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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). 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
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
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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
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
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
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Senior · 10+ years experience
Onsite
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