WLAV Life-Cycle Material Management Specialist

General Dynamics Land Systems - Canada Corporation; Gatineau; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated WLAV Life-Cycle Material Management Specialist to enhance the effectiveness of sustainment operations. This long-term role focuses on optimizing support for the Wheeled Light Armoured Vehicle fleet, ensuring operational readiness and efficiency. You'll engage in diverse responsibilities, from logistics support to problem-solving in a dynamic environment. If you are passionate about delivering innovative solutions and thrive in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team committed to excellence and make a significant impact in supporting our national defense efforts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years related experience in material management.
• University degree or college diploma required.
• Proficient in MS Office, especially advanced Excel.

Responsibilities

• Maximize effectiveness of sustainment operations and minimize costs.
• Perform life cycle material management activities across various functions.
• Interface with supply support organizations to resolve issues.

Skills

Life Cycle Material Management

Logistics

Configuration Management

Technical Data Management

Procurement

Supply Chain Management

Quality Assurance

Communication Skills

MS Office (Excel)

Problem Solving

Education

University Degree

College Diploma

Military Vehicle Technician Certification

Tools

DRMIS (SAP)

CFSS

CGCS

Job description

WLAV Life-Cycle Material Management Specialist

Location: Gatineau, QC, Canada
Date Posted: Sep 11, 2024
Requisition ID: 2873
Job Category: Program/Project Management
Career Level: P54 - Specialist
Remote Work Options: Onsite
Clearance Type: Ability to obtain

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.

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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Perform 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 maintain 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• GEN II (Bison/Coyote) operational experience and/or maintenance experience.
• Armoured Combat Support Vehicle (ACSV) operational experience, and/or maintenance experience.

General Dynamics Land Systems–Canada is committed to providing a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment for our employees. 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.