About the role
Job Title:
Project Manager
Location:
Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada
Role Type:
Project Manager – QinetiQ Target Systems Canada (QTSC)
Medicine Hat, AB | Full-Time | Permanent
Be Part of Something Extraordinary
QinetiQ Target Systems Canada (QTSC) is hiring a Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex, high-impact projects from our Medicine Hat location. This is an exciting opportunity to join a global defense and security organization where innovation, integrity, and collaboration drive everything we do.
QTSC specializes in the design, manufacture, and operation of advanced uncrewed surface and air target systems. As part of QinetiQ Group, you’ll contribute to solutions that protect lives and enable missions around the world.
️ What You’ll Do
Lead the planning, scheduling, and execution of high-impact projects.
Collaborate across engineering, operations, and business teams to ensure seamless delivery.
Monitor performance using KPIs and proactively manage risks.
Contribute to bids and proposals with robust project plans and schedules.
Build trusted relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
Ensure compliance with contractual, regulatory, and defense security standards.
Team & Collaboration
Model QinetiQ values and inclusive behaviors.
Communicate clearly and consistently with colleagues at all levels.
Foster engagement and collaboration across departments.
Promote a safety-first mindset and customer-focused culture.
Contribute to strategic planning and operational alignment.
What You Bring
A degree in Business, Engineering, Project Management, or equivalent experience.
3+ years of project management experience, ideally in defense, aerospace, or regulated industries.
Expertise in project governance, risk management, and cost/schedule control.
Effective communication skills and confidence reporting to senior stakeholders.
PMP, PRINCE2, or CAPM certification preferred—but we value hands-on experience just as much.
Eligibility for Canadian Controlled Goods Certification and security clearance.
Local presence in Medicine Hat with the ability to work on-site 4–5 days/week.
Preferred : experience in defense, aerospace, or similarly regulated industries.
Why QinetiQ?
QinetiQ offers a high-performing, inclusive, and hybrid workplace where you can thrive, contribute meaningfully, and be your authentic self. Our Inclusion, Diversity & Belonging strategy ensures equity of opportunity and fosters a culture where everyone feels they belong. With employee-led networks and flexible working practices, we empower our people to grow and innovate together.
Explore our culture
Live Well in Medicine Hat
E njoy the lifestyle perks of Medicine Hat: affordable living, short commutes, and a welcoming, family-friendly community. Learn more at Opportunity Awaits | Move to Medicine Hat .
Ready to Make an Impact?
Apply now and help us engineer a safer, more connected future.
About QinetiQ
QinetiQ is an integrated global defence and security company focused on mission-led innovation. Our purpose is protecting lives by serving the national security interests of our customers.
We employ more than 8,000 highly-skilled people, committed to creating new ways of testing technologies, systems, and processes to make sure they meet operational needs; and enabling customers to deploy new and enhanced capabilities with the assurance they will deliver the performance required.
About the role
Job Title:
Project Manager
Location:
Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada
Role Type:
Project Manager – QinetiQ Target Systems Canada (QTSC)
Medicine Hat, AB | Full-Time | Permanent
Be Part of Something Extraordinary
QinetiQ Target Systems Canada (QTSC) is hiring a Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex, high-impact projects from our Medicine Hat location. This is an exciting opportunity to join a global defense and security organization where innovation, integrity, and collaboration drive everything we do.
QTSC specializes in the design, manufacture, and operation of advanced uncrewed surface and air target systems. As part of QinetiQ Group, you’ll contribute to solutions that protect lives and enable missions around the world.
️ What You’ll Do
Lead the planning, scheduling, and execution of high-impact projects.
Collaborate across engineering, operations, and business teams to ensure seamless delivery.
Monitor performance using KPIs and proactively manage risks.
Contribute to bids and proposals with robust project plans and schedules.
Build trusted relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
Ensure compliance with contractual, regulatory, and defense security standards.
Team & Collaboration
Model QinetiQ values and inclusive behaviors.
Communicate clearly and consistently with colleagues at all levels.
Foster engagement and collaboration across departments.
Promote a safety-first mindset and customer-focused culture.
Contribute to strategic planning and operational alignment.
What You Bring
A degree in Business, Engineering, Project Management, or equivalent experience.
3+ years of project management experience, ideally in defense, aerospace, or regulated industries.
Expertise in project governance, risk management, and cost/schedule control.
Effective communication skills and confidence reporting to senior stakeholders.
PMP, PRINCE2, or CAPM certification preferred—but we value hands-on experience just as much.
Eligibility for Canadian Controlled Goods Certification and security clearance.
Local presence in Medicine Hat with the ability to work on-site 4–5 days/week.
Preferred : experience in defense, aerospace, or similarly regulated industries.
Why QinetiQ?
QinetiQ offers a high-performing, inclusive, and hybrid workplace where you can thrive, contribute meaningfully, and be your authentic self. Our Inclusion, Diversity & Belonging strategy ensures equity of opportunity and fosters a culture where everyone feels they belong. With employee-led networks and flexible working practices, we empower our people to grow and innovate together.
Explore our culture
Live Well in Medicine Hat
E njoy the lifestyle perks of Medicine Hat: affordable living, short commutes, and a welcoming, family-friendly community. Learn more at Opportunity Awaits | Move to Medicine Hat .
Ready to Make an Impact?
Apply now and help us engineer a safer, more connected future.
About QinetiQ
QinetiQ is an integrated global defence and security company focused on mission-led innovation. Our purpose is protecting lives by serving the national security interests of our customers.
We employ more than 8,000 highly-skilled people, committed to creating new ways of testing technologies, systems, and processes to make sure they meet operational needs; and enabling customers to deploy new and enhanced capabilities with the assurance they will deliver the performance required.