Supply Chain Material Coordinator, Maritime Helicopter Project (MHP)

General Dynamics UK; Dartmouth; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A major defense contractor located in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Material Coordinator. The role involves managing material availability and logistics support for complex mission systems. Ideal candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in aircraft supply management and a strong ability to work independently. The position offers a flexible work environment and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Professional development resources

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years recent experience in the field of aircraft supply management.
• Education in large scale project procurement, supply chain, logistics, or asset management disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Manage material availability and logistics support.
• Ensure all required material is delivered on-time.
• Represent first Point of Contact for project material issues.
• Manage inventory databases and asset tracking tools.
• Track assets by location, quantity, and status.

Skills

Analytical and problem solving skills

Knowledge of aircraft repair and maintenance processes

Ability to work independently

Knowledge of Airworthiness regulations

Experience with inventory databases

Education

Post-secondary education or equivalent experience in supply chain

Tools

Inventory databases

Spreadsheets

Asset management systems

Job description

Company Description

At General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada, our focus extends beyond engineering technology solutions—we are dedicated to cultivating careers. If you seek a purpose-driven career solving some of the world’s most critical problems, alongside some of the brightest engineering minds, your application is welcome. Join a community where your unique perspective propels innovation.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible Work Environment : We have On-site and Hybrid positions, this is often dependent on the nature of your role. We offer a variety of options for your work schedule which includes compressed work week options, flexible start times and shut down periods.
• Professional Development : We offer a number of resources and support to help develop your professional toolkit! You should anticipate regular progress reviews as well as access to educational assistance, professional designations and certification support, training and more!
• Total Rewards : Consider it covered—health, dental, and beyond. Early access to a pension planwith various perks to acknowledge your contributions to the organization.

Job Description

Our Maritime Helicopter Project (MHP) team is looking for a dedicated Supply Chain Material Coordinator to play a key role in supporting the delivered Integrated Mission System equipment for the life of the project, including but not limited to sustainment, re-provisioning, Repair & Overhaul (R&O) and maintaining sufficient sparing levels. In this role, you’ll help sustain complex, high-value mission systems by managing material availability, inventory, and logistics support.

Other tasks include

• Review Project provisioning requirements and strategies to ensure all required material is delivered on-time and where required to meet contractual obligations. Take appropriate actions to ensure any gaps are resolved within the project guidelines.
• Utilize supply management strategies and processes consistent with operational availability requirements, and management directives.
• Represent first Point of Contact (POC) for all project material issues and initial triage of reported problems and shortages.
• Manage inventory databases and asset tracking tools to ensure all required material is delivered and tracked to meet availability requirements
• Resolve material support issues within the scope of delegated authority and / or ensure timely escalation as circumstances dictate.
• Track assets by location, quantity and configuration status; correct anomalies; and when required initiate timely re-supply.
• Establish effective working relationships with customers, as well as internal and external stakeholders and provide timely responses to legitimate requests.
• Participate in Failure Review Boards and Material Review Boards, as required.
• Participate in deployment planning meetings and ensure that pack-up kit requirements are met for assigned equipment.
• Assist with the disposal of non-repairable and / or obsolete equipment.
• Provide backup coverage for shipping and receiving.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years recent experience in the field of aircraft supply management
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Knowledge and experience with inventory databases, spreadsheets and asset management systems
• Knowledge of aircraft repair and / or maintenance processes
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
• Knowledge of Airworthiness regulations
• Education : Ideally a post-secondary or equivalent proven experience / training, civilian or military, in large scale project procurement, supply chain, logistics and asset management disciplines.

It is a requirement that General Dynamics Mission Systems-Canada be registered with the Canadian Controlled Goods program and that all of its workforce be security assessed. Successful applicants must meet all applicable security requirements, including but not limited to the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance. Applicants may be required to meet additional security requirements in order to gain access to technical data, classified areas or information that is subject to international regulations. You must be eligible to work in Canada.

Additional Information

We believe the unique contributions of each of our colleagues are key in our ability to drive innovation. By fostering a culture of belonging, encouraging idea sharing at all levels, and reinforcing the very real impact of what we do, we offer an environment where everyone can take pride in their work. We respect diverse opinions, and value the lived experiences each and every one of us bring to our workplace. If you require accommodation during any stage of the application process, please contact Human Resources via .