Advisor, New Technology Introduction Program / Conseiller, Programme de mise en œuvre des nouvelles technologies

Role overview

Responsibilities

• Deliver new screening technology introduction projects and activities supporting operational and capital plans.
• Coordinate deliverables and tasks related to technology introduction, evaluation, certification, and operation.
• Develop project plans, trial and evaluation schedules, milestones, and program reviews.
• Support CATSA’s new screening technology testing and evaluation program.
• Coordinate technology trials and support deployment with stakeholders, including airport authorities.

Required qualifications

• Relevant specialization from a recognized college or university in engineering, physics, chemistry, computer science, information technology, or another related field.
• At least four years in a technical environment involving multiple technologies.
• At least three years troubleshooting equipment and conducting tests, including designing tools and protocols and evaluating standards.
• At least three years writing test plans and reports and providing recommendations.
• Experience presenting to varied audiences and producing reports for senior management.
• Experience coordinating projects, programs, and cross-functional teams.
• Experience in an operational environment.

Skills and abilities

• Effective written and verbal communication, technical troubleshooting, analysis, and recommendations.
• Ability to work with specialized technicians, lead and engage others, multitask, prioritize, and stay organized.
• Ability to learn new technologies and work under pressure and tight deadlines.

Valuable additional qualifications

• Valuable experience includes new technology product introduction, leading technical or certification testing, and working in a highly regulated technical environment.
• Valuable knowledge includes security screening technologies, project management tools and methods, PLCs and ladder logic, airport screening and baggage systems, networks, and central image processing systems.
• Project management certification is listed as valuable.

Work requirements

• Travel and overtime may be required.
• English is essential.
• The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

Employment term

• The opportunity is fixed-term through October 30, 2027.