At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead innovative projects in advanced military textile manufacturing from concept to deployment.
- Company: Join a leading Canadian defense contractor specializing in high-performance textiles.
- Benefits: Enjoy a professional work environment with opportunities for growth and development.
- Other info: Collaborate with cross-functional teams and ensure compliance with military standards.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by developing critical gear for military and law enforcement applications.
- Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s in relevant fields and 5+ years in technical textile manufacturing.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
Our client, a Canadian defense contractor specializing in Manufacturing and Textiles, is in search of a highly qualified Manufacturing Project Manager. The Project Manager, Textile Engineering (Defense) leads the research, development, and high-volume manufacturing of high-performance technical textiles for military and law enforcement applications. This role oversees the execution of projects focused on advanced body armor, chemical/biological/radiological/nuclear (CBRN) protection, flame-resistant combat uniforms, and tactical gear. The candidate will navigate complex defense procurement regulations to deliver mission-critical equipment on schedule and within budget.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute Defense Projects: Lead the full lifecycle of advanced military and tactical textile projects from initial concept through rigorous testing and full-scale deployment.
- Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Guarantee that all materials and manufacturing processes strictly comply with military standards.
- Coordinate Ballistic & Mechanical Testing: Oversee performance validation, including ballistic resistance, flame retardancy, thermal protection, and chemical resistance testing with accredited laboratories.
- Manage Cross-Functional Teams: Guide engineering, R&D, and production teams to translate complex military requirements into actionable material specifications.
- Secure Supply Chain & Vendors: Manage relationships with vetted suppliers of high-performance fibers (e.g., aramids, UHMWPE) while maintaining operational security (OPSEC).
- Track Quality & Audits: Implement strict quality control frameworks to pass rigorous government audits and factory inspections.
- Report & Document: Maintain meticulous project documentation, technical data packages, and progress reports for government contracts and stakeholder reviews.
What you will get in return:
- Professional and supportive work environment.
We thank all applicants but due to the volume of applications, we will only be in touch with qualified candidates to discuss next steps.
Required Skills / Experience
- Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Textile Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Experience: 5+ years in technical textile manufacturing, with specific experience in defense contracting, ballistics, or protective military gear.
- Technical Expertise: Strong working knowledge of high-performance synthetic fibers, advanced weaving/knitting architectures, coating technologies, and material characterization.
- Certifications: PMP (Project Management Professional) and Six Sigma certification are highly desirable.
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