Are you looking for an opportunity to join a company that allows you to combine your passion for learning with the chance to develop your skills and grow your career?  Challenge, reward and opportunity; PAL Aerospace is committed to offering them all. If you're interested in working in an environment that values and respects your contribution, then we would like to hear from you.

PAL Aerospace is a leader in international aerospace and defense design, development and operation of airborne surveillance aircraft, heavy maintenance checks and software applications. We provide a wide range of aviation and related services to domestic and international markets. PAL Aerospace is driven by technology and is proud to be a pioneer of industry-leading innovations in special airborne missions.

PAL Aerospace has partnered with SkyAlyne who has been named by Canada as the preferred bidder for the Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) Program which Is our next generation pilot and aircrew training program for the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF).

We are now calling for expressions of interest in anticipation of a Contract Award in 2024. This Program will be a 20+ year contract and will be managed from the National Capital Region (Ottawa), with one of its main operational locations in Winnipeg, MB.

The scope of the FAcT Program contract includes all training and in-service support requirements needed to prepare Pilots, Air Combat Systems Officers, and Airborne Electronic Sensor Operators to meet the future aerospace requirements of the RCAF. In collaboration with the Government of Canada and several major Canadian subcontractors, SkyAlyne will provide live-flying, simulator and classroom-based training, facilities construction and management, information management and information technology support, site support services, aircraft maintenance and much more.

PAL Aerospace is searching for an experienced Business Analyst to join our Programs team preferably based in our St. John’s, and Ottawa offices. As a leading aerospace and defense company, we are committed to excellence in everything we do, and our program development function is no exception. If you're a forward-thinking Project Management professional who thrives on building strong relationships, driving organizational success, and making a meaningful impact, then this opportunity with PAL Aerospace is your chance to be a key player in our journey to redefine excellence in the aerospace industry.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Requirements Management

• Document, decompose, manage, and track current business requirements.
• Document, decompose, manage, and track Project and Program requirements.
• Facilitate workshops, meetings, interviews to gather requirements.
• Create test plans, test scripts, and work with stakeholders as needed to monitor test execution while assessing, tracking, and managing defects.
  
  

Process Management

• Create and implement process improvement strategy.
• Develop process models for optimization.
• Enhance and continually improve performance reporting.
• Analyze results against trends and benchmarks to find efficiencies and opportunities.
• Work closely with stakeholders to define and document applicable processes, procedures, etc.
  
  

Project Management

• Prepare or assist with other project-related documents or tasks as required by the Project Manager.
• Conduct GAP analysis on existing and new solutions.
• Provide support for the development and reporting of key performance indicators for senior level management.
• Create reports, PowerPoints, and other communication to management as required.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications:

• IIBA certification (E or CCBA) or PMI – PBA
• PMI – CAPM or PMP equivalent considered an asset.
• Experience in an Aviation/Aerospace setting considered an asset.
• Proven experience in process development.
• Experience using MS SharePoint, PowerPoint, Visio, Excel, Project, Power of BI, as well as Jama software.
  
  

Security Responsibilities:

Must comply with all company security and data protection usage, policies and procedures. Personally responsible for adhering to marking and handling requirements for protected and/or classified information and assets, in any forms, as per Government of Canada security requirements. Must maintain confidentiality and not release or divulge any information and or assets for unauthorized purposes under per the Security Information Act, Access to Information Act, Privacy Act or breech of any Government Security Policy or Oath of Secrecy.

• Incumbent must be eligible for Government Personnel Security Clearance.
  
  

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

What PAL Aerospace offers you:

• Personal travel privileges with PAL and interline agreements with other airlines.
• Employee and Family Assistance Programs.
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Employee Tuition Assistance Program.
• Opportunities for growth.
• PAL Days between Christmas & New Years.
  
  

PAL Aerospace is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that celebrates and encourages diversity, equity, and inclusion whereby individuals are recognized, supported, and respected.

Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank You.

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