ILS Project Manager, Major Programs

Location: Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

Workplace: Onsite

Career Opportunity

GeoSpectrum is growing and has a new career opportunity for an experienced Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) Project Manager of Major Programs!

Reporting to the Program Manager, the ILS Project Manager plays a key role in leading the planning, integration, and delivery of ILS activities across assigned defence and commercial programs throughout the complete product lifecycle. As the program focal point for ILS, this position offers the opportunity to influence critical program decisions by ensuring reliability, maintainability, availability, supportability, operational readiness, and lifecycle cost considerations are integrated from proposal and design through manufacturing, delivery, warranty, and in-service support.

Working as part of multidisciplinary program teams, the ILS Project Manager collaborates with technical and program stakeholders to drive successful outcomes, while managing ILS scope, budget, schedule, risks, resources, suppliers, and contractual deliverables. This role is ideal for a strategic and collaborative leader who enjoys balancing project management excellence with an ILS-focused approach to support customer commitments and the long-term sustainment of innovative products and solutions.

About Us

GeoSpectrum Technologies was founded in 1994 by friends who wanted to work together and build a collaborative workplace where employees take pride in contributing to cutting‑edge technology from concept to delivery. Based in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, we design and manufacture state‑of‑the‑art underwater acoustic components, transducers, and end‑to‑end systems for maritime surveillance and exploration. Serving clients across ocean science, defence, and oil and gas industries, we are known for our innovation and for delivering reliable, customized solutions that exceed customer expectations. Over three decades, our core values have shaped a supportive and creative environment that emphasizes employee engagement, technical excellence, and strong customer relationships.

To learn more about who we are and what it's like to work at GeoSpectrum, we invite you to watch our company video by visiting www.geospectrum.ca.

Responsibilities

ILS Project Leadership

• Plan, manage, and control all ILS activities throughout the program lifecycle, including scope, budgets, schedules, resources, risks, deliverables, and performance, while providing regular status reporting to program leadership and customers.
• Lead the ILS activities for assigned programs, ensuring the successful planning, execution, and delivery of all ILS objectives and contractual requirements throughout the program lifecycle
• Provide ILS leadership and representation at customer meetings, technical reviews, program reviews, and team meetings, ensuring effective cross-functional collaboration and communication.

ILS Deliverables

• Lead the planning, development, review, and delivery of assigned ILS deliverables, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements, applicable standards, quality expectations, and program milestones.
• Define the scope, content, acceptance criteria, and delivery schedule for ILS deliverables, ensuring they satisfy customer requirements and support program objectives.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration to develop, review, approve, and deliver high-quality ILS products that meet customer expectations and program milestones.

Customer, Supplier and Cross-Functional Coordination

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders, serving as the primary ILS point of contact for assigned programs and building effective collaboration and customer satisfaction.
• Communicate ILS priorities, progress, risks, and recommendations clearly and effectively to customers, program leadership, and cross-functional teams, ensuring stakeholder alignment and program execution.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration across internal teams and external partners to coordinate ILS activities, resolve issues, and ensure the successful delivery of program commitments.

Business Development and Continuous Improvement

• Support business development activities by contributing to proposals, cost estimates, Statements of Work (SOWs), and ILS solution development.
• Identify and implement improvements to ILS processes and tools to improve quality, efficiency, consistency, and overall program delivery.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Engineering, Integrated Logistics Support (ILS), or a related field, or equivalent relevant military or industry experience.
• Minimum three (3) years of Project or Program Management experience leading Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) activities on complex programs
• Demonstrated people leadership experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams and building strong working relationships with customers, suppliers, and key stakeholders
• Experience working within the defense industry, with a strong understanding of lifecycle support, contractual requirements, quality management, and configuration management.
• Recognized ILS qualifications are considered an asset.
• Understanding of industry standards and best practices, including GEIA-STD-0007, S-Series ILS Specifications (S1000D, S2000M, S3000L), or equivalent standards, is considered an asset.

Core Competencies

• Goal and Result-oriented- Demonstrate the ability to set clear goals and objectives, communicate clearly, plan your work, and strive to achieve target results.
• Client Focused- Demonstrate the ability to actively listen for customer needs, professionally communicate with the customer, set expectations and deliver on the commitment.
• Decision Making- Demonstrate the ability to gather and process information, exam possibilities, comparing them, and choosing a course of action.
• Problem Solving- Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills. Identify challenges and collaboration to create viable solutions; anticipate risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Project Management- Demonstrate the ability to effectively prioritize projects, tasks, resources, and deadlines. Demonstrate effective time management skills, by prioritizing, delegating and monitoring progress and performance.

Security Requirements

All candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain Canadian Controlled Goods and Canadian Government Security clearances.

Total Rewards

We recognize that our people are our most valuable asset. Our Total Rewards package is designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and long term success. It includes a competitive base salary, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, paid time off, opportunities for professional development, and programs that recognize and reward your contributions.

We offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Work-life balance with core hours
• Paid time off
• Employee-family assistance program
• Comprehensive Extended Health Group plan benefits
• Virtual healthcare
• GRSP employer match plan
• Corporate discounts and perks
• Career development opportunities
• Professional development and training
• Monthly activities led by Social Committee
• Employee driven wellness and activity initiatives
• Onsite gym for employees
• Free on-site parking

Professional Development

GeoSpectrum is committed to creating an environment where colleagues can thrive both professionally and personally, while advancing cutting edge underwater acoustic technology. You'll engage in regular development and performance discussions with your manager, have access to an online learning platform, and benefit from mentoring programs designed to strengthen your skills and open doors to new opportunities in your field.

We foster a collaborative and inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, opportunities for growth are equitable, and every colleague can reach their full potential. At GeoSpectrum Technologies, we hire and develop talented individuals who drive innovation.

Accommodation

GeoSpectrum Technologies is committed to employment equity and building a diverse workforce where every employee can bring their best self to work. We encourage applicants from all qualified individuals, including underrepresented individuals who identify as African Nova Scotian, racially visible, Indigenous persons, LGBTQIA2S+, persons with disabilities, and women. GeoSpectrum will accommodate applicants' disability-related needs, up to the point of undue hardship, throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. If you are a member of an equity group, we encourage you to self-identify on either your application form, covering letter, or resume.

Apply Today

While we sincerely thank all applicants for taking the time to apply, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

If you require a disability-related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the recruitment team by email at [email protected].