Lead defence offset strategy for Thales Canada Inc. in hybrid Ottawa, using industrial cooperation expertise and high-value contract negotiation skills.

This senior leadership role directs Thales Canada's Offset and Industrial Participation program. You will align initiatives with business objectives, Canada's Industrial and Technological Perks Policy, and Defence Industrial Strategy. The position requires expertise in defence procurement, contracts, stakeholder engagement, and large-scale offset strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

- Direct offset commitments and customer relationships across Canadian programs
- Develop complex ITB and Value Proposition bid solutions
- Negotiate high-stakes offset contracts and subcontracts
- Deliver annual IRB and ITB reports
- Lead,



mentor, and support the Industrial Participation team

Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
- 10-15 years' defence offset, procurement, or contracts experience
- Experience executing national or multinational offset strategies
- Demonstrated high-performing team leadership experience
- Eligibility for required export and security authorizations

Bring defence offset leadership, strategic negotiation, and industrial participation expertise to Thales Canada Inc. in Ottawa.

📌 Director Defence Offset Programs Ottawa
🏢 Canadian Inclusion
📍 Ottawa