OWSS Program FTS Technician

Description

The posting is for a long-term position with General Dynamics Land Systems in the National Capital Region (NCR) in support of the Department of National Defence (DND). This position is embedded within the DAVPM 2 Equipment Management Team (EMT) as part of the Optimized Weapon System Support (OWSS) Wheeled Light Armoured Vehicle (WLAV) Fleet Technical Services (FTS) Team in Ottawa, Ontario. The focus of a Life Cycle Material Manager (LCMM) is to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of sustainment operations while minimizing life cycle cost and down-time associated with the support of their assigned material

Position Description:

• Perform Life Cycle Material Management activities in key functional areas including; Engineering, Logistics, Configuration Management (CM), Technical Data, Procurement, Supply, Quality Assurance, and Disposal
• Receive and respond to technical feedback from users and maintainers
• Advise the EMT on issues that may impact fleet availability
• Provide Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) to the OWSS team with Logistic Support Analysis Record (LSAR) changes, task development, technical data, waivers, and deviations
• Perform periodic site visits to units, bases, supply depots, work centers, and GDLS locations
• Interface with supply support organizations and help resolve supply management issues
• Interface with other EMT groups for WLAV equipment not managed by the WLAV EMT
• Log, prioritize, analyze, and respond to problem reports (PRs)
• Prepare Statements of Work (SOWs) for technical work performed by contractors or other agencies
• Evaluate proposals, reports, and demonstrations by contractors or other agencies
• Evaluate Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) and Equipment Support List Change Notice (ESLCNs) for supportability impacts and technical feasibility
• Interface with DND scaling and cataloguing organizations
• Maintain all technical and Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) data held by the EMT
• Maintain access and update all technical information in DRMIS
• Co-ordinate updates to technical and ILS data performed by contractors
• Performing vendor and Canadian Forces Base (CFB) visits and investigate technical and CM/SE/ILS/LCMM issues with DND personnel
• Provide technical support to the EMT Supply Management Planners
• Review all supply demands to validate the requirement, prioritize issues, monitor stock levels, and identify candidates for new procurement
• Provide support in the analysis of the fleet supportability performance
• Provide technical advice and support to CAF field units whether in domestic or international ops/exercises
• Manage serialized equipment and tooling in DRMIS
• Build and maintains positive working relationships with internal and external customers
• Exercise a mindset of continuous process improvements and efficiencies

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to work in the NCR; Ottawa, Gatineau, and surrounding area
• University degree and/or; College diploma and/or; previous experience as a Military Vehicle Technician and/or; 310T Truck and Coach Mechanic Certification
• Minimum 10 years related experience
• Valid Provincial Driver's License
• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills
• Detailed knowledge of DND maintenance and supply processes
• Detailed product knowledge of WLAV automotive and/or turret systems
• Must be able to acquire and maintain Level II security clearance
• Knowledge of the theories, principles, policies, and procedures of the Canadian Federal Government and how they relate to life cycle management, inventory control, procurement and repair and overhaul
• Demonstrated ability to respond to customer requirements and manage expectations while ensuring satisfaction
• Customer and detail oriented with a demonstrated ability to analyze and solve problems
• Superior organizational skills with the ability to be agile, set priorities and multi-task under pressure
• Strong English oral and written communication skills
• Self-motivated and effective working in a team-oriented environment
• Proficient in MS Office applications, with a focus on advanced Excel skills including Macros, Formulae, and Pivot Tables
• Must be able to meet Anthropometrical Size Restrictions
• Ability to travel (10% Canadian, 5% US & International) and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport

Preferred Qualifications:

• Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) RCEME Technician with DP2 qualification
• Bilingual (French/English)
• Previous Life Cycle Material Manager or Project Management experience
• Detailed knowledge on use and application of DND departmental software such as CFSS, DRMIS (SAP), and CGCS
• Extensive experience with DND equipment maintenance
• LAV 6.0 Family of Vehicles operational experience and/or maintenance experience
• Armoured Combat Support Vehicle (ACSV) operational experience, and/or maintenance experience