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Ken Patrick Professional Development Program - Technical Path

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CAE

Jul 19

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • Software Engineering
  • Montréal

Requirements

  • This intensive program is for new graduates with a Bachelor of Computer Science and Engineering, preferably in one of the following fields:
  • Software, computer, electrical, Aerospace or mechanical engineering.
  • The ideal applicant would have the following qualifications:
  • Excellent academic record.
  • Strong ability to find multiple solutions to technical problems and ability to select the best solution for the specific circumstances of a project.
  • Interest in implementing changes and taking on new challenges.
  • Ability to acquire new skills and learn to understand new technologies.
  • Leadership and initiative-taking abilities demonstrated through schoolwork and extra-curricular activities.
  • Demonstrated ability to be creative and innovate.
  • Excellent organizational skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Bilingual (English & French).
  • CAE employees must be able to meet the requirements of the Canada Controlled Goods Program (CGP), and in certain cases, ITAR requirements.
  • In accordance with CAE’s Epidemic/Pandemic vaccination policy, as the work to be performed occurs on a customer site where vaccination is required by the Government of Canada, there is a condition of employment to be fully vaccinated.
  • Assets:
  • Co-op or internship experience in a related field.
  • Master's degree.
  • Artificial Intelligence training.
  • Example Assignments/Experiences:
  • The Ken Patrick program gives applicants a variety of professional experiences to help them develop based on their needs and CAE's. With the help of their coach, applicants are able to define the proportion of time they want to spend developing certain skills. The assignments acquaint applicants with cutting-edge technologies and best practices in the industry:
  • Object-oriented programming, C++, C#
  • Web and cloud technologies
  • Agile methodology
  • CAD and mechanical/electrical design
  • Continuous improvement (e.g. lean, six sigma)
  • Quality assurance, tests and integration
  • Budget monitoring and project management

Responsibilities

  • Expand their leadership skills and knowledge of CAE products.
  • Develop a focus on innovation and problem solving.
  • Receive regular coaching from a second-level manager.
  • Be supported by the other applicants and program colleagues.
  • Acquire a variety of technical skills.
  • Diversify their work experience.
  • Graduates of this program have the technical and management foundation to meet the challenges of a world leader in training and simulation.

FAQs

What is the primary mission of the Ken Patrick Professional Development Program?

The mission of the Ken Patrick program is to build the next generation of world leaders for CAE by providing top university graduates in engineering and computer science with an accelerated development pathway through four intensive assignments across different CAE business units.

Who is eligible to apply for the Ken Patrick Program?

The program is designed for new graduates with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering, preferably in fields such as software, computer, electrical, aerospace, or mechanical engineering.

What are the key professional experiences included in the program?

The program includes a variety of professional experiences such as object-oriented programming in C++ and C#, web and cloud technologies, agile methodology, CAD and mechanical/electrical design, continuous improvement practices like lean and six sigma, quality assurance, tests and integration, as well as budget monitoring and project management.

What qualifications does the ideal applicant possess?

The ideal applicant should have an excellent academic record, strong problem-solving abilities, a willingness to take on new challenges, leadership and initiative demonstrated through academics and extracurricular activities, creativity and innovation, strong organizational skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and be bilingual in English and French.

Are there any specific additional assets that would benefit applicants?

Yes, beneficial assets include co-op or internship experience in a related field, a master’s degree, and training in artificial intelligence.

What kind of support will participants receive during the program?

Participants will receive regular coaching from a second-level manager, support from their peers and program colleagues, and will have the opportunity to define their skills development focus with the help of their coach.

Does participation in the program have any vaccination requirements?

Yes, as the work performed may occur on customer sites where vaccination is required by the Government of Canada, there is a condition of employment for participants to be fully vaccinated.

What opportunities for skill development does the program provide?

The program allows participants to acquire a variety of technical skills, expand their leadership abilities, develop a focus on innovation and problem-solving, and diversify their work experience through multiple assignments.

What kind of problem-solving skills are expected from applicants?

Applicants should demonstrate a strong ability to find multiple solutions to technical problems and the capability to select the best solution for the specific circumstances of a project.

What does the program offer in terms of networking opportunities?

Participants will interact regularly with their peers, present their accomplishments to other program participants and senior management, providing valuable networking opportunities within the CAE environment.

Defence & Aerospace
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1947
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

At CAE, we equip people in critical roles with the expertise and solutions to create a safer world. As a technology company, we digitalize the physical world, deploying simulation training and critical operations support solutions. Above all else, we empower pilots, airlines, defence and security forces to perform at their best every day and when the stakes are the highest. Around the globe, we’re everywhere customers need us to be with more than 13,000 employees in approximately 250 sites and training locations in over 40 countries. CAE represents more than 75 years of industry firsts—the highest-fidelity flight, mission simulators and training programs powered by digital technologies. We embed sustainability in everything we do. Today and tomorrow, we’ll make sure our customers are ready for the moments that matter.

Culture & Values

  • Empowerment

    We give our employees the freedom to succeed by enabling them to deliver, take initiatives and make decisions at their level, while always maintaining accountability. With our “can-do” attitude, we are empowered to find solutions for all stakeholders – customers, shareholders and colleagues – in order to deliver on our commitments.

  • Innovation

    Thinking outside the box got us far and will get us even further, because we continuously look for creative solutions in everything that we do. We stay alert, agile and adaptable so as to quickly spot opportunities that can drive growth, success and continuous improvement. For us, innovation is not a department, it’s a state of mind.

  • Integrity

    Since our business is built on trust, we adhere to the highest moral standards. Integrity is the core of everything we do because it makes us a better team, gives confidence to our stakeholders, reinforces loyalty, courage and resilience, and creates a sense of community. We believe in clear, truthful communication: we celebrate the positive and learn together from the negative. Customers, employees and shareholders all deserve honesty, transparency and responsiveness.

  • Excellence

    We aim to be the very best at everything that we do. Employees, customers and shareholders know that they can depend on us because we never give up. To continuously achieve excellence, we are proactive in terms of leadership, planning, execution and long-term vision. We have a winning mindset: not only do we fulfill our customer needs with the best quality, but we anticipate and go beyond.

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