Research & Technology Program Manager; Landing & Integration

Research & Technology Program Manager (Landing & Integration) Job Details

Reference number :

Domain :
Performance and Support

Job field / Job profile :
Project management - Project management

Employment type :
Permanent

Professional category :
Employees / Staff

Part time / Full time :
Full-time

Job description :
Lead Research & Technology (R&T) program management activities for the Landing & Integration division in Toronto, driving technology maturation and innovation in alignment with business strategy.

• Lead complex R&T programs from early research to maturity (TRL progression).
• Manage cross‑functional teams (Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Procurement, Quality).
• Ensure delivery on cost, schedule, and performance.
• Contribute to technology roadmap and identify emerging trends and weak signals.
• Drive open innovation through external partnerships (startups, suppliers, academia).
• Represent the company in conferences and innovation ecosystems.
• Promote AI awareness and integration into R&T activities.
• Actively represent Safran in the Ontario and Canadian R&T funding ecosystems.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or higher.
• Strong technical background with proven program management experience.
• Ability to lead cross‑functional teams without direct authority.
• Strategic mindset with strong execution skills.
• Curiosity, external orientation, and strong communication abilities.

Salary : $104,600 to $130,700

Reason for Recruitment :
Replacement

We welcome applications from individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. Safran Landing Systems Canada Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a positive, supportive, and inclusive environment with continuous learning opportunities and a focus on workplace well‑being.

Safran Landing Systems Canada Inc. offers accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process and will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known in advance.

All applicants must meet the following requirements:
Minimum age of 18 years. Canadian Controlled Goods Regulations (CGR), U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Canadian government security clearances and applicable contractual obligations.

North America, Canada, Ontario, Toronto, Ajax

Minimum education level achieved :
Bachelor's Degree

Minimum experience level required :
More than 8 years