Systems Engineering Specialist

Description

Background:With over 40 years of fielding Canadian military vehicles, General Dynamics Land Systems-Canada has a proven capability of supporting our armed forces over the long haul. Recently, we successfully completed the upgrade of the Canadian Army’s LAV III fleet, providing it with a flexible, multipurpose capability to effectively respond to a full range of operations, ensuring that the LAV remains the backbone of the Canadian Army. The Military Truck programs opportunity expands on this capability into adjacent market segments of logistical trucks and ancillary equipment. If you have, the pedigree needed to fulfill the commitment, innovation and record of accomplishment for on time delivery of projects, this opportunity is for you.  Position Description:

• Act as the Systems Engineering (SE) authority on projects
• Responsible for all SE planning including the development of the Systems Engineering Management Plan (SEMP) and Test and Verification Plan
• Responsible for the execution of the SE activities and provide support on SE issues to the Capability Architect, Project Management and the Integrated Product Team (IPT)
• Assist the Capability Architect and partners in conducting structured trade studies
• Responsible for applying and/or tailoring organizational processes including Integrated Process System (IPS) to meet the specific requirements and constraints (cost & schedule) of the project
• Responsible for system requirements development and management including requirements decomposition, allocation, compliance and verification
• Responsible for the allocation and management of weight, power, cost, space and interface requirements
• Responsible to lead the development cycle Check-Point Reviews as well as to assess the entry/exit criteria and readiness to proceed to the SE technical reviews
• Support to the system prototype integration, verification and validation
• Responsible for the technical integrity, quality and on-time delivery of the SE products
• Support the Technical Manager with development and technical execution of Integrated Master Schedule for SE scope

Position Requirements:

• University Degree/College Diploma in Engineering or technical discipline
• Minimum 5-7 years’ experience in Engineering
• Strong technical and analytical ability
• Product knowledge of Military vehicles
• Demonstrated ability to develop / manage budgets and schedules
• Excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to give ED&T presentations to internal/external customers
• Must be able to meet Anthropometrical Size Restrictions for confined space
• Ability to travel (20% Cdn) and (20% US & Int'l) and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport

Eligibility Criteria:

• Must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program;
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a government of Canada “Reliability” status and/or Level 2 (Secret) security clearance;

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the application and industry knowledge for Heavy Truck (Class 8) and Ancillary Equipment solutions
• Demonstrated ability to work in a cross-functional team and provide technical leadership and direction as appropriate
• Experience supervising technical personnel, delegating tasks and managing cost /schedule
• Experienced in major contract/subcontracts development and execution
• Professional Engineering designation

Working Environment:

• Office/Shop Floor

Physical Conditions and Hazards:

• The conditions in which an individual or staff works, including but not limited to such things as amenities, physical environment, stress and noise levels, degree of safety or danger, temperature, location.

• Nature of Supervision: Minimal (Self-directed work) 
• Work Interruptions and Distractions: Medium/significant,
• Physical Environment: Office
• Hazards: NA

Physical Demands Description:This section objectively captures and describes the physical demands that are required to perform a particular job or role. Usually completed by the ergonomist.Usual mobility demands required are standing, walking, sitting, and stair climbing to access upper offices.Equipment Utilized:This section describes the type of equipment an employee is required to use:ComputerPhoneMobile deviceMedical Surveillance:May include: Anthropometrical Size Restrictions depending on taskPersonal Protective Equipment:Applicable when interacting with shop floor (safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection. extraction coveralls)