Technical Program Integration Lead

The Technical Program Integration Lead serves as the focal point for integrated planning and execution within a major program segment, product area, or technical domain

This role bridges technical complexity and program execution by transforming multiple engineering, product, software, hardware, operations, integration, and supplier workstreams into a cohesive, executable, and measurable program plan. Working across technical teams, systems engineering, program management, and program controls organizations, the Senior Technical Program Integration Lead ensures scope, dependencies, risks, readiness criteria, and delivery commitments are accurately represented within the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and broader program framework

Unlike a traditional Project Manager or Integrated Program Controls Analysts, this role drives technical planning maturity, cross-functional alignment, and execution discipline while ensuring technical teams operate as a fully integrated part of the overall program

The role is accountable for establishing and maintaining a credible, integrated execution plan, identifying, and proposing workarounds and mitigations for risks and dependencies early, and enabling leadership to make informed decisions based on clear assessments of program readiness and execution health

Success in this position requires strong technical acumen, systems-level thinking, and the ability to influence diverse stakeholders toward a common execution strategy

Key Responsibilities

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum 10+ years of experience in technical program management, systems engineering, product development, engineering integration, program planning, or related disciplines within a complex technology environment
• Experience leading integrated planning and execution activities across multiple technical and business functions
• Experience developing and maintaining Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), and integrated execution plans
• Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional dependencies, technical risks, and milestone readiness assessments
• Experience supporting complex programs involving multiple stakeholders, suppliers, and organizational teams
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, Business, or a related discipline; equivalent experience will also be considered
• Experience leading integrated planning, technical program execution, systems engineering coordination, or complex product development activities
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical work into executable plans with clear ownership, sequencing, and dependencies
• Experience developing and maintaining integrated schedules and work breakdown structures
• Proven ability to coordinate activities across multiple technical disciplines and organizational boundaries
• Strong systems-thinking capability with the ability to understand interfaces, dependencies, and integration challenges
• Experience identifying and managing technical and execution risks
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to influence without direct authority across matrixed organizations
• Ability to operate effectively in complex and evolving environments while creating structure, alignment, and execution clarity

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in satellite communications, aerospace, defense, telecommunications, networking, software platforms, or other complex technology development environments
• Familiarity with Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), milestone-based execution frameworks, and program governance processes
• Experience with WBS development, integrated planning methodologies, and schedule management tools
• Exposure to system integration, verification and validation, operational readiness, and deployment activities
• Familiarity with systems engineering practices, including requirements management, configuration management, and technical baseline control
• Experience supporting technical reviews, readiness assessments, and major program milestones
• Understanding of program controls, forecasting, risk management, dependency tracking, and performance measurement practices
• Advanced degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, Program Management, or a related field

Security & Compliance Requirements

• Canadian Reliability Status (Minimum) is required
• Eligibility for Controlled Goods Program (CGP) Registration is required
• Ability to handle controlled, sensitive, and export-regulated technical data in compliance with Canadian and international regulations

Decision Making & Supervision:

• This role is an individual contributor. 

Working Conditions:

• Working conditions are typical of a downtown Ottawa office environment.

The successful candidate must be able to work in Canada and obtain Reliability Status.

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