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Program Manager, International TacCIS
@ General Dynamics Missions System International
Ottawa, Ontario
Overview
General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada is hiring a full-time Program Manager for its International Tactical Communications and Information Systems (TacCIS) team to lead a portfolio of complex, cross-functional international defence programs. The work covers planning, cost, schedule and risk control, customer reviews and international travel. The posted salary range is $130,000 to $165,000 CAD per year, with a management incentive plan.
Pay:
$130,000–$165,000 a year
Responsibilities:
- Plan, monitor and control programs across cost, schedule, risk and profit
- Lead program reviews with internal teams and the customer
- Manage RFI, RFP and RFQ preparation and basis of estimates
- Analyze risk and initiate corrective action
- Mentor and lead program teams
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's degree in a related discipline required
- 10+ years of program management experience, defence or aerospace preferred
- Experience managing cost, schedule and quality commitments
- Strong writing skills and program management plan experience
- PMP highly desirable
- International travel required
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-06
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Project management |
| Experience | 10+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: moderate |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | PMP |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Security clearance | Other clearance |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Flexible hours, Generous parental leave, Retirement plan, Performance bonus, Employee discount, Transit support |
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General Dynamics Missions System International
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We develop mission critical solutions for those that lead, serve and protect the world we live in.
Full company description
At General Dynamics Mission Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, we develop mission critical C4ISR solutions across the land, sea, air, space and cyber domains, but that doesn’t tell our whole story. When downed pilots are isolated in enemy territory, our equipment gives them a lifeline to call home. When a student opens a textbook to learn about the universe, they’re looking at data and pictures sent using our technology. When the government needs to share crucial top-secret information, our products help them keep this information out of the wrong hands. When sailors need to locate underwater mines, our technology allows them to find explosives with unmanned underwater vehicles. Delivering C4ISR technology is what we do but we think why we do it is more important.
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- Aerospace
- Other recorded names
- General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc
- General Dynamics Missions System International
- General Dynamics Mission Systems
- Specialties
- Communications / RF Networking
- C4ISR
- Cyber Security and Network Defense
- Maritime & Underwater Systems
- Platform Integration
- Training
- Modeling and Simulation
- Intel
- Intelligence
- Surveillance & Reconnaissance (ISR)
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- Platform Integration
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At General Dynamics Mission Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, we develop mission critical C4ISR solutions across the land, sea, air, space and cyber domains, but that doesn’t tell our whole story. When downed pilots are isolated in enemy territory, our equipment gives them a lifeline to call home. When a student opens a textbook to learn about the universe, they’re looking at data and pictures sent…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Defense and Space Manufacturing |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Chantilly, Virginia |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 1952 |
| Specialties | Communications / RF NetworkingC4ISRCyber Security and Network DefenseMaritime & Underwater SystemsPlatform IntegrationTrainingModeling and SimulationIntelIntelligenceSurveillance & Reconnaissance (ISR) |
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Company Description
Build bold. Deliver impact. Win together.
At General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada, we’re not just engineering technology — we’re shaping the future of defence and security. Our teams design and deliver advanced, mission-critical solutions that enhance national security, strengthen communities, and protect the people we serve.
If you’re looking for meaningful work that contributes to a safer, more secure world, you’ll find purpose here. Every day, your skills will directly impact programs that matter.
Job Description
We currently have a Program Management opportunity for our International Tactical Communications and Information Systems (TacCIS) Team within GDMS-International.
The Program Manager leads the capture, planning, execution, and delivery of a portfolio of complex, cross‑functional International programs that drives strategic business outcomes. Acting as the central point of accountability, the Program Manager coordinates resources, manages stakeholder expectations, mitigates risks, and ensures that all program components are aligned with the organization’s goals, budget, and timeline.
Responsibilities include:
- Plan, monitor, and control the work on programs and maintain overall accountability for the cost, schedule, risk, and profit performance of the assigned portfolio through metrics and techniques.
- Ensure compliance for technical and programmatic requirements within program budgets.
