Condition Based Monitoring Co-Op/Intern

Thales; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended Health

Dental

Travel Insurance

Well-Being program

RRSP match

Paid Holidays

Vacation days

Sick leave

Job summary

Thales in Ottawa, Canada, is seeking a Condition-Based Monitoring Co-op/Intern to join the Reliability team. You will analyze condition monitoring data and support predictive maintenance in a collaborative engineering setting.

The role provides hands-on CBM exposure, development of reliability skills, and opportunities to work on real-world industrial challenges within a global organization. The schedule is 40 hours per week in a hybrid environment.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a college or university program relevant to engineering, reliability, or related discipline.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are required.
• Excellent communication and teamwork capabilities are expected.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently with guidance.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Assist in collecting and analyzing condition monitoring data (vibration, temp, oil).
• Support operation and maintenance of CBM equipment and sensors.
• Help interpret CBM data to identify issues and trends.
• Contribute to predictive maintenance plans based on data.
• Collaborate with Reliability team to integrate CBM findings into maintenance strategies.
• Document inspection results and present findings to the Reliability Manager.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for equipment reliability.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

Enrolled in college/university program (Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Reliability Engineering)

Tools

Jira Kanban

SharePoint

Google AI tools

Excel

Job description

Location: Ottawa, Canada

In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible.

Ottawa, ON., (CAN.), Hybrid

Position Summary

Thales has a vacancy for a Condition-Based Monitoring Co-op/Intern. As a Condition-Based Monitoring Co-Op/Intern, you will be a proactive and motivated individual within the Reliability team focusing on equipment condition monitoring activities and help enhance predictive maintenance strategies through data analysis and monitoring technologies. This role offers practical exposure to advanced reliability and maintenance practices in a collaborative engineering environment.

The successful candidate will gain:

• Hands-on experience with condition-based monitoring systems and reliability engineering practices.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals in a global organization.
• Development of technical skills related to predictive maintenance and asset management.
• Exposure to real-world industrial challenges and solutions in equipment reliability.

Regulatory Compliance Requirement

This position requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software or technical information controlled under the Canadian Export Control List and/or the US the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be eligible or able to obtain authorization for such access

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Assist in the collection and analysis of condition monitoring data (e.g., vibration, temperature, oil analysis).
• Support the operation and maintenance of condition monitoring equipment and sensors.
• Help interpret CBM data to identify potential equipment issues and deterioration trends.
• Participate in the development and refinement of predictive maintenance plans based on condition data.
• Collaborate with the Reliability team and other departments to integrate CBM findings into maintenance strategies.
• Document inspection results, prepare reports, and present findings to the Reliability Manager and team.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives related to equipment reliability and monitoring processes.

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a relevant college or university program (e.g., Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Reliability Engineering, or related discipline).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork capabilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently with guidance.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy.
• Prior knowledge or coursework related to reliability engineering or condition-based monitoring is an asset.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working with a defense contract.
• Experience supporting an operational military asset.
• Experience working in or developing Jira Kanban boards.
• Experience with MS SharePoint.
• Experience with gathering data using Google and AI tools.
• Basic understanding of reliability engineering concepts is an asset.

Special Position Requirements

Schedule: 40 hours per week

Physical Environment: Office

Travel: Occasional domestic or international travel may be required, which will include access to government facilities and assets.

Pay Transparency

The anticipated Total Target Compensation (TTC), inclusive of annual salary and bonus eligibility, for this role is $48,000 to 60,000 CAD Annual . The Company reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s status protected by local, provincial, and federal laws.

AI

We use artificial intelligence–enabled tools as part of our recruitment process to support activities such as candidate discovery, résumé matching, and interview scheduling. These tools may help screen and assess applications and recommend potential matches based on the requirements within the job description. All hiring decisions, including candidate evaluation, selection, and disposition, are made by human recruiters. Artificial intelligence does not make hiring decisions on our behalf.

Why Join Us?

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Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 24 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:

• Company paid Extended Health, Dental, HSA, Life, AD&D, Short-term Disability, Cancer Care Program, travel insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and Well-Being program.
• Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP, DCPP, TFSA) with a company contribution and a match to a DCPP, with no vesting period.
• Company paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave.
• Voluntary Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Long-Term Disability.
• Employee Discounts on home, auto, and gym membership.

Thales is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. Thales is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the interview process. Applicants selected for an interview who require accommodation are asked to advise accordingly upon the invitation for an interview. We will work with you to meet your needs. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience.

This position requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software or technical information controlled under the Canadian Export Control List, the Canadian Controlled Goods Program, the Canadian Industrial Security Program, the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be eligible or able to obtain authorization for such access including eligibility to the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and able to obtain a Canadian NATO Secret clearance.