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Launch Program Director - Confidential Client

Location: Toronto, ON (On-site)

About the Role

Our client, a Canadian orbital launch and space systems company, is hiring a Launch Program Director to own the end-to-end delivery of their launch vehicle and launch site programs. This is a foundational leadership seat reporting directly to the CEO, with full accountability for technical, schedule, budget, and business outcomes from concept through flight.

What You'll Own

Program strategy, lifecycle management, and phase-gate discipline across vehicle and ground system development. Integrated program budget, schedule, and resource planning. Executive and board-level reporting. Launch campaign execution including readiness reviews, range coordination, and post-flight reviews. Key customer, supplier, regulatory, and government stakeholder relationships. Program-level risk management and decision-making under uncertainty. Building and mentoring the program management team as the organization scales.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's in Engineering (Master's preferred) or equivalent leader-level experience
• 8 to 10 years in launch system development and operations (orbital or suborbital)
• Track record leading full lifecycle programs through flight campaigns
• Strong command of program management fundamentals: budgeting, scheduling, earned value, and executive reporting on large-scale hardware programs
• Working knowledge of launch operations, range safety, and countdown procedures
• Familiarity with Transport Canada, FAA, or equivalent regulatory frameworks
• Proven ability to lead in fast-paced, rapid-iteration environments
• Canadian work authorization or eligibility to obtain it