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Project Manager - Manufacturing

Talencity Inc. Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Human Resources · 11-50 employees

Oct 09
project-manager Mid (2-5 yrs) Full-time Canada
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About the role

The Project Manager leads the full lifecycle of advanced military and tactical textile projects from concept through deployment. They are responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance, managing cross-functional teams, and overseeing performance validation testing.

What they look for

Project management Textile engineering Defense procurement Supply chain management Quality control Regulatory compliance Ballistic testing Mechanical testing R&D management Technical documentation Operational security Material specifications

Requirements

The candidate must have 4-5 years of experience in manufacturing and project management, preferably within the defense sector. Strong knowledge of high-performance fibers and government procurement regulations is required.

Benefits

Professional and supportive work environment

Full description

Our client, a Canadian defense contractor specializing in Manufacturing and Textiles, is in search of a highly qualified Manufacturing Project Manager.

The Project Manager, Textile Engineering (Defense) leads the research, development, and high-volume manufacturing of high-performance technical textiles for military and law enforcement applications. This role oversees the execution of projects focused on advanced body armor, chemical/biological/radiological/nuclear (CBRN) protection, flame-resistant combat uniforms, and tactical gear. The candidate will navigate complex defense procurement regulations to deliver mission-critical equipment on schedule and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

  • Execute Defense Projects: Lead

the full lifecycle of advanced military and tactical textile projects from initial concept through rigorous testing and full-scale deployment.

  • Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Guarantee that all materials and manufacturing processes strictly comply

with military standards

  • Coordinate Ballistic & Mechanical

Testing: Oversee performance validation, including ballistic resistance, flame retardancy, thermal protection, and chemical resistance testing with accredited laboratories.

  • Manage Cross-Functional Teams: Guide

engineering, R&D, and production teams to translate complex military requirements into actionable material specifications.

  • Secure Supply Chain & Vendors: Manage relationships with vetted suppliers of high-performance fibers

(e.g., aramids, UHMWPE) while maintaining operational security (OPSEC).

  • Track Quality & Audits: Implement strict quality control frameworks to pass rigorous government

audits and factory inspections.

  • Report & Document: Maintain meticulous project documentation, technical data packages, and

progress reports for government contracts and stakeholder reviews.

What you will get in return:

  • Professional and supportive work environment

What you need to do now:

· Apply online or visit www.talencity.com

We thank all applicants but due to the volume of applications, we will only be in touch with qualified candidates to discuss next steps.

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