Program Planner - Future Aircrew Training (FAcT)

About This Role

All for driving CAE’s success, from every corner.

Behind every success is a team of dedicated experts driving us forward. From HR professionals who shape our culture, to IT innovators driving technological advancements, Finance leaders ensuring our growth, Communicators shining a light on our story, and Legal experts safeguarding our future —every role is essential. Our enterprise functions don’t just support; they lead, playing a critical role in shaping the company’s path forward and ensuring both clients and employees are ready for the moments that matter. Be part of a team where your work makes a difference. You’ll work on impactful projects and turn ideas into reality while enjoying growth opportunities, teamwork, and a balanced work-life.

Position Overview:

As the FAcT (Future Aircrew Training) Program Planner, you will support the Program Management effort for this historic multi-billion-dollar project. Sounds like something you are up for? That’s why we need you to be part of our team. Are you looking for a work environment where you can innovate, reach greater heights and collaborate with experts from a wide range of sectors? Do you want to contribute and join CAE D&S Canada on a once in a lifetime opportunity? Come share your passion and pride with us! Canada recently awarded the FAcT program to SkyAlyne – a partnership between current RCAF pilot training providers CAE and KF Aerospace.

The FAcT Program Planner is dedicated to the FAcT Program and holds a key planning role to ensure the program continuously moves forward in accordance with the program strategy and objectives. The planner draws the attention of the executing team to the challenges ahead so that the team can best position themselves to successfully deliver on commitments.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS)

• Participate in IMS updates with the Prime Contractor and subcontractors

• Support the detailed planning of on-going activities (using the rolling wave technique when required)

• Monitor and update milestone achievements within CAE internal systems

• Inform stakeholders of project timelines and deadlines

• Perform what-if scenarios and impact analysis on the schedule to mitigate risks or to assess the impact of potential changes

• Ensure that all required schedule data is available to support Earned Value Management (EVM)

• Make recommendations with respect to best industry processes and tools

Essential Qualifications:

• Proven experience and ability in planning and scheduling

• Expert-level knowledge of project Planning and Scheduling software, in particular MS Project and Planisware

• Expert-level knowledge of the WBS, IMP, IMS, program scheduling processes, critical path analysis, critical chain analysis, and what-if scenarios

• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, in particular Excel

• Good communication skills and ability to present complex scenarios to a wide range of audiences in both English and French

• Proven problem solver who accepts ownership and accountability

• College or University degree in management, a technical specialization, or equivalent experience

• Able to work collaboratively across organizations

Desirable Qualifications:

• Familiarity with CAE’s standard simulator milestone sequence

• Project management certification (e.g., CAPM, PMP)

• Defence & Security or related program experience

• Basic understanding of EVM principles

• Experience with schedule risk management and Monte Carlo analysis

CAE offers: 

• An environment where your initiatives will be recognized and valued  

• The opportunity to work on a variety of projects on a multidisciplinary team  

• The possibility to work from home occasionally  

• Flexible schedules  

• Attractive employee benefits 

About CAE

At CAE, we equip people in critical roles with the expertise and solutions to create a safer world. As a technology company, we digitalize the physical world, deploying software-based simulation training and critical operations support solutions. Above all else, we empower pilots, cabin crew, airlines, and defence and security forces to perform at their best every day and when the stakes are the highest. Around the globe, we’re everywhere customers need us to be with more than 13,000 employees in approximately 250 sites and training locations in over 40 countries. CAE represents more than 75 years of industry firsts—the highest-fidelity flight and mission simulators as well as training programs powered by digital technologies. We embed sustainability in everything we do. Today and tomorrow, we’ll make sure our customers are ready for the moments that matter.

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CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.

CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender indentity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by local laws.

If you don't see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed in the job posting, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. 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 [email protected]