LVM Staff Project Engineer

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 Armys 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:Leadership

• As a member of the Integrated Product Team (IPT), you will support executing and coordinating GDLS-C Engineering efforts, and will support the technical aspects of subcontractor activities.
• Provide guidance with respect to the technical issues of the subcontract and coordinate to achieve the larger project execution objectives.
• Support and assist with coordinating updates and reviews of the subcontract(s) requirements, the successful candidate will support compliance with internal Engineering processes and customer-specific expectations.

Planning and Analysis

• As a support to project management, you will assist with project planning and execution for scope, cost and schedule, using EVMS, existing departmental procedures and guidance documents.
• You will use internal Engineering tools to identify, communicate and mitigate risk to ensure project success.
• Support development of Engineering Proposals/BOEs/ROMs.

Collaboration and Communication

• Keep internal and external stakeholders informed of progress & status.
• Support preparation of project deliverables, attend customer meetings as required by contract and project scope of work (Start of Work Meetings, Technical interchange meetings, Customer Design reviews, etc.).
• Liaise with other GDLS divisions and other departments to ensure all technical solutions are developed in accordance with contract and GDLS-C requirements
• Support subcontract technical issues, prepare responses, address requests issued directly or through Program Office and Contracts

Position Requirements:

• University Degree or college diploma in a technical discipline;
• Minimum 5 years relevant experience;
• Have a positive attitude and be able to work well in a team environment;
• Ability to be productive and agile in a demanding work environment;
• Demonstrated ability to document, present, and defend technical recommendations;
• Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
• 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;

PreferredQualifications:

• 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
• Experience with military contracts

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)