Life-Cycle Sustainment Manager – Aerospace Sector

Are you experienced in managing technical aviation operations and ready to lead a team responsible for sustaining critical aerospace systems?

We are seeking a Life-Cycle Sustainment Manager to oversee sustainment and logistics activities related to complex avionics systems within a military aviation environment. The person in this role will coordinate priorities between engineering, operations and supply chain teams while maintaining visibility on repair cycles and support deliverables. This position requires a calm, structured leader with strong communication skills and a solid technical understanding of aviation operations in regulated environments.

We offer

• A strategic role within a major aerospace sustainment program
  • The opportunity to lead a specialized technical and logistics team
  • A collaborative environment connecting engineering, operations and supply chain
  • A salary around $120,000 depending on experience
  • Competitive benefits comparable to large aerospace programs
  • A role combining team leadership and technical coordination
  • A few planned trips to Ottawa during the year
  • The opportunity to contribute to the operational readiness of critical aviation systems

A day in the life

• Supervise the daily activities of the sustainment and logistics team
  • Plan workload and ensure the delivery of logistics and technical support outputs
  • Maintain visibility on repair cycles and the status of repairable components
  • Coordinate operational priorities with engineering, operations and supply chain teams
  • Track task progress and escalate operational risks or constraints when required
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to team members
  • Participate in program meetings and planning activities
  • Contribute to the improvement of logistics processes and tools

You must have

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience
  • At least 5 years of experience managing teams, projects or sustainment activities in aerospace or defence environments
  • A minimum of 10 years of hands-on technical experience with military or civil aviation equipment
  • Experience with logistics systems, inventory management tools and ERP platforms
  • Familiarity with maintenance or sustainment information systems used in regulated industries
  • Canadian citizenship or permanent residency and the ability to obtain Secret security clearance
  • Strong communication and team coordination skills
  • The ability to work independently in a fast-paced operational environment

Assets

• Supply Chain Management certification or PMP certification
  • Experience within the Canadian Armed Forces or a military aviation environment
  • Familiarity with defence maintenance or logistics systems
  • Training or experience related to airworthiness

You may apply directly on this page or send your resume to: v.randone@maxsys.ca

This position is open to candidates who are legally authorized to work in Canada. Thank you for your interest. Only candidates who meet the requirements of this role will be contacted. The masculine form is used for simplicity.