About This Role

Who We Are: 

CAE Vision: Our vision is to be the worldwide partner of choice in defense and security, and civil aviation by revolutionizing our customers’ training and critical operations with digitally immersive solutions to elevate safety, efficiency and readiness. 

CAE Defense & Security Mission: CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop and maintain the highest levels of mission readiness. 

CAE Values: Empowerment, Innovation, Excellence, Integrity and OneCAE make us who we are and we strive to make a difference in the world while helping each other succeed. 

What We Have to Offer: 

Comprehensive and competitive benefits package and flexibility that promotes work-life balance 

A work environment where all employees are valued, respected and safe 

Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver, take initiatives and make decisions 

Recognition, professional development, advancement and having fun! 

Summary  

The Director of Software Engineering is responsible for leadership over the Software Engineering department in the Technology & Product (TPD) organization in support of CAE USA, D&S global and corporate strategic objectives. Must have leadership capabilities for technical management of software engineering initiatives, including software/hardware integration, with detailed knowledge of software development, integration, test and deployment practices and methodologies.   This is a full-time, in office position. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities  

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

Accountable for ensuring the TPD Software Engineering team establishes staffing supply and maintains critical skills, and coordinates with Chief Engineers, R&D Principal Investigators, and other stakeholders to ensure workforce planning aligns with the business needs 

Previous experience in a functional leadership role and with proposals, bidding, EACs, and risk & opportunity management 

Detailed, hands-on experience across the full product lifecycle from requirements, design, development, integration, test and deployment 

Must be a focused, driven, milestone-oriented leader with the demonstrated ability to direct teams, coordinate with other department leaders and ensure production of high-quality products with flawless execution 

Responsible for resource management within the TPD Software Engineering team, including training and career development 

Provide a highly engaged work environment for department leaders and team members 

Supervisory and performance responsibility for direct reports, and oversight of performance of secondary reports 

Continuous improvement of department performance through processes improvement, tool identification and development, and other initiatives 

Oversight of execution in compliance with company policies and procedures, including timely completion of corporate training 

Active communication and status reporting of all above items with TPD leadership team 

Qualifications and Education Requirements  

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Aerospace, or a related field or equivalent experience 

Minimum 10 years of experience working on DoD programs, preferably in Military Simulation & Training 

Sufficient understanding of business concepts to effectively manage budget and schedule performance 

Understanding of simulation hardware and software architecture, components, and technology 

Experience with Systems Engineering, Hardware / Software Integration and product testing 

Eligible for a US DoD Security Clearance 

Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

Strong motivation, leadership, and team building skills 

Ability to effectively manage technical teams 

Excellent problem solving, situational assessment, and conflict resolution skills 

Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously through proper delegation skills and selective personal involvement 

Ability to motivate and facilitate effective change 

Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.  

Security Responsibilities  

Must 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.   

 Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance.  

Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.  

Work Environment  

This job operates in a professional office environment with a professional business casual dress policy. This is not a remote or hybrid position.  This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.  

Physical Demands  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.   

Must be able to travel both domestic and internationally. 

Must be able to work overtime 

Other Duties  

Please 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.  

CAE 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. 

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 hrops@caemilusa.com 

Position Type                       

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, 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 CAECarrieres-Careers@cae.com.