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Québec, Québec, Canada
Onsite
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This Position reports to:
Global Product Management and Marketing, ManagerBusiness Execution & Engineering Operations
Take your next career step at ABB with a global team that is energizing the transformation of society and industry to achieve a more productive, sustainable future. At ABB, we are committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, safety, integrity, and innovation across everything we do.
As the Space & Defense Systems (SDS) Manager – Business Execution & Engineering Operations, you will lead the successful execution of ABB's Space & Defense Systems business, ensuring the delivery of complex customer programs and mission-critical solutions for government and strategic commercial customers.
Reporting to the Head of Global Product Management & Marketing, you will provide leadership across engineering execution, program delivery, contract operations, systems integration, supply chain coordination, quality, deployment, and lifecycle support. You will drive operational excellence, customer satisfaction, profitability, compliance, and long-term business growth while building a high-performing organization focused on mission success.
Lead the operational and financial performance of ABB's Space & Defense Systems portfolio.
Ensure safe, compliant, on-time, and on-budget execution of complex customer programs and contracts.
Drive engineering execution, program governance, risk management, and operational excellence across the business.
Partner with Sales and Business Development teams to support strategic growth opportunities and customer engagements.
Build and develop a high-performing organization that delivers exceptional customer outcomes and sustainable business results.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Business Management, or a related field.
10+ years of leadership experience within Space, Defense, Government Technology, National Security, or another highly regulated industry.
Demonstrated experience leading engineering execution, program management, or contract delivery organizations with accountability for business performance.
Strong knowledge of program governance, risk management, systems integration, and customer delivery in complex technical environments.
Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and engage executive stakeholders, strategic partners, and customers.
More About Us
ABB's Measurement & Analytics division delivers innovative technologies that help customers improve safety, operational performance, and mission-critical decision making. In this newly created strategic leadership role, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of ABB's growing Space & Defense Systems business and make a lasting impact on customers operating in some of the world's most demanding environments.
We look forward to receiving your application.
ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive.
Employment Equity & Inclusion Statement (Canada)
ABB values the dedication, commitment, and expertise of all our employees. As an Employment Equity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We actively support the principles of the Employment Equity Act and strive to build a workforce that reflects Canada’s diversity, including:
• Women
• Indigenous Peoples
• Members of visible minorities
• Persons with disabilities
ABB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know.