

• Demonstratedexperienceintraining,coaching,mentoring,orprofessionaldevelopment.

• Experienceworkingwithgovernment,military,ordefense-sectorclients.

• Abilitytoinfluenceandbuildcollaborativerelationshipswithcustomers,partners,andmultidisciplinaryteams.
   

Benefits
 

Wehavedesignedprogramsandpoliciesthatsupportemployeewell-being,professionalgrowth,andwork-lifebalance.

PlansandPrograms

• Comprehensivegroupinsuranceprogram

• Telemedicineservices

• EmployeeAssistanceProgram(EAP)

• EmployeeSharePurchasePlan

• GroupRegisteredRetirementSavingsPlan(GroupRRSP)

• DefinedBenefitPensionPlan

• Sabbaticalleave(subjecttoeligibility)

• Enhancedparentalleavebenefits

About CAE

At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.

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Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

CAE is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, nationality, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by law. We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available—contact your recruiter or emailCAECarrieres-Careers@cae.com if needed.

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