CAE · 3 months ago
Associate Chief Engineer
CAE is a worldwide partner in defense and security, and civil aviation, focusing on revolutionizing training and critical operations. The Associate Chief Engineer is responsible for leading the execution of technical proposal tasks, ensuring high-quality proposal packages for new business pursuits.
AerospaceEnterprise SoftwareInformation TechnologySecuritySimulationTechnical Support
Responsibilities
Direct responsibility for leading the execution of all technical proposal tasks, including solution, documentation (volumes or presentations), pricing, and proposal schedule performance
Accountable for capture and proposal technical solution and engineering deliverables (i.e. TSP)
Accountable for quality of technical presentation material (i.e. readiness, writing and cost)
Accountable for quality of technical writing input in support of reviews (i.e. pink, red, gold)
Accountable for storyboards for technical sections
Support identification and incorporation of Win Themes
Lead technical decisions with a focus on cost-effective solutions
Review/Challenge PTW assumptions to strengthen PTW accuracy
Ensure selected review methods (live vs virtual) appropriate
Represent engineering in proposal schedule planning
Review execution IMS to ensure schedule is executable
Oversee engineering proposal activities and provide direction to align with capture strategy
Resolve uncertainty/provide clarity to engineering
Schedule Architectural Review Board of proposed solution (in capture/proposal)
Facilitate efforts to transition from award to execution (Mobilization)
Monitor proposal prior to award
Update status in Jira (Capture, Proposal)
Assuring strategy comes through in the proposal response
Provide a highly energized and engaging work environment for proposal development
Work seamlessly with CAE USA proposal organization and the Systems Engineering teams
Success of strategic goals including corporate fiscal performance, local and Global Engineering initiatives, and CAE USA Strategic Business Objectives (SBO’s)
Assists with engineering leadership over the Lead to Award (L2A) process through both supervision and direct participation in proposal writing, proposal and solution review, and costing
Continuous improvement of proposal performance through processes improvement, tool identification and development, and other initiatives
Oversight of execution in compliance with company policies and procedures
Active communication and status reporting of all above items with Systems Engineering Manager, Systems Architecture Group Leader, and Senior Leadership as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Aerospace, or a related field
Minimum 5 years of experience working in an Engineering discipline
Minimum 5 years of experience in simulation training systems with a focus on aircraft platforms
Sufficient understanding of business win concepts to effectively manage engineering's proposal performance
Proven leadership capabilities of multi-disciplined teams
Understanding of simulation hardware and software architecture, components, and technology
Experience with Systems Engineering, Software Development, Hardware / Software Integration and product testing
Technical acumen to support proposal activity outside our core simulation business
Eligible for a US DoD Security Clearance
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong motivation, leadership, and team building skills
Ability to effectively manage technical teams
Excellent problem solving, situational assessment, and conflict resolution skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously through proper delegation skills and selective personal involvement
Ability to motivate and facilitate effective change
Benefits
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!
Company
CAE
CAE provides simulation and modeling technologies and integrated training solutions for the civil aviation industry.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.46BKey Investors
La CaisseFonds de solidarité FTQ
2023-06-08Post Ipo Debt· $400M
2021-11-05Post Ipo Debt· $70M
2021-03-12Post Ipo Equity· $287M
Leadership Team
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