- Ensure all services and products are completed on time and on budget to customer requirements.
- Keep current the Statement of Work, Program Management Plan, and all related program management documents.
- Lead program reviews, both internally and with the customer, reporting and providing status of activities on a timely basis.
- Act as a point of escalation and resolution for program issues and roadblocks.
- Analyze risk (e.g. technical, cost, and schedule), and initiate corrective action.
- Lead strategic initiatives to support portfolio growth and longer-term business continuity, including generation of mitigation plans.
- Manage the preparation for requests for information (RFI), requests for proposals (RFP), Requests for Quotations (RFQ), and basis of estimates
- Ensure a high-level of customer intimacy and satisfaction.
- Manage program resources through liaison with engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Commercial, Product teams.
- Provide leadership and mentorship to program teams.
- Initiate product, service, and process improvements.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline required, PMP considered highly desirable.
- 10 + years experience in Program Management, ideally in complex technical projects or defence and aerospace, preference for international markets.
- Experience in managing programs according to cost, schedule, and quality commitments.
- Comprehensive knowledge of project management tools and methodologies.
- Desire and capability to interact effectively with customers to influence, negotiate, assure a level of intimacy and satisfaction, and grow the assigned portfolio.
- Leadership skills including interpersonal skills and collaboration.
- Strong writing skills and experience writing program management plans.
- Experience in planning techniques and fiscal management.
- Capability to provide effective briefings to Senior Management both internally as well as externally within our customer base.
- Creative problem solving to contribute to continuous growth and improvement.
- International travel will be required with this position.
It is a requirement that General Dynamics Mission Systems-Canada be registered with the Canadian Controlled Goods program and that all of its workforce be security assessed. Successful applicants must meet all applicable security requirements, including but not limited to the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance. Applicants may be required to meet additional security requirements in order to gain access to technical data, classified areas or information that is subject to international regulations. You must be eligible to work in Canada.
Additional Information
The hiring range for this position is $130,000 to $165,000 CAD per annum. This role is eligible for a management incentive plan. Our goal is to provide a fair and competitive offer based on an assessment of internal equity and your qualifications, including:
- Relevant experience
- Technical and non-technical skills
- Education and certifications
Benefits
As a full-time employee at General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada, you’ll enjoy a competitive total rewards package that supports your professional and personal well-being:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and eligible dependents from day one (no cost), including flexible benefits options (HCSA) emergency travel insurance, and 24/7 virtual care services.
- Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP), onsite fitness facilities, and employee resource groups.
- Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer contributions after 3 months, RRSP access from day one, and financial planning support.
- Flexible time off including vacation, holidays, parental leaves with top-up options, sick leave, and disability programs.
- Career development through learning platforms, educational assistance, mentoring, and reimbursement of professional memberships.
- Additional perks such as employee discounts, free onsite parking, social clubs, and an annual scholarship program for employees’ children.
Why join us?
- Purposeful Innovation: You’ll work on innovations that genuinely make a difference. You’ll apply advanced thinking, design expertise, and practical problem-solving to help equip military and allied forces with leading-edge systems. You’ll be surrounded by some of the brightest minds in the defence sector, contributing to next-generation technologies in an environment that celebrates creativity, new ideas, and modern solutions.
- Connection: We believe people do their best work when they feel they belong, and their ideas can flourish. Different perspectives, experiences, and ways of thinking help us innovate and grow. Strong relationships with our teammates help us unite, overcome challenges, and deliver the world-class quality we’re known for. Here, we are committed to inclusivity and ensures every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered.
- Challenging and Rewarding Career Pathways: Your career path matters to us. From mentorship and regular check-ins with your leader to educational support, professional certifications, and continuous training, you’ll have the resources you need to thrive. We encourage internal mobility so you can explore different business areas, broaden your skillset, and expand your network. You’ll be working on high-profile, impactful projects that challenge your skills, expand your expertise, and allow you to both learn from mentors and guide others along the way.
Accommodation
If you require accommodation during any stage of the application process, please contact Human Resources via [email protected].
Closing Date
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
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