Business Line Leader - Mission Training & Exercises-EN

Position Overview

We are seeking an exceptional leader to drive our Mission Training & Exercises (MT&E) business line, bridging the gap between advanced technical capabilities and evolving customer requirements. You will lead a virtual, cross‑functional team to deliver industry‑leading, differentiated solutions that maintain our competitive edge in core and adjacent markets. Success will be measured against the virtual P&L performance of your business line.

You will leverage your experience in military operational readiness training and operations, bringing a deep understanding of complex mission training environments and requirements for mission readiness. As warfare evolves, training needs to evolve as well. The MT&E business line will harness your expertise in digital backbone architectures for secure, multi‑domain, distributed synthetic training environments. Partnership management with OEMs and key industry players is a must.

Strategic Business Planning

• Develop and execute comprehensive business plans with committed strategic order intake targets that drive business line revenue and profit growth
• Build and qualify a robust 5‑year pipeline aligned with regional leadership objectives
• Drive win strategy excellence to maximize PWin across all opportunities
• Lead cross‑regional market segment teams ensuring solutions, proposals and marketing alignment

Solution Development & Innovation

• Identify technology gaps linked to customer mission requirements
• Secure funding for technology development through appropriate mechanisms (program backlog, investment books, internal and customer funded R&D)
• Collaborate with stakeholders to architect comprehensive, scalable business solutions
• Map future operational requirements for next‑generation multi‑domain warfare training

Leadership & Team Development

• Build and mentor high‑performing teams through expertise development and coaching
• Drive strategic staffing decisions for pipeline opportunities
• Foster cross‑functional collaboration across technical and commercial teams

Governance & Performance Management

• Report quarterly progress through OKRs (Objectives & Key Results) and monthly management reporting
• Facilitate Lead‑to‑Award governance, including Pursue/No‑Pursue decision gates
• Maintain virtual business line P&L accountability and drive continuous performance improvement

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Sciences, Business Administration, or equivalent experience
• Minimum 10+ years in business development, capture management, sales, or program management
• Proven track record shaping and winning large strategic opportunities in complex OEM and governmental environments
• P&L leadership experience in technology, aerospace, or defense sectors
• Strong business acumen with ability to make sound decisions in competitive, fast‑paced, uncertain environments
• Influential leader capable of driving results through matrix organizations without direct authority
• Exceptional motivator who builds trust and inspires high performance
• Collaborative mindset with proven success in team‑oriented environments
• Strong communicator with excellent oral and written skills across diverse audiences (employees, customers, partners, executives)
• Active or eligible for NATO SECRET Security Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Military background
• Track record of transforming complex technical capabilities into market‑leading solutions
• Deep relationships within defense and aerospace communities
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and drive clarity in complex stakeholder environments
• Passion for advancing mission readiness through innovation and excellence

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Attractive employee benefits
• An environment where your initiatives will be recognized and valued
• The opportunity to work on a variety of projects on a multidisciplinary team
• The possibility to work from home occasionally
• Flexible schedules

Position Type: Regular

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

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 if needed.

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