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De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (DHC) is a storied name in the aerospace industry, recognized worldwide for its pioneering contributions to aviation and its unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and reliability. Headquartered in Calgary, AB, DHC currently has approximately 1,400 employees across British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario, as well as in markets and distribution hubs world-wide.
Established in 1928, De Havilland Canada has a rich history marked by the development of some of the most iconic and versatile aircraft ever built. These aircraft have served a variety of roles—from bush flying to commercial aviation—and are celebrated for their rugged durability, operational versatility, and excellence in performance.
Over the decades, De Havilland Canada has evolved to meet the changing needs of the aviation industry. Today, we are more than just an aircraft manufacturer; we are a comprehensive aerospace company with capabilities that span design, production, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services. Our operations are supported by a team of skilled engineers, technicians, and industry professionals who are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of craftsmanship and innovation.
About Opportunity
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented student to support key departmental business owners in executing an ERP amalgamation and upgrade for our aerospace operations. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a major transformation project, contributing directly to process optimization, system implementation, and organizational change management.
This is a Calgary based position and will run from June to July with a potential to extend into the fall at part time hours.
Position Summary
The incumbent will work directly with project managers, solution architects, and internal business functions to support the successful rollout of IFS. This role will be hands-on, with responsibilities across data cleansing, validation of migrated data, solutioning participation, and developing project reporting tools directly in IFS. It’s a unique opportunity to gain experience in enterprise implementation, data governance, and PMO operations.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Participate in and support data migration activities, including validation and reconciliation of data between legacy systems and the new ERP platform and documenting discrepancies
- Participate in solutioning workshops and support tracking of design decisions and follow-ups
- Develop and maintain project dashboards and reporting tools using IFS
- Maintain organized records of project documentation, reports, and decisions to support project transparency and continuity.
- Contribute to cutover planning activities, including task tracking, stakeholder coordination, and readiness assessments leading up to go-live.
Who You Are
- A current post-secondary student in Business, Engineering, Technology, or a related field
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced and dynamic project environment
- Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook); ERP experience is a plus
Skills
- Basic to intermediary knowledge in MS Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Team oriented and works well in a collaborative environment.
- Ability to manage and act on multiple projects and priorities at one time.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Capability to maintain steady control and calm when facing challenges.
- Metrics-focused.
- Critical thinker who can navigate complex, unclear situations.
Work Location & Conditions of Employment
- Candidate will be required to live in Calgary, Alberta.
- Candidate will be required to work in the office full time in a collaborative, and innovative environment.
What You’ll Gain
- Direct exposure to a large-scale ERP implementation project
- Practical experience in process improvement, documentation, and systems integration
- Mentorship from experienced business and project leaders
- Enhanced problem-solving and communication skills in a real-world environment
At De Havilland Aircraft of Canada (DHC), we are committed to protecting our people, customers, shareholders and the public through Health & Safety Excellence. As such, it is expected that all employees maintain strict adherence to Health & Safety Policies and to perform key physical tasks of the position described in the job description and interview process. This may include but is not limited to the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions including temperature extremes, confined spaces, working at heights and with or around chemicals. Employees are expected to adhere to the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when at work which must include but is not limited to the ability to maintain a positive fit test when mask use is required.
At De Havilland Canada, we aim to be inclusive and diverse and provide equal opportunity for employment. All qualified applicants, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, and disability, are encouraged to apply. De Havilland will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise your Talent Acquisition representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
Any offer of employment is conditional on the completion of positive and satisfactory background checks, which may include, proof that you are legally entitled to work in Canada, professional references, verification of employment history, verification of educational background and criminal background checks.
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