Senior Strategic Advisor - Aeromedical Training Modernization

Adecco is currently hiring a full-time experienced Senior Strategic Advisor - Aeromedical Training Modernization to support a major transformation initiative focused on the modernization of aeromedical training capabilities within a complex defense and aviation environment. This role is ideal for a senior consultant, project leader, defense advisor, or capability development professional with extensive experience in military aviation, training modernization, organizational design, infrastructure planning, simulation technologies, and Government project delivery frameworks. You will play a key role in assessing current training systems, engaging stakeholders across Canada and internationally, developing modernization strategies, and providing decision-support recommendations to senior government and defense leadership.

Pay Rate: $90, 000 - $150, 000Location: Ottawa, ONShift: Monday to Friday Job type: Temporary | Full-time | 1-year contract Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy . Here's why you should apply: Paid weekly accurate and on time Strong health and safety programs Medical and dental benefits once qualified Free training programs New and quicker onboarding process Responsibilities: Strategic Assessment & Discovery Assess existing aeromedical training programs, curricula, syllabi, training volumes, throughput rates, learner profiles, and operational requirements Document current training devices, simulation capabilities, maintenance status, lifecycle considerations, and infrastructure requirements Review staffing models, scheduling practices, facility utilization, and operational effectiveness Conduct interviews, workshops, focus groups, working groups, and stakeholder consultations Develop and maintain collaboration platforms and information repositories Stakeholder Engagement Engage with military, aviation, medical, operational, academic, and research stakeholders across Canada and allied nations Coordinate discussions with military wings, training establishments, instructors, aeromedical specialists, researchers, and industry partners Conduct site visits to training facilities, simulation centres, and aeromedical training environments Gather user feedback, lessons learned, operational requirements, and best practices Requirements Analysis & Modernization Planning Define operational, training, medical, technology, infrastructure, and information management requirements Analyze current-state capabilities and identify deficiencies, gaps, risks, and opportunities Develop and evaluate multiple modernization options and future-state delivery models Assess cost, schedule, operational readiness, sustainability, and implementation risks associated with each option Develop recommendations for simulation technologies, XR/VR/AR capabilities, learning analytics, and digital training platforms Future-State Design Develop recommendations for: Aeromedical training systems Simulation and physiological training capabilities Digital learning technologies Infrastructure modernization Staffing and governance models Training delivery frameworks Lifecycle management strategies Define integration approaches for secure digital and enterprise platforms Recommend cybersecurity, accessibility, privacy, sustainability, and compliance standards Program Planning & Governance Develop phased implementation roadmaps and investment strategies Prepare business cases, implementation plans, governance frameworks, and decision-support materials Develop benefits realization plans, performance measurement frameworks, and change management strategies Support senior-level decision-making through presentations, reports, and recommendations Produce comprehensive project documentation and final reports outlining findings, recommendations, and next steps Qualifications and Skills: University degree (Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD) in:Business AdministrationComputer ScienceEngineeringElectrical EngineeringPublic AdministrationOr a related disciplineProfessional CertificationsThe following certifications are considered strong assets:Project Management Professional (PMP)Certified Scrum Master (CSM)Strategic Advisory & Defence ExperienceMinimum 10 years of combined experience providing advisory, project leadership, strategic planning, or analytical support in one or more of the following:Defence programsAerospace and aviationMilitary training systemsAeromedical programsInfrastructure modernizationSimulation and training technologiesGovernment of Canada capital projectsDemonstrated experience in:Evaluating workforce structures, staffing models, and organizational effectivenessDeveloping future-state operating models and governance frameworksAssessing readiness, sustainability, affordability, and operational impactsSupporting civilian, military, contractor, and blended workforce environmentsMinimum 24 months of experience within the past 60 months providing strategic advice to senior Government of Canada officialsExperience supporting decisions related to:Military aviation programsAeromedical capabilitiesDefense training systemsAviation infrastructureCapability development and modernizationExperience preparing and supporting government project approval documentation, including several of the following:Business CasesProject ChartersStatements of Operational Requirements (SOR)Treasury Board SubmissionsMemoranda to CabinetProject BriefsStrategic Context DocumentsSenior Review Board PresentationsDefense Capability Board BriefingsBriefing Notes and Executive PresentationsMinimum 24 months of experience supporting options analysis, project definition, or capability modernization initiativesExperience evaluating:CostsRisksPerformanceReadinessSustainabilityImplementation approachesMinimum 36 months of experience supporting complex modernization initiatives involving:Military training systemsAviation programsAeromedical programsSimulation technologiesInfrastructure planningOperational readiness initiativesKnowledge of military aviation and aeromedical operationsExperience with XR, VR, AR, digital learning, and simulation technologiesUnderstanding of NATO standards and military training frameworksStrong facilitation and stakeholder engagement abilitiesExperience working with senior leadership and governance boardsExcellent report writing, analytical, and presentation skillsStrong change management and strategic planning expertiseMu st be legally eligible to work, and reside in Canada Are you interested in this position? 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