Program Delivery and Readiness Manager

Who We Are

CAE Vision: Our vision is to be the worldwide partner of choice in defense and security, and civil aviation by revolutionizing our customers’ training and critical operations with digitally immersive solutions to elevate safety, efficiency and readiness.

CAE Defense & Security Mission: CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop and maintain the highest levels of mission readiness.

CAE Values: Empowerment, Innovation, Excellence, Integrity and OneCAE make us who we are and we strive to make a difference in the world while helping each other succeed.

What We Have to Offer

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package and flexibility that promotes work-life balance
• A work environment where all employees are valued, respected and safe
• Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver, take initiatives and make decisions
• Recognition, professional development, advancement and having fun!

Summary

The Integrated Readiness Manager is responsible for leading the support of hardware manufacturing, subcontract operations, and deployment readiness in support of CAE USA programs. The role specifically focus’s on improving plan validity and reacting to unexpected changes in program execution requiring mitigation action. This role provides strategic and operational leadership across Operations Program Management, Subcontracts Program Management, and Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering. The incumbent serves as the primary operational interface between Engineering, Program Management, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Quality, and Customers to ensure products are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with customer requirements and applicable industry standards. This leader is accountable for operational performance, program execution, workforce development, continuous improvement, and financial performance while driving a culture of accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Strategic Leadership & Program Execution

• Lead the integrated execution of hardware development, subcontract activities, manufacturing and deployment readiness across multiple programs.
• Develop and execute operational strategies aligned with organizational goals, customer requirements, and program commitments.
• Partner closely with Program Management and Engineering leadership to ensure successful program execution and product delivery.
• Establish operational priorities and allocate resources to achieve schedule, quality, and cost objectives.
• Serve as a key operational advisor to senior leadership regarding program risks, resource requirements, and execution strategies.
• Support business development and proposal efforts through staffing plans, Basis of Estimates (BOEs), labor forecasting, and execution planning.

Manufacturing Operations & Deployment

• Oversee Industrial Engineering, and Deployment readiness functions.
• Ensure effective execution of hardware assembly, installation, integration and deployment activities.
• Drive manufacturing readiness, process improvements and production efficiency initiatives.
• Maintain ownership of hardware assembly and installation processes, metrics, and corrective action programs.
• Ensure compliance with technical, quality, and regulatory standards throughout the product lifecycle.

Operations Program Management & Subcontracts

• Lead Operations Program Management and Subcontract teams in support of program execution.
• Ensure subcontractor performance aligns with program schedules, quality expectations, and contractual obligations.
• Monitor supplier performance, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate material planning, procurement activities, and production readiness efforts.
• Develop performance metrics and dashboards to support data-driven decision-making.

Financial & Resource Management

• Manage departmental budgets, labor forecasts, staffing plans, and operational expenditures.
• Review labor estimates, program budgets, and resource requirements to ensure successful program execution.
• Monitor operational performance and implement corrective actions to improve efficiency and profitability.

Leadership & Talent Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop managers, supervisors, and technical professionals.
• Build and maintain a high-performing organization focused on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Identify workforce capability gaps and implement training and development plans.
• Drive employee engagement, succession planning, and talent pipeline development.
• Foster an inclusive culture that supports innovation and operational excellence.

Quality, Compliance & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001, OSHA, FAR/DFARS, MIL Standards, and other applicable regulations.
• Implement operational metrics, performance dashboards, and reporting systems.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
• Promote standardization of processes, best practices, and operational governance across functions.
• Ensure all company security and government contract requirements are met.

Collaboration & Customer Engagement

• Serve as the primary liaison between Engineering, Program Management, Planning, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Quality, Finance, and Customers.
• Support customer reviews, audits, technical discussions, and program status briefings.
• Coordinate activities across CAE entities and external partners to ensure successful execution.
• Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive leadership experience in hardware development, manufacturing, operations, program management, or defense/aerospace environments.
• Experience leading cross-functional technical and operational teams.
• Knowledge of manufacturing operations, hardware development lifecycles, deployment activities, and subcontract management.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and operational performance metrics.
• Strong understanding of AS9100, ISO 9001, OSHA requirements, and government contracting environments.
• Excellent communication, leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance.
• Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.

Preferred Skills

• Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Operations Management, or related discipline.
• PMP Certification.
• Lean Six Sigma Certification.
• Experience within simulation, training systems, aerospace, or defense industries.
• Experience with FAR/DFARS requirements and government procurement processes.
• Control Account Manager (CAM) experience.

Security Responsibilities

Must comply with all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures. Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form. Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval. All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources. Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance. Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.

Work Environment

Duties performed in an office environment and manufacturing facility. Must be able to work overtime on and off-shifts as required. The employee is on call 24x7 for the resolution of problems and issues.

Physical Demands

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity

CAE USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including disability and protected veteran status, as defined under federal, state, or local laws.

Reasonable Accommodations Contact

Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io

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.

Position Type Regular Equal Opportunity Employer

Position Type Regular Equal Opportunity Employer CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io.

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