When you join CAE, you become pat of a proud and rich legacy spanning over seven decades of excellence.
Together, we drive innovation in simulation-based training and operational support, elevating safety, efficiency and readiness worldwide. From empowering pilots and defence forces to perform at their best when the stakes are highest, to contriuting to groundbreaking technologies that ensure safe and efficient travel for millions-every role matters.
Here you'll collaborate with a diverse, purpose-driven team, committed to making the world saffer and more sustainable. If you're ready to build a meaningful career with an industry leader, CAE is where you belong.
Description
Reporting to the D&S Canada Regional QEHS Manager and dotted line to the Moose Jaw Program Director, and working in close collaboration with DND (end-user), this role is accountable for ensuring compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and airworthiness requirements governed by DTAES for assigned aircraft fleets. The Manager, Compliance and Continuous Improvement is responsible for implementing, evaluating, and continuously improving the integrated Quality, Environment, Health & Safety (QEHS) Management System at Moose Jaw operations.
Make decisions and recommendations in accordance with CAE policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.
Lead and manage a multidisciplinary Quality Assurance team, including Quality Assurance Specialists, a Document Management Specialist, and an HSE Specialist (4 direct reports).
Provide day-to-day people leadership to a tenured team of subject matter experts, fostering a culture of respect, accountability, safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Drive sustainable process improvements, operational excellence, and regulatory compliance aligned with ISO standards and Canadian airworthiness requirements.
Support the ramp-up and ongoing execution of the FAcT program, including the implementation and adaptation of quality assurance processes for new aircraft entering service.
Maintain and adapt quality systems and processes supporting the NFTC program, ensuring alignment with evolving operational and regulatory requirements.
Plan, manage, and execute internal and external audits and inspections, including audit scheduling, preparation, follow-up actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Establish, monitor, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) aligned with local, regional, and global objectives.
Lead root cause analysis activities related to quality issues and ensure the implementation of effective and sustainable corrective actions.
Coach, train, and support team members in quality processes, standards interpretation, and regulatory compliance.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure quality objectives are integrated into operational activities.
Maintain a strong on-site presence (5 days per week); remote work is rare.
Perform other duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Business, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in Quality, HSE, or Compliance roles, preferably within aviation, manufacturing, or defense environments.
Demonstrated people leadership experience, including leading experienced professionals and managing performance, priorities, and development.
Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards, with the ability to interpret requirements and respond to audit inquiries.
Experience managing internal and external audits, inspections, and corrective action programs.
Strong analytical skills, including root cause analysis and the development of sustainable corrective and preventive actions.
Proven ability to develop and manage KPIs and support continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma).
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all organizational levels.
Eligibility to work in Canada as a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or holder of a valid work permit.
Ability to obtain and maintain Controlled Goods clearance and Government of Canada NATO SECRET security clearance.
Ability to work on-site full time.
Preferred Qualifications
Lead Auditor certification for ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and/or ISO 45001.
Experience with CANEA.
Strong knowledge of Canadian regulatory requirements and DTAES airworthiness standards.
Experience supporting large-scale program ramp-ups or new aircraft introductions.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office 365.
Benefits:
Benefits: fully flexible for you to choose what is important
Retirement: Defined Benefits Retirement Plan & Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
Financial Perks: Employee Stock Purchase Plan & numerous corporate discounts
Personal and Family Programs: Physical Wellness Plan & Supplementary Maternity Plan
Fun at work: social and community events all-year round!
At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.
CAE is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, nationality, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by law. We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available—contact your recruiter or email CAECarrieres-Careers@cae.com if needed.
CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.
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About CAE
At CAE, we equip people in critical roles with the expertise and solutions to create a safer world.
As a technology company, we digitalize the physical world, deploying software-based simulation training and critical operations support solutions. Above all else, we empower pilots, cabin crew, airlines, and defence and security forces to perform at their best every day and when the stakes are the highest. Around the globe, we’re everywhere customers need us to be with more than 13,000 employees in approximately 250 sites and training locations in over 40 countries. CAE represents more than 75 years of industry firsts—the highest-fidelity flight and mission simulators as well as training programs powered by digital technologies. We embed sustainability in everything we do. Today and tomorrow, we’ll make sure our customers are ready for the moments that matter.