I am a results-driven leader with 29+ years of experience across military and civilian organizations. I have built and led high-performance teams, steered multi-million-dollar contracts, and guided program and project management from planning through execution in dynamic environments. Guided by curiosity, kindness, and authentic leadership, I focus on people development, operational excellence, and delivering practical solutions that meet mission goals and client needs. I thrive in complex, cross-functional settings and am motivated to mentor others toward their professional goals.

Simon Kardynal

I am a results-driven leader with 29+ years of experience across military and civilian organizations. I have built and led high-performance teams, steered multi-million-dollar contracts, and guided program and project management from planning through execution in dynamic environments. Guided by curiosity, kindness, and authentic leadership, I focus on people development, operational excellence, and delivering practical solutions that meet mission goals and client needs. I thrive in complex, cross-functional settings and am motivated to mentor others toward their professional goals.

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I am a results-driven leader with 29+ years of experience across military and civilian organizations. I have built and led high-performance teams, steered multi-million-dollar contracts, and guided program and project management from planning through execution in dynamic environments.

Guided by curiosity, kindness, and authentic leadership, I focus on people development, operational excellence, and delivering practical solutions that meet mission goals and client needs. I thrive in complex, cross-functional settings and am motivated to mentor others toward their professional goals.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Career Manager at Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF), Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
January 21, 2021 - March 24, 2024
Responsible for the career management of 1400+ personnel across two trades and three rank levels, ensuring a balance between the members' needs and the requirements of the institution at the tactical and strategic levels.
Deputy Technical Authority CF-18 (Structures) at Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) – CF-18 Hornet Fleet, Gatineau, QC, Canada
July 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021
Responsible for the management of the structural program for the CF-18 Hornet fleet (76 aircraft). Ensured the team accounted for all impending structural inspections. Provided technical advice for non-standard repair requests from field units. Project management of various programs.
Infantry Soldier at Bosnia-Herzegovina Peacekeeping Operation
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 1999
International deployment with infantry battle group to enforce peacekeeping operations in the Balkans.
Infantry Soldier at Quebec Ice Storms Deployment
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 1997
Domestic deployment ensuring security and materiel delivery to support Canadians during significant meteorological events.
Infantry Soldier at Swiss Rescue/Recovery
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 1997
Domestic deployment involving rescue/recovery operations in the aftermath of a crash.

Education

Master of Arts in Leadership at Royal Roads University, Victoria, BC, Canada
January 11, 2030 - June 21, 2026
Advanced Leadership Programme at CW Outside Institute, Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, QC, Canada
January 11, 2030 - June 21, 2026
Officer Professional Military Education Certificate at Royal Canadian Air Force Academy, Kingston, ON, Canada
May 1, 2007 - June 21, 2026
Aircraft Structures Technician Diploma at École Nationale d'Aéronautique du Edouard Montpetit, Saint-Hubert, QC, Canada
July 1, 2000 - August 1, 2011

Qualifications

Officer Professional Military Education Certificate
May 1, 2007 - June 21, 2026
Aircraft Structures Technician Diploma
July 1, 2000 - August 1, 2011
Master of Arts in Leadership
January 11, 2030 - June 21, 2026
Advanced Leadership Programme
January 11, 2030 - June 21, 2026

Industry Experience

Government, Education, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Transportation & Logistics, Other