GDMSI
Life Cycle Material Engineering Specialist
Ottawa, ON, Canada · Full-time
No sponsorship$90k-$110kDetected 8 days ago
Machine LearningData AnalysisCybersecurityHRCustomer SupportElectrical EngineeringCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingMentoringPublic Speaking
About the role
- If you're looking for meaningful work that contributes to a safer, more secure world, you'll find purpose here.
- Every day, your skills will directly impact programs that matter.
- Different perspectives, experiences, and ways of thinking help us innovate and grow.
Responsibilities
- Guide Product Support Technicians and Technologists, Coordinators, and Commercial Officers, enabling them to achieve their quality and on-time-delivery goals and objectives.
- Lead through influence and mentor Technicians and Technologists in managing product support problems, conducting fault isolations/analyses, and driving solutions.
- Identify systemic gaps in processes and procedures, and partner with the affected stakeholders to design and implement resolution mechanisms.
- Partner with coordinators to ensure the integrity of all Product Support data and ensure comprehensive documentation of repair process.
- Leverage data analytics and expert judgement in developing cost estimates, and in producing and presenting high-impact reports, analyses, and briefings (such as status reports, root cause analysis, Tear Down and Investigation reports, and repair analysis reports) to internal and external stakeholders.
- Conduct obsolescence investigation, validate substitutions, and manage EC/Approval processing, contributing to overall life cycle management of materiels.
- Champion continuous improvement projects from concept through implementation, ensuring they are aligned with Project Support business objectives and priorities.
- Provide expert technical feedback during development of products, and acts as engineering technical program representative to repair programs requiring support on electrical and mechanical components.
- Perform any additional duties as delegated by the Manufacturing Engineering & Product Support Manager.
- Strong relationships with our teammates help us unite, overcome challenges, and deliver the world-class quality we're known for.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Strong understanding of product design, system integration, manufacturing processes, and test/diagnostic methods for complex electronic systems.
- Experience performing failure analysis, root cause analysis, troubleshooting, and implementing corrective solutions.
- Experience supporting Department of National Defence (DND) programs, defence-related products, or military systems.
- Experience with Life Cycle Material Management (LCMM), including product sustainment, maintenance, repair, and supportability activities.
- Experience with software programming, scripting, or technical tools used for troubleshooting and process improvement.
- Experience with Lean principles, continuous improvement initiatives, and process optimization.
- Familiarity with AI/ML models and emerging technologies.
- Applicants may be required to meet additional security requirements in order to gain access to technical data, classified areas or information that is subject to international regulations.
- You must be eligible to work in Canada.
Skills
- Recommend corrective and preventive actions to program engineering teams for potential product quality issues.
Compensation
- $90k-$110k
Benefits
- As a full-time employee at General Dynamics Mission Systems-Canada, you'll enjoy a competitive total rewards package that supports your professional and personal well-being:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and eligible dependents from day one (no cost), including flexible benefits options (HCSA) emergency travel insurance, and 24/7 virtual care services.
- Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer contributions after 3 months, RRSP access from day one, and financial planning support.
- Flexible time off including vacation, holidays, parental leaves with top-up options, sick leave, and disability programs.
- Career development through learning platforms, educational assistance, mentoring, and reimbursement of professional memberships.
- From mentorship and regular check-ins with your leader to educational support, professional certifications, and continuous training, you'll have the resources you need to thrive.
- Education and certifications
- Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP), onsite fitness facilities, and employee resource groups.
- Additional perks such as employee discounts, free onsite parking, social clubs, and an annual scholarship program for employees' children.
Company info
- This may involve occasional travel to customers' sites.
- Here, we are committed to inclusivity and ensures every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered.
- Purposeful Innovation: You'll work on innovations that genuinely make a difference.
- Serve as the primary technical liaison for customers, leading on-site troubleshooting assignments, and representing the company's expertise.
Equal opportunity
- If you require accommodation during any stage of the
Visa & Work Authorization
- applicable security requirements, including but not limited to the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance
This listing is sourced directly from GDMSI's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.