OWSS Program FTS Technician

General Dynamics Land Systems–Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Land Systems – Canada is seeking a Life Cycle Material Manager to sustain WLAV fleet support in the National Capital Region, Ottawa, under the OWSS WLAV FTS team. The role emphasizes maximizing sustainment efficiency, minimizing life-cycle costs, and reducing down-time across engineering, logistics, procurement, and CM processes.

The incumbent will perform LCMM activities, provide ILS support, conduct site visits, analyze PRs, and coordinate with DND and contractor teams.

Qualifications

• University degree and/or college diploma; 310T certification or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 10 years related experience in relevant field.
• Valid Provincial Driver’s License and ability to travel (10% Canada, 5% US & International).
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Detailed knowledge of DND maintenance and supply processes.
• Knowledge of WLAV systems and related equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform Life Cycle Material Management across Engineering, Logistics, CM, Technical Data, Procurement, Supply, QA, and Disposal.
• Respond to technical feedback from users and maintainers; advise EMT on fleet availability impacts.
• Provide Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) including LSAR changes, data, waivers, and deviations.
• Visit units/sites for assessments and interface with supply and EMT groups.
• Log, analyze, and respond to problem reports; prepare Statements of Work for contractors.
• Evaluate ECPs and ESLCNs for impact and feasibility; coordinate with DND staff.

Skills

MS Office Proficiency

English Communication

Security Clearance

Travel Ability

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Detail Orientation

Education

University degree

College diploma

310T Certification

Tools

CFSS

DRMIS (SAP)

CGCS

Job 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 and down-time associated with the support of their assigned material

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 and down-time associated with the support of their assigned material

Position Description~

• Perform Life Cycle Material Management activities in key functional areas including; Engineering, Logistics, Configuration Management (CM), Technical Data, Procurement, Supply, Quality Assurance, 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 (ILS) 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) visits and investigate technical and CM/SE/ILS/LCMM issues with DND personnel
  
• Provide technical support to the EMT Supply Management Planners
  
• Review all supply demands to validate the requirement, prioritize issues, monitor stock levels, and 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 international ops/exercises
  
• Manage serialized equipment and tooling in DRMIS
  
• Build and maintains positive working relationships with internal and external customers
  
• Exercise a mindset of continuous process improvements and efficiencies
  

Required Qualifications~

• Ability to work in the NCR; Ottawa, Gatineau, and surrounding area
  
• University degree and/or; College diploma and/or; previous experience as a Military Vehicle Technician and/or; 310T Truck and Coach Mechanic Certification
  
• Minimum 10 years related experience
  
• Valid Provincial Driver’s License
  
• 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~

• Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) RCEME Technician with DP2 qualification
  
• Bilingual (French/English)
  
• Previous Life Cycle Material Manager or Project Management experience
  
• Detailed knowledge on use and application of DND departmental software such as CFSS, DRMIS (SAP), and CGCS
  
• Extensive experience with DND equipment maintenance
  
• LAV 6.0 Family of Vehicles operational experience and/or maintenance experience
  
• Armoured Combat Support Vehicle (ACSV) operational experience, and/or maintenance experience
  

The OWSS Program FTS Technician opening is a current vacant position at General Dynamics Land Systems – Canada. The base salary hiring range for this position is $73,600 to $92,000 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.