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Program Officer Jobs in Ottawa, ON (NOW HIRING)

ILS Officer

Ottawa, ON · Hybrid

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Officer) to conduct, contribute and assist in the preparation and delivery of various ... Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 24 or more hours ...

... Contract Officer. Reporting to the Senior Director of Global Procurement and Supply Chain ... Implement effective and compliant acquisition practices which achieve program and company ...

Police Constable

Ottawa, ON · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • PTO

In addition, a police officer is responsible for: * referring individuals to community services and ... This training program is designed to provide you with an understanding of the policing role in ...

External Relations Manager

Ottawa, ON

$85K - $115K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

They are comfortable briefing a program manager in the morning, a prime contractor's capture lead at lunch, and the CEO by the end of the day - and they are equally at ease translating quantum ...

External Relations Manager

Ottawa, ON · On-site

CA$85K - CA$115K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

They are comfortable briefing a program manager in the morning, a prime contractor's capture lead at lunch, and the CEO by the end of the day and they are equally at ease translating quantum ...

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Program Officer information

What is a program officer?

A program officer works for a non-profit organization or foundation to oversee the development of programs and learning activities and seek out grants to fund these programs. In this job, you oversee projects, manage budgets, and develop proposals to grantees as some of your duties. You need experience aligning these programs with the overall mission of the foundation or non-profit. Throughout your career, you work with a variety of people and organizations. Important qualifications include strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a program officer?

To thrive as a Program Officer, you need strong project management, analytical, and grant-writing skills, usually supported by a relevant bachelor's or master's degree. Familiarity with program evaluation tools, budgeting software, and donor management systems is often required. Exceptional communication, organizational abilities, and stakeholder engagement are key soft skills that distinguish top candidates. These skills are critical for effectively designing, implementing, and monitoring programs that meet organizational goals and deliver meaningful impact.

How does a program officer typically collaborate with stakeholders to ensure program success?

Program Officers work closely with a variety of stakeholders, including grantees, partner organizations, internal teams, and sometimes beneficiaries. Regular communication and relationship-building are crucial to understanding needs, monitoring progress, and addressing challenges as they arise. Program Officers often facilitate meetings, coordinate reporting, and provide technical assistance to ensure that all parties are aligned on program objectives and deliverables. This collaborative approach not only supports the successful implementation of programs but also fosters a learning environment for continuous improvement.

What is the difference between Program Officer vs Project Coordinator?

AspectProgram OfficerProject Coordinator
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree; often a master's in a related fieldBachelor's degree; relevant certifications optional
Work EnvironmentNonprofit, government, or international organizations managing multiple projectsProject-specific tasks within organizations, supporting project execution
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in NGOs, government agencies, and foundationsCommon in corporate, nonprofit, and government sectors

While both roles involve managing projects, a Program Officer oversees multiple projects or programs, focusing on strategic goals and stakeholder engagement. A Project Coordinator handles specific project tasks, ensuring timely execution. The Program Officer's role is broader and more strategic, whereas the Project Coordinator's role is more operational and task-focused.

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Infographic showing various Program Officer job openings in Ottawa, ON as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution.

ILS Officer

Thales

Ottawa, ON • Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago


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8.9

Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

Based on 21 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Location: Ottawa, CanadaIn fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible.For decades, Ottawa has been a global technology leader. Today, Canada's capital holds one of the brightest and most diverse technological ecosystems in North America. Voted as Canada's best place to live 2017 by Maclean's, Ottawa offers a low cost of living with a high quality of life. The Thales Ottawa office has been a major supplier and long-term trusted partner to DND, enabling the Canadian Armed Forces and the Canadian Coast Guard to achieve mission success.

Victoria, B.C., Ottawa, ON., Halifax, N.S., (CAN.), Hybrid

Position Summary

Thales has a vacancy for a Supportability and Reliability Analyst (ILS Officer) to conduct, contribute and assist in the preparation and delivery of various Supportability Engineering and Product Support Analyses, plans and reports with the objective of improving the support system of an equipment and / or a system and optimizing the maintainability, availability and the life cycle cost.

