Description
Position Description:
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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)
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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
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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
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Perform Life Cycle Material Management activities in key functional areas including; Engineering, Logistics, Configuration Management (CM), Technical Data, Procurement, Supply, Quality Assurance, and Disposal
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Receive and respond to technical feedback from users and maintainers
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Advise the EMT on issues that may impact fleet availability
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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
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Interface with supply support organizations and help resolve supply management issues
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Interface with other EMT groups for WLAV equipment not managed by the WLAV EMT
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Log, prioritize, analyze, and respond to problem reports (PRs)
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Prepare Statements of Work (SOWs) for technical work performed by contractors or other agencies
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Evaluate proposals, reports, and demonstrations by contractors or other agencies
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Evaluate Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) and Equipment Support List Change Notice (ESLCNs) for supportability impacts and technical feasibility
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Interface with DND scaling and cataloguing organizations
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Maintain all technical and Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) data held by the EMT
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Maintain access and update all technical information in DRMIS
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Co-ordinate updates to technical and ILS data performed by contractors
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Performing vendor and Canadian Forces Base (CFB) visits and investigate technical and CM/SE/ILS/LCMM issues with DND personnel
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Provide technical support to the EMT Supply Management Planners
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Review all supply demands to validate the requirement, prioritize issues, monitor stock levels, and identify candidates for new procurement
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Provide support in the analysis of the fleet supportability performance
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Provide technical advice and support to CAF field units whether in domestic or international ops/exercises
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Manage serialized equipment and tooling in DRMIS
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Build and maintains positive working relationships with internal and external customers
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Exercise a mindset of continuous process improvements and efficiencies
Required Qualifications:
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Ability to work in the NCR; Ottawa, Gatineau, and surrounding area
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University degree and/or; College diploma and/or; previous experience as a Military Vehicle Technician and/or; 310T Truck and Coach Mechanic Certification
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Minimum 10 years related experience
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Valid Provincial Driver’s License
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Demonstrated written and oral communication skills
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Detailed knowledge of DND maintenance and supply processes
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Detailed product knowledge of WLAV automotive and/or turret systems
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Must be able to acquire and maintain Level II security clearance
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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
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Demonstrated ability to respond to customer requirements and manage expectations while ensuring satisfaction
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Customer and detail oriented with a demonstrated ability to analyze and solve problems
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Superior organizational skills with the ability to be agile, set priorities and multi-task under pressure
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Self-motivated and effective working in a team-oriented environment
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Proficient in MS Office applications, with a focus on advanced Excel skills including Macros, Formulae, and Pivot Tables
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Must be able to meet Anthropometrical Size Restrictions
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Ability to travel (10% Canadian, 5% US & International) and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport
Preferred Qualifications:
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Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) RCEME Technician with DP2 qualification
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Bilingual (French/English)
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Previous Life Cycle Material Manager or Project Management experience
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Detailed knowledge on use and application of DND departmental software such as CFSS, DRMIS (SAP), and CGCS
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Extensive experience with DND equipment maintenance
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LAV 6.0 Family of Vehicles operational experience and/or maintenance experience
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GEN II (Bison/Coyote) operational experience and/or maintenance experience
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Armoured Combat Support Vehicle (ACSV) operational experience, and/or maintenance experience
