Lab Technician jobs in Canada

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The individual will work with Bell Textron Canada Limited (BTCL) and Department of National Defence (DND) staff to review and update Component Data Records (CDRs) for the CH146 In Service Support (ISS) Records Control Office (RCO). Records are updated, in accordance with ISS and DND priorities, level of effort required and available administrative resources.

• Review, verify and work with unit staff to correct aircraft Component Data Records (CDRs) flowing through Bell Textron Canada Ltd Calgary office to ensure all CDRs are accurate and in accordance with Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) regulations and policies.
• On receipt of a CH146 component, assist the unserviceable receiving line inspectors to review, verify and amend any inaccurate Automated Data for Aerospace Maintenance (ADAM) CDRs and accompanying DND documentation.
• When required, provide historical information to units and contractors when records require clarification for airworthiness.
• Manage statistical reporting of incorrect CDRs received from either CH146 units or contracted vendors IAW quality system policies and prepare scheduled reports for review by the ISS technical management team.
• Assist CH146 Weapons System Manager (WSM) Detachment Calgary, BTCL Repair & Overhaul Analysts and BTCL Life Cycle Material Specialists in communicating with units, vendors, contracting staff, and others as directed.
• Participate in continuous improvement of RCO processes and procedures per the quality system, e.g., aid in the development of On Job Training packages, participate in facility or process audits, write / update quality system processes, etc.
• Support Government Owned Material objectives, including migration of records from ADAM to other Aircraft Maintenance Management Information Systems.
• Support CH146 DND-employed Aircraft Maintenance Control and Records Control Officers (AMCROs), potentially including training of civilian and unit AMCRO staff.
• Other duties as assigned or requested by Bell’s Canadian Government Programs team consistent with the DND Statement of Objectives and evolving needs of the CH146 fleet.

Light travel (2-3 weeks / year) is anticipated and may include visits to the National Capitol Region, various CH146 squadrons, BTCL production facilities, and training locations as required.

• Hold a High school diploma / GED
• Aircraft record keeping experience within an Aircraft Maintenance Organization (AMO)
• Functional knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office 365 applications
• Excellent communication skills in English with demonstrated ability to present to management and other stakeholders
• Strong organizational skills
• Proven ability to work autonomously

• Bell 412 course / CH146 Griffon maintenance experience
• Strong knowledge of the following:
  • DND ADAM System
  • Industry/military quality standards, e.g., AF9000+, AS9100, ISO9001
• Previous RCAF Level C (Releaser) authority on CH146
• Defence experience within an RCAF maintenance organization Level A
• Familiar with Transport Canada and/or DND TAA regulatory requirements

Any other combination of schooling and experience deemed equivalent may be considered.

Incumbent must obtain and maintain NATO Secret security clearance as issued by the Industrial Security Program of Canada’s Public Services and Procurement Canada and BTCL security officers.

• Group benefits plan and Healthcare online service
• Retirement savings plan
• Average of 13 holidays/floating days
• Possibility of banking overtime in compensated time up to 40 hours per year
• Flexible schedule policy
• Educational assistance program
• Reimbursement program for fitness fees
• Employee and Family Assistance Program

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Bell Textron Canada Ltee adheres to the principles of Employment Equity. We welcome applications from women, aboriginal peoples, visible minorities and people with disabilities. People with disabilities may receive assistance with the screening and selection process, if they wish.