System Integration Lab Technician

Description

The Software and Cyber team is seeking a Vehicle Systems Integration Lab (VSIL) Lab Technician/Associate Specialist. We are looking for someone who is highly organized and has experience working with cross-functional organizations such as Production, Supply Chain and IPS. The Lab Technician is responsible for the day-to-day operation and coordination of activities in the VSIL for Software, Cyber and SW Test teams with 4 primary areas of responsibility:

• Procurement and material management for Engineering development needs in a compliant manner as it pertains to ITAR, CUI and Government Property
• Providing hands-on and technical support to building SILs and test benches including building prototype test harnesses.
• Supporting ad hoc or urgent requests such as preparing for VIP events
• Regular VSIL housekeeping

Key Job Elements:

• Support the day-to-day activities that occur in the System Integration Lab (SIL).
• Maintain track of high value assets and their calibration status.
• Liaise with gauge control to ensure equipment calibration cycles are maintained.
• Purchase and maintain stock of relevant consumable materials like connectors, wire, solder, heat shrink and other materials that SIL users need for their work.
• Support purchase of materials for engineering prototypes and tests.
• Responsible for the overall cleanliness and housekeeping of shared spaces in the SIL.
• Build test harnesses and/or test fixtures for the SIL including harnesses, Proto-board, small enclosures, or other hardware.
• Work with Facilities and other areas of the business to ensure there is adequate storage, electrical, IT utilities/services, and furniture for the SIL.
• Work with IT and Security to maintain security updates and status of SIL PC hardware.
• Coordinate with PMC department for shipping and receiving to the SIL.
• Support Capital and consumables funding planning or other budget to get the appropriate tools and test equipment (oscilloscopes, power supplies, multi meters, etc.) for the SIL.
• Manage annual SIL operating budget.
• For more information about the expectations related to Engineering roles at each Global Career Framework (GCF) level, see: Responsibility Matrix of ED&T KJEs by GCF Levels (located on ED&T Portal).

Required Qualifications:

• College Diploma or University Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field
• Minimum 1-3 years relevant experience.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings and schematics to build assemblies.
• Ability to use common hand tools for crimping contacts and construction of assemblies.
• Familiarity with Lab based instrumentation tools such as oscilloscopes, function generators, etc.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Must be able to meet Anthropometrical Size Requirements for confined space.
• Must be able to work in Canada and to obtain CGP (Controlled Goods Program) clearance and be eligible for access to ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) controlled data/hardware.
• Advanced computer skills in MS Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to travel (5% Cdn) and (5% US & International) and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified to IPC J-STD-001 standard for Soldered Electrical and Electronic Assemblies
• Familiar with IPC/WHMA-A-620 and GDLS wire harness manufacturing standards
• Experience with industry and military standards relevant to military vehicle design
• Experience building assemblies with automotive and military connectors
• Experience diagnosing CAN and serial bus (RS232/422/485) connections
• Have or be able to obtain and maintain Secret Level clearance

The System Integration Lab Technician opening is a current vacant position at General Dynamics Land Systems – Canada. The base salary hiring range for this position is $61,600 to $77,000 per year. Once in the role, successful candidates will have the opportunity to progress through the full salary range based on performance. This range reflects the base salary only and does not include additional components of our total compensation package, such as our incentive award program and other rewards like health benefits, employee profit-sharing, retirement savings, and more. If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss all details of our total rewards offering with you.

General Dynamics Land Systems–Canada is committed to providing all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of the employment process. We welcome and encourage applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous Persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or expression.

If you require an accommodation to assist you with any aspect of the hiring process, we will work with you to meet your needs. Contact londonHR@gdls.com if you need accommodation.

It is a requirement that General Dynamics Land Systems-Canada be registered with the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and that all of its workforce be security assessed. As such, successful applicants must meet all applicable security requirements, including, but not limited to, the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance to secret level.