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