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Navcanada

Manager, Software and Data Systems (Air Traffic Management)

Ottawa

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 13 days ago
Business DevelopmentBudgetingLeadershipCommunication

About the role

  • In this role, you will provide both people and technical leadership, guiding the delivery of system management infrastructure and data driven software solutions within a safety critical environment.
  • As a SAFe Product Owner, you'll help align team priorities with broader organizational goals, driving high-quality, reliable software solutions while maintaining strong technical integrity and a focus on system safety.
  • Challenging, team-oriented work environment

Responsibilities

  • Directs the software support and enhancement of SMI ( System Management Infrastructure) and Data Management Applications Software to position the services with respect to current customer needs with reasonable flexibility regarding possible new customer demands and new services or level of services.
  • Leads a team of professional and technical specialists, creates a positive environment that enables staff motivation and commitment to the function's mandate and objectives.
  • Manages a segment of the CAATS Software Organization budget.
  • Identifies and recommends improvements arising from developing technology and defines technical requirements to ensure future compatibility with all ATM systems as well as systems to which SMI and Data Management Applications interfaces to.
  • Develops and supports customer Policies, Procedures and Standards to ensure that the various in-service systems are maintained and enhanced to meet all safety, operational and efficiency requirements.
  • Develops and/or contributes to budgetary plans and projections based on requirements and priorities.
  • Engineering Development and Support
  • Reporting to the Manager, CAATS Software (NAV CANADA's Canadian Automated Air Traffic System), you will lead teams responsible for the design, development, and continuous enhancement of critical software and data systems that support flight data processing across domestic and oceanic air traffic operations.
  • You will work closely with cross functional partners to ensure systems are reliable, scalable, and aligned with operational and business needs.

Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in a software development and/or system engineering team lead role
  • Knowledge and/or experience in directing software projects by program planning, budgeting, preparing work plans, scheduling activities, setting priorities, and assigning resources to meet objectives and deadlines.
  • Up‑to‑date expertise in industry trends and emerging technologies, with strong awareness of AI‑driven innovations, modern data‑management practices, and evolving computing and communications solutions in the ATM sector.
  • Knowledge of software engineering principles.
  • Ability to listen and respond to individuals as well as run effective teams
  • Ability to negotiate deliverables with industry, consultants and project members when coordinating projects.
  • The ability to convey complex technical information in a clear, straightforward manner to groups or individuals who may not have domain or extensive technical knowledge.
  • Ability to be a subject matter specialist on multi-disciplinary task forces.
  • Bachelor's degree in software engineering or computer science or equivalent education and experience supplemented by some experience in Air Traffic Management Systems.
  • Knowledge of NAV CANADA's business and operational mandate, strategic objectives, accountability framework, corporate values and principles including how these relate to project objectives and staff and personal development.
  • Thorough knowledge and extensive experience in the development, testing, implementation and life cycle support of complex, safety critical ATM systems.
  • How others describe you:
  • Strong leadership skills
  • Excellent budget and forecast management skills.

Compensation

  • Competitive compensation and flexible benefits

Benefits

  • Flexible Work Agreement Type

Company info

  • All employees of NAV CANADA are expected to demonstrate behaviours aligned with company's Code of Business Conduct, values, safety and objectives.
  • Our Company strives to create an inclusive and barrier-free selection process and work environment.
  • Evaluates the views of customers, as the system users, with regards to effectiveness of the software under his area of responsibility and the ways in which it could be improved, and develops software modifications and configurations that are acceptable to customers.
  • Explains project and resource development tools and equipment and services provided to customers, NAV CANADA managers, suppliers, and to specialists in engineering, including systems engineers, software developers, testers, and technicians.

Equal opportunity

  • If you require accommodations during this competition process, please ensure that you inform the interview coordinator or hiring manager of any accommodation measures you may require.
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