Our client a supplier of advanced manufacturing and high-precision CNC machining to the global defense, aerospace, automotive, and heavy industrial sectors has requested we search for a Senior Project Manager
Senior Project Manager - Military/Defence/Aerospace Key Factors Defence Contract & Program Management
Capital Project & Manufacturing
Tender & Proposal Management
Regulatory Compliance (CGP, ITAR/EAR, ISO/AS9100)
Responsibilities Responsible for leading projects through their entire lifecycle (pre-award activities to post-award execution)
Managing projects involving large-scale manufacturing, capital investment (CAPEX), and industrial capability development.
Project Manager lead and oversee a team of project coordinators, engineers, planners
Knowledge Project management methodologies and lifecycle practices (PMBOK or equivalent)
Defence contracting processes and compliance frameworks
Manufacturing processes, engineering workflows, and quality systems (ISO, AS9100)
Cost control, budgeting, and Earned Value Management (EVMS)
Industrial security and export compliance (CGP, ITAR, EAR)
Construction and CAPEX project principles within manufacturing settings
ERP/MRP systems and project scheduling software (e.g. MS Project)
Financial acumen for cost analysis, forecasting, and capital planning
Core Competencies Manage multiple concurrent projects with competing priorities
Drive continuous improvement
Project Planning & Execution
Defence Contract & Program Management




Capital Project & Manufacturing Oversight
Tender & Proposal Management
Cost, Schedule & Rick Control (EVMS)
Regulatory Compliance (CGP, ITAR/EAR, ISO/AS9100)
Client & Stakeholder Engagement
Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification preferred
10+ years of progressive experience managing complex technical and capital projects in a defence manufacturing or industrial production environment.
Proven success leading multidisciplinary project teams through both pre-award and post-award project phases.
Experience with and strong understanding of defence contract models (Firm Fixed Price, CPFF, IDIQ), and compliance (CGP, ITAR/EAR)
Hands-on experience managing manufacturing or facility CAPEX programs, including commissioning and start-up
Perks Extensive Health & Dental Coverage
Defined contribution Pension Plan
Annual Bonus Program
Competitive Wages
Job-Security (Long outstanding and growing company)
On-the-job training
Professional designation fee paid
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Referral Program
Social Events/Activities
Years of Service Program
Must be a Canadian Citizen or hold a Permanent Residency.
Successful applicant must be willing to consent to and provide a security check which may include a criminal background check.

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📌 Senior Project Manager - Military/Defence/Aerospace (Ontario)
🏢 Socket.dev
📍 Ontario