Key Areas of Responsibility

  • Review vendor documentation and identify maintenance and support requirements.
  • Collect, organize and expedite the necessary technical data to conduct Product and Logistics Support Analysis (LSA) activities such as Functional Analysis; Failures Modes, Effects and Criticality Analysis; Reliability Centered Maintenance Analysis; Level of Repair Analysis; Maintenance Task Analysis and Sparing Analysis.
  • Determine required spares and spares quantities to support equipment by reviewing technical publications and usage data as well as interacting with Thales engineering, procurement and service delivery personnel, Technical Authorities or ship staff.
  • Review Maintenance Plans, Preventive or Corrective Maintenance Schedules, and Instructions and Performance Test and operational data to propose amendments to eliminate or control equipment failures or to improve maintainability, increase ship availability or reduce life cycle costs.
  • Develop Maintenance Plans, Preventive or Corrective Maintenance Schedules, and Instructions and Performance Tests as well as Spare Parts List and accompanying Provisioning Technical Data for any new equipment or modification to existing ship systems.
  • Identify the maintenance or spares required to support Short Work Periods or Docking work Periods. Manage the data within Logistics Support Analysis Record (LSAR). Conduct Lifecycle Cost Analysis and report Thru Life Costs. Assist in the preparation and execution of various Supportability plans or B2B processes. Support Engineering personnel with the development of Engineering Change proposals.
  • Review elements of the technical data package to ensure that the technical data reflects the latest system/equipment configuration of the ships, is complete, accurate and consistent across the support solution. Prepare Statements of Work to procure supportability services and perform the role of Technical Authority in the delivery of the services.

Minimum Qualifications

  • An Engineering degree or Technologist diploma in mechanical, electrical, electronic, industrial, reliability or naval engineering.
  • Five years or more experience conducting Logistics Support Analysis in maintenance and supply support of complex systems or equipment.

If you're excited about working with Thales, but not meeting the requirements for this position, we encourage you to join our Talent Community!

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous experience working with Logistics Support Analysis application software such as OmegaPS, Reliasoft RAM, Eagle ELT, SLIC2B, PTC Windchill Risk and Reliability, and/or Analyzer.
  • Background in naval systems and equipment is desirable.
  • Experience supporting an operational military asset. Experience developing Integrated Logistics Support Plans, Processes or Procedures.
  • Experience identifying and addressing Logistics Support Analysis deficiencies in Technical Publications. Above average Microsoft Windows application experience, communications and interpersonal skills are required for this position.

Special Position Requirements

  • Schedule: 40 hours per week.
  • Physical Environment: Hybrid position - which is a mix of working from home and onsite (in office, at customer site or on board ships alongside in harbour).
  • Travel: Occasional domestic travel maybe required in support of the ships.

What We Offer
* Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 24 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:
* Company paid Extended Health, Dental, HSA, Life, AD&D, Short-term Disability, Cancer Care Program, travel insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and Well-Being program.
* Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP, DCPP, TFSA) with a company contribution and a match to a DCPP, with no vesting period.
* Company paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave.
* Voluntary Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Long-Term Disability.
* Employee Discounts on home, auto, and gym membership.


Why Join Us?

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The reference Total Target Compensation(TTC) market range for this position, inclusive of annual base salary and the variable compensation target, is between Total Target Cash 80,000.00 - 110,000 CDN Annual.

This reflects how companies in a similar industry and geographic region generally pay for similar jobs. This range helps the Company make pay decisions as one data point among many. Where a position falls within this range is also dependent on other factors including - but not limited to - the employee's career path history, competencies, skills and performance, as well as the company's annual salary budget, the customer's program requirements, and the company's internal equity. Thales may offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's status protected by local, state, or federal law.

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We use artificial intelligence-enabled tools as part of our recruitment process to support activities such as candidate discovery, resume matching, and interview scheduling. These tools may help screen and assess applications and recommend potential matches based on the requirements within the job description. All hiring decisions, including candidate evaluation, selection, and disposition, are made by human recruiters. Artificial intelligence does not make hiring decisions on our behalf.

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Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 24 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:

Company paid Extended Health, Dental, HSA, Life, AD&D, Short-term Disability, Cancer Care Program, travel insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and Well-Being program.

Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP, DCPP, TFSA) with a company contribution and a match to a DCPP, with no vesting period.

Company paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave.

Voluntary Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Long-Term Disability.

Employee Discounts on home, auto, and gym membership.

Thales is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. Thales is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the interview process. Applicants selected for an interview who require accommodation are asked to advise accordingly upon the invitation for an interview. We will work with you to meet your needs. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience.

This position requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software or technical information controlled under the Canadian Export Control List, the Canadian Controlled Goods Program, the Canadian Industrial Security Program, the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be eligible or able to obtain authorization for such access including eligibility to the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and able to obtain a Canadian NATO Secret clearance.

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