Lead Thales Canada’s defence offset programs from a hybrid Ottawa role, applying strategic leadership and contract negotiation expertise.
The Director guides Industrial Cooperation and Offset strategy, aligning programs with business objectives, Canada’s Defence Industrial Strategy, and ITB Policy. This senior authority leads customer and governmental relationships, complex bids, partnerships, compliance, reporting, and major program delivery. The role supports SIX and LAS while coordinating with Business Lines, Global Business Units, and leadership.
Key Responsibilities: Lead team objectives, meetings, coaching, and performance support
Develop Offset, Industrial Cooperation, and ITB policies
Direct ITB and Value Proposition bid development




Negotiate high-stakes Offset contracts and subcontracts
Deliver annual reports to Offset Authorities
Requirements: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent skilled experience
10-15 years of defence Offset or procurement experience
Experience leading high-performing teams
Large-scale national or multinational Offset strategy experience
Advanced English communication and negotiation experience
Apply strategic Offset leadership, defence contracts expertise, and stakeholder influence to advance Thales Canada’s industrial participation commitments.

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📌 Director Defence Offset Programs Ottawa (Quebec City)
🏢 Thales Canada
📍 Quebec City