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These training solutions enable mission readiness and improve the overall safe execution of complex military operations. The training solutions replicate with exceptional fidelity operation of high technology equipment interacting in a virtual environment indistinguishable from real world operations. Subcontracts Program Manager to work with our Sr. Director US Operations to manage the execution of subcontracts for materials, equipment, supplies and services of a highly specialized and complex nature through all phases of the program lifecycle.\nDevelop, implement, and manage strategies for our critical subcontracts. Working with technical and program management resources to delivery acquisition ready work share packages to major subcontract partners.\nDeliver quality customer service to both internal and external customers and foster and maintain good supplier relationships, while driving transparency and success across the supply chain. This is an evolving position of visibility that works with all levels of program management, finance, engineering management, and operations management.\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\nReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nDevelops supply chain and subcontract strategies that support both current and future program needs. Work with functional and program teams to make these plans actionable.\nCoordinates with program management, business development, engineering, and executive leadership to incorporate recent innovations and industry best practices into our global supply chain.\nProvide subcontracting strategies, guidelines and training to Program Managers regarding the development and release of effective subcontract statements of work (SSOW) and associated work scoping material. This may include reviewing and editing SSOWs for high priority programs.\nSupport program teams and subcontracts administration in routine tracking and management of major subcontractor performance to include delivery, quality, and earned value. \nDevelop and implement negotiation strategies that support program financial goals.\nConduct briefings to both internal and external senior leaders in order to convey strategies for improving supply chain and subcontract performance. \nSupport additional proposal and/or program start-up activities when not supporting SSOW development or training\nLiaison with subcontract management resources and the program teams to ensure continued alignment and clarification of subcontract tasking to include performance-based criteria\nAnalyzes subcontract program performance data to determine gaps or trends\nAttend high priority program start-up and monthly status reviews and document observations\nQualifications and Education Requirements\nBachelor's Degree, Master’s Degree preferred. \nMinimum 10-12 years subcontract or program management experience, with aerospace and defense preferred.\nDemonstrated experience in planning and bidding proposals or management of supplier performance\nPractical experience and understanding of US Government acquisition regulations such as the Federal Acquisition Regulations, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement, etc.\nDemonstrated success in leading and developing cross functional teams.\nStrong organizational and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, with all levels of management and individual contributors.\nExperience with Configuration Management, Risk Management, Integrated Master Schedules, Earned Value Management, Sales and Operations Planning\nExperience leading a team of individual contributors\nStrong business acumen and understanding of how Supply chain performance is an enabler to business growth\nProficient understanding of key elements of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FARs) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARs\nPreferred Skills/Certification\nPrior professional experience working Supply Chain Management (SCM) fundamentals including, processes, procedures, policies, systems, and overall understanding of subcontracts\nNCMA (CPCM, CFCM, CCCM), DAWIA, and/or ISM Certification\nDemonstrated Risk Management experience\nSignificant experience managing the development and compliance of requirements (SOWs, specifications, contractual terms, etc.)\nSecurity Responsibilities\nMust 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.\nIncumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance. \nDue to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.\nWork Environment\nAbility to travel nationally and internationally, 10% of the time.\nAbility to handle essential duties and responsibilities worldwide.\nWork will be performed in an office environment on a hybrid schedule\nPhysical Demands\nThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.\nAbility to operate personal computer, communicate via telephone.\nAbility to work many hours under pressure.\nOther Duties\nPlease 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.\nCAE 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.\nApplicants 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 \nAbout CAE\nAt 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.\nPosition Type\nRegularEqual Opportunity Employer\nCAE 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 .\nData Privacy\nPrivacy Statement | CAE\nAs part of our process, we may use AI-supported tools to help review applications, with human decision-making at every step. 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