LAV Turret Electro-Optical Technician

General Dynamics Land Systems - Canada Corporation; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense solutions provider is seeking an OWSS WLAV FTS Turret Electro-Optical Technician in Ottawa, Ontario. This long-term position involves managing lifecycle material for the WLAV fleet, interfacing with various teams to optimize efficiencies and resolve supply management issues. Candidates should have a solid background with DND maintenance processes and the ability to work cross-functionally. A competitive salary range of $70,400 to $92,400 per year is offered, along with additional compensation options.

Benefits

Health benefits

Employee profit-sharing

Retirement savings

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years related experience as Military Electro-Optical Technician.
• Must have detailed knowledge of DND maintenance and supply processes.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Maximize effectiveness of sustainment operations while minimizing costs.
• Perform Life Cycle Material Management activities in key functional areas.
• Interface with supply support organizations to resolve issues.

Skills

Customer oriented

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Organizational skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

University degree or college diploma

Tools

DND departmental software (CFSS, DRMIS, CGCS)

Job description

Overview

Location: Ottawa, ON, Canada
Date Posted: Nov 18, 2025
Requisition ID: 4342
Job Category: Program/Project Management
Career Level: P54 - Specialist
Remote Work Options: Onsite
Clearance Type: Ability to obtain

At General Dynamics Land Systems – Canada we put our Customers at the center of everything we do. Our commitment to protect and enable the men and women who serve, drives us to develop products and systems that give them a clear advantage for mission success. We are looking for passionate individuals to help us deliver innovative, unique solutions to our Customers.

CUSTOMER FIRST

Delivering an exceptional Customer experience in this position looks like:

Delivering on our promises – Meet the customer “want” with high-quality and reliable performance; timely and helpful responsiveness; set high expectations and standards

Be a genuine partner – Positive internal & external collaboration, builds trust and teamwork; don’t be afraid to say when you don’t know or need help

Be accountable – Respond to inevitable shortfalls with honest, prompt corrective actions, demonstrate humility, judgment and drive; be proactive to provide solutions, even “outside your lane”

Be one Company – Transcendence in representing all aspects of GDLS with all Customers; when a decision is made, everyone supports it

Listen and ask – Complex problem solving, relentless communication; promote culture of decision-making at the lowest level; communicate to balance competing factors (technical, cost, schedule)

Make it easy to do business with us – Responsive to Customer needs and wants, little things go a long way, consensus when possible, strengthen your understanding of our products and services

Balance our business priorities – Ownership of deliverables and stewardship of Customer trusted resources; compromise for win-win results

At General Dynamics Land Systems we put our Customers at the centre of everything we do. Our commitment to protect and enable the people who serve drives us to develop products and systems that give them a clear advantage for mission success. We are looking for passionate individuals to help us deliver innovative, unique solutions to our Customers.

The OWSS WLAV FTS Turret Electro-Optical Technician opening is a current vacant position at General Dynamics Land Systems – Canada. The base salary hiring range for this position is $70,400 to $92,400 per year. Once in the role, successful candidates will have the opportunity to progress through the full salary range based on performance. This range reflects the base salary only and does not include additional components of our total compensation package, such as our incentive award program and other rewards like health benefits, employee profit-sharing, retirement savings, and more. If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss all details of our total rewards offering with you.

POSITION DETAILS

Position 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 associated with the support of their assigned material
• Perform Life Cycle Material Management activities in key functional areas including; Engineering, Logistics, Configuration Management (CM), Tech Data, Procurement, Supply, Quality Assurance, Obsolescence Management, 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 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) site visits and investigate technical and CM/SE/ILS/LCMM issues with DND personnel
• Provide technical support to the Supply Management Planners
• Review all supply demands to validate the requirement, prioritize issues, and monitor stock levels to 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 foreign ops/exercises
• Manage serialized equipment and tooling in DRMIS
• Builds and maintains positive working relationships with internal and external customers
• Exercises a mindset of continuous process improvements and efficiencies
• Be able to be delegated under all Turret and Weapon Station Technical Agreements (TAs)
• Log and track loan of Government Property to GDLS-C, Third-Party contractors, and other DND entities

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to work in Ottawa, Ontario
• University degree or; College diploma and/or; previous experience as a Military Electro-Optical (EO) Technician
• Minimum 8 years related experience and/or SGT qualified with DP2
• 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:

• Previous Life Cycle Material Manager or Project Management experience in an EO related trade
• Detailed knowledge on use and application of DND departmental software such as CFSS, DRMIS (SAP), and CGCS
• Extensive experience in DND equipment maintenance
• LAV 6.0 Family of Vehicles Product knowledge
• GEN II (Bison/Coyote) Vehicle Product Knowledge
• Armoured Vehicle Range Safety Officer (RSO) qualification for both Simple and Complex Ranges
• Experience with ISTAR systems operation and maintenance

General Dynamics Land Systems–Canada is committed to providing all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of the employment process. We welcome and encourage applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous Persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or expression.

If you require an accommodation to assist you with any aspect of the hiring process, we will work with you to meet your needs. Contact [emailprotected] if you need accommodation.

It is a requirement that General Dynamics Land Systems-Canada be registered with the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and that all of its workforce be security assessed. As such, successful applicants must meet all applicable security requirements, including, but not limited to, the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance to secret level.