Vice President & General Manager, Solutions at CAE USA in Tampa, Florida

Job Description:

Role and Responsibilities

CAE is a high technology company, at the leading edge of digital immersion, providing solutions to make the world a safer place. Backed by a record of more than 70 years of industry firsts, CAE continues to reimagine the customer experience and revolutionize training and operational support solutions in civil aviation, defense and security, and healthcare. CAE is the partner of choice to customers worldwide who operate in complex, high stakes and largely regulated environments, where successful outcomes are critical. Testament to its customers' ongoing needs for its solutions, over 60 percent of CAE's revenue is recurring in nature. CAE has the broadest global presence in its industry, with approximately 10,000 employees, 160 sites and training locations in over 35 countries.

Founded in 1947 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, CAE has built an excellent reputation and long-standing customer relationships based on experience, strong technical capabilities, a highly trained workforce, and global reach. CAE's shares are traded on the Toronto and New York Stock Exchanges (TSX: CAE; NYSE: CAE).

Defense & Security

CAE's Defense & Security business unit focuses on helping prepare its customers to develop and maintain the highest levels of mission readiness. CAE is a world-class training systems integrator offering a comprehensive portfolio of training centers, training services and simulation products across the air, land, naval and public safety market segments. The D&S business unit serves its global defense and security customers through regional operations in Canada, the United States/Latin America, Europe/Africa, and Asia-Pacific/Middle East; all of which leverage the full breadth of CAE's capabilities, technologies and solutions.

CAE is a global leader in the development and delivery of integrated live, virtual, and constructive (LVC) training solutions for defense forces. Most militaries leverage a combination of live training on actual platforms, virtual training in simulators, and constructive training using computer-generated simulations. The solutions provided by CAE's Defense and Security business unit typically include a combination of training services, simulation products and software tools designed to cost effectively maintain and enhance safety, efficiency, mission readiness and decision-making capabilities.

Summary

CAE is seeking an experienced VP&GM, Solutions who will be responsible to lead the CAE USA Solutions P&L which consists of Mission Solutions, Training Services, and Training Centers. The VP&GM, Solutions will help shape the vision and strategy for the CAE USA Solutions business. With an eye on continued growth, this position will actively lead one of three P&Ls in D&S during a post-acquisition environment ensuring quick adaption of "Best of Breed" structures, practices and policies to support the projected expansion targets in growing this $500M+ P&L business. Consequently, the VP&GM, Solutions will be an experienced and exceptionally well-rounded business executive with a focus on customer relationships, solid financial acumen, and operational savviness. The position will report direct line to the Group President Defense & Security.

Specific Responsibilities

• Guide and direct an organization including 4 direct reports and ~1,700 overall personnel in the post acquisition integration, development, growth, and financial aspects of the organization's newly established Solutions group including Mission Solutions, Training Services and Training Centers


• Lead the development of CAE USA's Strategic Plan for the Solutions group, integrated with Defense & Security's overall plan, and launch major initiatives to realize results over time


• Oversee development, layout, budget, construction and move/consolidation into the new 300,000+ sq ft facility in Tampa. Currently in process and scheduled for move-in Summer of 2023


• Partner with the Vice Presidents, Operations and Engineering to assist with facility re-organization and manufacturing efforts


• Plan, direct and control activities, and initiatives of the operation to accomplish budgeted financial objectives


• Plan and prepare short-term and long-range plans and budgets based on Defense & Security's goals and growth objectives


• Responsible for customer satisfaction by ensuring adherence to contractual requirements for quality and schedule performance


• Responsible for proposal preparation in support of marketing initiatives and goals


• Create the structure and processes necessary to manage CAE USA Solutions current activities and its projected growth


• Develop and install procedures and controls to promote communication and adequate information flow within the organization


• Ensure that all organization activities and operations are carried out in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and laws governing business operations


• Provide expertise and leadership with joint ventures, strategic partnerships, and mergers and acquisitions Identify, evaluate, and resolve complex business issues in a collaborative manner through cross-functional business teams

Executive Management

• Serves as a member of the Executive Leadership Team of the Defense & Security Business Unit


• Participates in key decisions pertaining to strategic initiatives and operational excellence

Team Management

• Manages, mentors, and develops a team of 4 executives within a multi-location environment

Professional Experience/Qualifications

• Visible, engaged leader highly focused on developing the growth, customer relationships, and profitability of CAE


• 15+ years of extensive leadership experience acquired with a government contractor. Defense and aerospace industry preferred. Prior military service preferred


• Graduate degree in business or technical discipline with proven experience and demonstrated leadership ability


• Demonstrated track record of successfully leading a multi-site P&L of at least a $500M+ in a public company preferred


• Experience working in companies dealing with government contracts and international multi-site operations. Special Security Agreement experience a plus


• Must currently hold and maintain a US Department of Defense Security Clearance, TS/SCI desired


• Expert in business development, merger and acquisition, advocacy, and operational effectiveness


• High level of integrity and ability to inspire others through transformation that drives business results


• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community


• Effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or the CAE USA Board of Directors


• Works well in a highly team-oriented environment


• Skilled business strategist and tactician, visionary with the skills to translate concepts and ideas into results


• Business person with the ability to make sound business decisions in a highly competitive, fast moving environment


• Confident, self-reliant, with a high degree of initiative and personal drive using a positive aggressive style


• Global perspective and the ability to adapt quickly to different cultures with an appreciation for diverse added value perspectives


• Flexible, strategic team player with high integrity and ethical standards


• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents


• Digital savviness - ability to recognize and act on evolving technology trends impacting the business


• Ability to travel on a regular basis

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

CAE USA Inc. is an EOE/AA employer and gives consideration for employment to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click here EEO is the Law poster.

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Position Type

CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. With no exception.

As captured in our overarching value "One CAE", we're proud to work as one passionate, boundaryless and inclusive team.

At CAE, all employees are welcome regardless of race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability or age.

The masculine form may be used in this job description solely for ease of reading, but refers to men, women and the gender diverse.