Senior Engineering Manager (Systems Engineer) – David Aplin Group

Title of the Job: Senior Engineering Manager (Systems Engineer)

Location: Ottawa, ON

Job Description: If you are a talented and experienced Senior Engineering Manager, Aplin has the right opportunity for you! Our client, a leader in their field, has partnered with Aplin to grow their team in Ottawa, ON!Responsibilities:

• Lead efforts to establish and promote best-in-class systems engineering practices organization-wide. Advocate for the adoption of industry standards, methodologies, and tools to enhance efficiency and quality across all engineering projects.
• Provide visionary leadership to the Systems Engineering Team, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment. Set clear objectives, mentor team members, and support professional development opportunities.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to integrate effective systems engineering practices across the organization. Drive continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging systems thinking to optimize processes and workflows.
• Offer expert technical guidance to resolve complex engineering challenges, emphasizing the importance of systems thinking. Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a strong matrix organization to integrate systems engineering solutions across various projects.
• Effectively allocate resources to maximize team productivity and project outcomes. Collaborate with HR for recruitment, onboarding, and performance management of engineering staff, focusing on nurturing systems engineering talent.
• Act as a liaison between the Systems Engineering Team and key stakeholders, clearly articulating the value of effective systems engineering practices.
• Establish systems engineering processes and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to ensure their effectiveness, suitability, and value across the organization.
• Manage departmental budgets and expenditures with a focus on advancing systems engineering capabilities. Identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize resource allocation to maximize ROI.
• Identify potential risks and vulnerabilities in systems engineering projects and develop mitigation strategies. Proactively monitor emerging technologies and industry trends to anticipate future challenges and opportunities.
• Other duties as assigned by the Head of Engineering Functions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in systems engineering, with at least 3 years in a managerial or leadership role.
• Eligible to apply for, or currently hold, a Professional Engineer (P.Eng) license.
• Proven track record of successfully leading teams, developing technical capability, and driving effective systems engineering practices.
• In-depth knowledge of systems engineering principles, methodologies, and tools.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to advocate for systems engineering practices to technical and non-technical stakeholders alike.
• Strong strategic thinking and decision-making abilities, with a focus on driving business impact through systems engineering excellence.
• Experience in regulated industries such as aerospace, defense, or healthcare is desirable.
• Certification in project management (e.g., PMP) or systems engineering (e.g., INCOSE) is desirable.
• Flexible and able to work remotely and in an office environment, with occasional travel required.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Must be eligible to meet the requirements of export control regulations, including the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and Canadian government security requirements.

If you meet most of these qualifications, we encourage you to apply!Aplin is an award-winning employment agency dedicated to connecting diverse, top-tier talent with exceptional organizations across North America. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and there are no fees to apply for our jobs or to engage with our recruiters in finding a new career. Companies hire us to help them expand and diversify their teams. All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, which includes having the appropriate documentation, such as a work permit.

Company Name: David Aplin Group

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