Program Manager

PROGRAM MANAGER

Job Type: Permanent

Available Locations: Ottawa

Leading the charge of developing cutting edge hardware systems.

Collaborative and highly skilled cross-functional team.

Shaping the future of computing in key industries, turning ideas into reality.

That is what we do at J-Squared.

Are you passionate about using disruptive technology to solve problems previously unachievable? Are you excited about the latest innovations that are allowing us to create more powerful hardware in smaller form factors? Do you like getting your hands dirty while driving results and collaborating with colleagues? If this interests you, then we have an opportunity waiting for you!

What will your typical day look like?

As a Program Manager, you will report to the Program Management Office Lead. You will be responsible for overseeing projects from initiation to completion, including the upfront proposal or bid management, project planning, execution, monitoring, stakeholder management, and ensuring technical excellence while delivering projects on time and within budget. You will lead cross-functional teams, drive project success, and maintain compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements.

Specifically, your responsibilities will include:

1. Program Planning and Initiation:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define program objectives, deliverables, and timelines.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, resource allocation, and budgetary requirements.

2. Bid Management:

• Actively lead bid and RFP responses, ensuring timely and quality responses to give us the best chance of winning programs.
• Working with stakeholder responsible for commercial strategy to ensure we are accounting for: our competition, optimal pricing, and networking and customer positioning.
• Working with technical stakeholders responsible for: understanding the technical solution requirements, understanding technical gaps / questions that must be addressed upfront in the bid process, and ultimately compiling the necessary technical information to support the bid/proposal.

3. Program Execution and Monitoring:

• Lead program teams, assigning tasks and ensuring adherence to project plans; this includes working with the engineering project managers and production scheduling teams to ensure end-to-end program timelines are met.
• Monitor program progress, identifying potential roadblocks and taking proactive measures to mitigate risks.
• Track milestones and deliverables, ensuring timely completion.
• Manage project budgets, ensuring cost control and effective resource utilization.
• Foster effective communication among team members and stakeholders to facilitate project coordination and alignment.

4. Technical Expertise:

• Possess a strong understanding of hardware electronic systems and components.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to define technical requirements and ensure alignment with project objectives.

5. Stakeholder Management:

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Act as the primary point of contact for program-related communications and inquiries while managing stakeholder expectations.
• Regularly communicate project status, progress, and risks to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment.

6. Quality Assurance and Compliance:

• Ensure adherence to J-Squared AS9100D quality standards, regulations, and best practices throughout project execution.
• Coordinate with relevant teams to address any non-conformities or quality issues.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and records, ensuring compliance with internal and external requirements.

About Our Team

J-Squared has over 30 years of experience excelling in operationally demanding performance environments. Our ruggedized products and solutions are innovative, needs driven, and focused on quality and reliability. Our Octagon Systems line of products is a global leader in rugged computer systems built for use in extreme environments such as mining, military, transportation, and marine. We architect and manufacture systems that work no matter what.

J-Squared’s significant growth has resulted in the company expanding its team to meet this increased demand.

Enough About Us, Let’s Talk About You

For a candidate to be successful in this role, the key technical qualifications include:

• Technical education background (technologist, engineering, etc.) or relevant technical experience, preferably with hands-on work with electronics systems or played a systems engineering role in the past
• Experience with diverse project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Kanban, Lean, etc.)
• Track record of successfully leading and delivering complex engineering projects within defined constraints (budget, scope, timelines)
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and quality control
• Knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) cycle and associated software tools
• Proficient with basic office computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook; Google Suite)
• Strong technical document writing skills for RFP responses, project plans, status reports, and technical specifications
• Experience working in selecting industries, including: military, aerospace, mining, industrial, marine or similar.
• Relevant project management certifications (e.g., PMP) are desirable but not mandatory

Additionally, we are looking for someone who is:

• Highly motivated and energetic
• Strong problem-solving skills and strategic thinking ability
• Excellent team player with strong communication and collaboration skills

Take The Next Step

Please submit a cover letter and CV to Recruiting via LinkedIn. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

J-Squared respects the dignity and independence of people with disabilities and provides accommodation and support to persons with disabilities throughout any recruitment process, once made aware of a need for accommodation. If you require any special accommodation or support during the recruitment process, please indicate so in your application.