Asset Management Specialist

IMP Aerospace & Defence; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Tuition Reimbursement Program

3 paid personal days

12 statutory holidays

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Canada is seeking a Project Manager for the CP140 Aurora aircraft modifications, ensuring timely project management and support. This role requires strong organizational skills, project management experience in military or civilian aircraft, and the ability to conduct technical communication. The successful candidate will manage multiple responsibilities while working with DND and IMP teams. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package from day one, including various employee programs and personal days.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of aircraft maintenance or maintenance support experience.
• Project management experience in or associated with military aircraft or civilian aircraft.
• Strong presentation skills and ability to read technical orders.

Responsibilities

• Respond to inquiries and provide project-related assistance.
• Manage project lifecycle in accordance with Project Management principles.
• Prepare briefings to DND personnel and IMP Management as required.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Technical writing skills

MS Office proficiency

Project management experience

Education

Formal project management training

Tools

SAP

JDE

Job description

Why Choose IMP Aerospace & Defence

IMP Aerospace & Defence is one of the leading companies in the Aerospace field and is committed to equality advocacy. We believe that wherever you work at IMP, you are part of our ever‑growing team. IMP achieves success through a teamwork mindset, and you will not be defined solely by your role.

Requisition ID: 2219

Position Overview

Responsible to the IMP CP140 Aurora OWSS Project Manager, in support of the DND CP140 Aurora Aircraft Modifications and Special Projects, using Project Management principles. This responsibility includes the generation, interpretation, maintenance, and analysis of technical information with agreed schedules and other project data. This position will be located at 455 Boulevard de la Carrière, Gatineau, and will report to the CP140 WSM Office Team at DND.

What You Will Do

• Respond to inquiries from CP140 operational bases, and CP140 Weapon System Manager’s (WSM) staff by providing project related assistance and modification support in a timely manner;
• Take full project management responsibility for each project lifecycle in accordance with Project Management principles;
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of CP140 Canadian Forces Technical Orders (CFTO’s);
• Prepare, and track the completion of project and modification related change documents (DND AF9000) associated with material modifications or technical changes. Carry out Configuration Management Activities when requested as well as publication amendment forms (AICPs and CMPCs) as directed by DND.
• As required, prepare and review aircraft modification project proposals, project plans, CF Mod packages, information leaflets and/or SOWs (Statement of Work);
• Ensure recommendations impacting airworthiness are coordinated with both DND and the IMP Senior Design Engineer;
• Examine and coordinate the optimization of component Life Cycle Costing (LCC), which support customer requirements, with input from LSA Engineering and IMP Materiel;
• Maintain IMP & DND databases related to Project Management;
• Prepare, and/or assist with the preparation and delivery of briefings to DND personnel and IMP Management as required;
• Participate in training, personnel development activities and continuous improvement;
• Other duties assigned in support of Equipment Asset Management Specialists within the department.

What You Will Bring

• Strong organizational and communication skills; strong presentation skills;
• A comprehensive knowledge of military or civilian aircraft maintenance;
• Good technical writing skills, the ability to read and interpret aircraft technical orders and drawings;
• Ability to use MS Office software with particular abilities in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point, Microsoft Project;
• Five (5+) years of aircraft maintenance or maintenance support experience;
• Project management experience in or associated with military aircraft or civilian aircraft;
• Be able to demonstrate a personal commitment to Occupational Health, Safety and Environment policies;
• Formal project management training would be a significant advantage; PMP certification would be considered an asset;
• Three (3) or more years of experience in DND aircraft engineering administration;
• Four (4) or more years of project management experience;
• A working knowledge of the CF Supply System, SAP, or JDE would be an asset;
• Training in Logistics Support, Reliability Centered Maintenance and/or asset management is a definite strength;
• Training in aircraft mechanical systems is preferable;
• A demonstrated awareness or participation in Continuous Improvement, Lean & 8S activities;
• Must be eligible to meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Secret Level II Security Clearance through PSPC- Contract Security Program, and Transport Canada RAIC clearance.

What We Will Do For You

• All IMP's benefits become effective on your first day of work, regardless of your position.
• Employees are entitled to 3 paid personal days and 12 statutory holidays per year.
• We offer a comprehensive Benefits Package, including RRSP Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, Long Service Awards, Volunteer Grant Program, Scholarship Program, and more!

IMP is committed to Employment Equity and our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative at all job levels. We welcome applicants from Indigenous People, Visible Minority Groups, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self‑identify on either your cover letter or resume.