Junior Supply Chain Engineering Analyst (New Grad)

Canadian Inclusion; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended Health Coverage

RRSP matching

Paid vacation

Job summary

Thales Canada Inc., Defence and Security is seeking a Junior Supply Chain Engineering Analyst (New Grad) in Ottawa hybrid. You will support material planning, data validation, and BOM maintenance while coordinating with LCMMs, ILS, procurement, and customers.

The role offers exposure to MRP, data analytics, and continuous improvement in a regulated defense environment. Fluency in English is essential, French is desirable, and a Bachelor’s or Technologist diploma is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, mechatronic, aerospace, naval, industrial, reliability, or related engineering discipline; or Engineering Technologist diploma with co‑op/internship.
• 0-2 years of relevant experience in supply chain, manufacturing, logistics, maintenance planning, engineering, data analysis, or related fields.
• Co-op, internship, capstone project, military, or technical work experience will be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of material support solutions as directed by Supply Chain Engineers, LCMMs, and program stakeholders.
• Assist in maintaining material master data and support data quality initiatives across supply chain systems.
• Process and maintain Material Requirements Planning (MRP) parameters and entitlements for storerooms and inventory locations.
• Support implementation and maintenance of preventive maintenance Bills of Material (BOMs) based on approved technical data and maintenance documentation.
• Assist with material definition, cataloguing, data validation, and provisioning activities to enable timely and accurate procurement of materials at the lowest reasonable cost.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on supply chain processes, operational performance, and data quality.
• Conduct analysis of spare parts requirements, inventory levels, and material usage trends.
• Prepare reports, dashboards, and metrics related to material availability, inventory performance, and program KPIs.
• Support obsolescence investigations, alternate part evaluations, and replacement part approval activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Communication

Excel proficiency

Willingness to learn logistics

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Engineering Technologist diploma with co-op/internship

Tools

SAP

Maximo

OmegaPS

DRMIS

Job description

Thales Canada Inc., Defence and Security

Junior Supply Chain Engineering Analyst (New Grad) (Education)

Ottawa, ON., Halifax, N.S., Victoria, B.C. (CAN.), Hybrid

Position Summary

The Junior Supply Chain Engineering Analyst (New Grad) supports the planning, analysis, implementation, and maintenance of material support requirements for complex equipment and systems.

Working under the direction of Supply Chain Engineers, the Analyst helps ensure that material data, maintenance requirements, Bills of Material (BOMs), and inventory planning information are accurate and effectively managed by coordinating with Life Cycle Materiel Managers (LCMMs), Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) specialists, Procurement personnel, and Customers.

The Analyst develops practical experience in material planning, logistics engineering, maintenance support, and supply chain processes while contributing to program performance, material availability, and cost-effective service delivery.

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

• Support implementation of material support solutions as directed by Supply Chain Engineers, LCMMs, and program stakeholders.
• Assist in maintaining material master data and support data quality initiatives across supply chain systems.
• Process and maintain Material Requirements Planning (MRP) parameters and entitlements for storerooms and inventory locations.
• Support implementation and maintenance of preventive maintenance Bills of Material (BOMs) based on approved technical data and maintenance documentation.
• Assist with material definition, cataloguing, data validation, and provisioning activities to enable timely and accurate procurement of materials at the lowest reasonable cost.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on supply chain processes, operational performance, and data quality.
• Conduct analysis of spare parts requirements, inventory levels, and material usage trends.
• Prepare reports, dashboards, and metrics related to material availability, inventory performance, and program KPIs.
• Support obsolescence investigations, alternate part evaluations, and replacement part approval activities.
• Assist in investigating and resolving material-related issues raised by program stakeholders.
• Support Supply Chain Engineers in material requirements associated with defined scopes of preventive maintenance (PM) and corrective maintenance (CM) activities.
• Support Engineering, Procurement, Warehouse, and Service Delivery teams with material information and master data queries.
• Participate in team meetings and provide updates on assigned tasks and action items.
• Ensure compliance with applicable program requirements, procedures, standards, and quality controls.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, mechatronic, aerospace, naval, industrial, reliability, or a related engineering discipline; or
• Engineering Technologist diploma with relevant co‑op or internship experience.

Experience

• 0-2 years of relevant experience in supply chain, manufacturing, logistics, maintenance planning, engineering, data analysis, or related fields.
• Co-op, internship, capstone project, military, or technical work experience will be considered an asset.

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Willingness to learn logistics support analysis, material planning, inventory management, and maintenance support processes.

Language

• English (Essential)
• French (Desirable)

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with inventory management, supply chain, maintenance, or logistics concepts through academic coursework, co‑op terms, or internships.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Exposure to ERP or maintenance management systems such as SAP, Maximo, OmegaPS, or DRMIS.
• Understanding of Bills of Material (BOMs), preventive maintenance concepts, or inventory planning.
• Knowledge of military, naval, aerospace, or other highly regulated technical environments.
• Experience working with large data sets and performing data validation or analysis.

Special Position Requirements

• Schedule: 40 hours per week.
• Physical Environment: Hybrid position – which is a mix of working from home and onsite (in office, at customer site or on‑board ships alongside in harbour).
• Travel: Occasional domestic travel maybe required in support of the ships.

Pay Transparency

The anticipated Total Target Compensation (TTC), inclusive of annual salary and bonus eligibility, for this role is $180,000 to 220,000 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.

What We Offer

• 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.

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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.