Obsolescence Specialist
at Thales Canada Inc., Defence and Security

Job Description

Location: Ottawa, Canada

In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible.

For decades, Ottawa has been a global technology leader. Today, Canada's capital holds one of the brightest and most diverse technological ecosystems in North America. Voted as Canada's best place to live 2017 by Maclean's, Ottawa offers a low cost of living with a high quality of life. The Thales Ottawa office has been a major supplier and long-term trusted partner to DND, enabling the Canadian Armed Forces and the Canadian Coast Guard to achieve mission success.

This is a hybrid role in Ottawa, ON. Note that role can also be hired in Halifax, NS (east coast) or Victoria, BC (west coast).

Position Summary
 

The Obsolescence Specialist provides Integrated Logistic Support (ILS) analysis for the Arctic and Offshore Patrol Ships and Joint Support Ships In-Service Support (AJISS) program with an emphasis on obsolescence including logistic support analysis, dependability, maintenance planning, technical documentation and publications, and training.

Key Areas of Responsibility 
 

Accountable to the Reliability Manager, the Obsolescence Specialist will;
 
•    Maintain and implement the Obsolescence Management Plan. 
•    Host quarterly Obsolescence Meetings to provide a program update to the internal/external stakeholders.
•    Author the bi-annual Obsolescence Summary Report in accordance with the Data Item Description provided by DND.
•    Use Integrated Logistic Support Analysis methods to develop strategies to identify and mitigate obsolescence in AJISS Systems, equipment and components. 
•    Conduct obsolescence risk assessments with engineering team support in order to;
•    Prioritize obsolescence investigations and resolution development; and
•    Develop and maintain a system/critical item obsolescence risk profile.
•    Conduct or support ILS analysis including:
•    Level of repair analysis;
•    Maintenance task analysis;
•    Life cycle cost modelling;
•    Spares modeling;
•    Application of technical standards and specifications;
•    Verifying the technical design solution meets program supportability and availability objectives;
•    Analyzing and reporting on design, development, test and implementation to meet contractual requirements;
•    Preparing technical reports to identify issues, discuss options and recommended actions; and
•    Foster enterprise values and develop relationships with industry, DND, FMF and the RCN.

Basic Qualifications

•    Degree in engineering or college diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Marine Systems or equivalent.
•    Minimum of five years post graduate experience, preferably with obsolescence management experience.
•    Strong computer literacy, with proven experience with Microsoft products especially Word, Excel and PowerPoint essential.
•    Experience interfacing between various internal/external stakeholders.
•    Strong organizational skills and ability to balance multiple priorities. Experience within procurement, finance, project management or warehouse environments desirable.
•    Language: English (Essential)

Preferred Qualifications

•    Professional engineer designation.
•    Project management.
•    Previous experience working with a defense contract. 
•    Experience supporting an operational military asset.
•    Experience working in or developing Jira Kanban boards.

Physical Demands
 

Predominantly office based, or remotely (including from home). May also be required to work onboard Naval Vessels and undertake inspections in machinery spaces and confined space, involving bending and twisting. Training to be provided.
Tasks may also require working at heights. Training to be provided.

Regulatory Compliance Requirements: 

Canada

Access to Trade Controlled Items
Access to Controlled Goods
Security Clearance

•    Requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software, technology or technical data controlled under the Canadian Export Control List, the ITAR or the EAR
•    Requires a positive Controlled Goods assessment as you will have direct  access to hardware, software, technology or technical data controlled under the Canadian Controlled Goods Program
•    Required to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance at the NATO Secret Level 
•    Must meet all federal government requirements to access Canadian government facilities, including naval dockyards.

Special Position Requirements
 
Schedule:         40 hours per week
Physical Environment:     Office or onboard Naval ships alongside in harbor, or at sea, therefore must meet all federal government requirements to access Canadian government facilities, including naval dockyards
Travel:     Occasional domestic or international travel will be required, which will include access to government facilities and assets as well as naval vessels.

What We Offer

• Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 24 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:

• Company paid Extended Health, Dental, HSA, Life, AD&D, Short-term Disability, Cancer Care Program, travel insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and Well-Being program.

• Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP, DCPP, TFSA) with a company contribution and a match to a DCPP, with no vesting period.

• Company paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave.

• Voluntary Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Long-Term Disability.

• Employee Discounts on home, auto, and gym membership.

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The reference Total Target Compensation(TTC) market range for this position, inclusive of annual base salary and the variable compensation target, is between

Total Target Cash (TTC) 78,800.25 - 138,600.00 CAD Annual

Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 24 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following: 

• Company paid Extended Health, Dental, HSA, Life, AD&D, Short-term Disability, Cancer Care Program, travel insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and Well-Being program.

• Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP, DCPP, TFSA) with a company contribution and a match to a DCPP, with no vesting period.

• Company paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave. 

• Voluntary Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Long-Term Disability.

• Employee Discounts on home, auto, and gym membership.

Thales is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. Thales is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the interview process. Applicants selected for an interview who require accommodation are asked to advise accordingly upon the invitation for an interview. We will work with you to meet your needs. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience.

This position requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software or technical information controlled under the Canadian Export Control List, the Canadian Controlled Goods Program, the Canadian Industrial Security Program, the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be eligible or able to obtain authorization for such access including eligibility to the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and able to obtain a Canadian NATO Secret clearance.