Samuel People serves both public and private sector executives.
The COO will serve as the senior internal operator of Solstice Defence Corporation, responsible for operational execution, institutional discipline, and day-to-day management. This individual will serve as a trusted representative of the company’s leadership and will confidently engage at the highest levels of government, the military, and industry.
· Retired or imminently retiring senior RCAF officer (general officer rank or equivalent)
· Demonstrated leadership of complex, multi-stakeholder organizations
· Strong engineering, technical, or science-based background
· Deep familiarity with aerospace, ISR, space, cyber, C2, NORAD modernization, and emerging military technologies
· Established network across DND, central agencies(PCO, TBS, GAC), allied militaries, and the defence industrial base
· Brings immediate credibility and authority in senior defence, government, and allied environments
· Loyal, discreet, and aligned with a founder-led enterprise
· Low-ego, team-oriented leader with sound institutional judgement
· Comfortable representing Solstice Defence Corporation independently at senior engagements
· Clear communicator across technical, military, political, and commercial audiences
· Fluency in English and French
· Experience working within the U.S., NATO and Five Eyes frameworks
Please send an email with your resume and cover letter attached.