Project Engineering Specialist

Job Responsibility:

Description

The Engineering, Design & Technology department at General Dynamics Land Systems - Canada (GDLS-C) has multiple positions available within our Project Engineering area of the organization. The Project Engineering positions will be available to support multiple programs with our customers.

Key Job Elements:

• As a member of the Project Engineering Team, you will be responsible to assist in executing and coordinating GDLS-C Engineering efforts and will lead the technical aspects of subcontractor activities
• Provide guidance with respect to the technical issues of the subcontract and coordinate to achieve the larger project execution objectives
• Leading and coordinating updates and reviews of the subcontract(s) requirements, the successful candidate will ensure compliance with internal Engineering processes and customer-specific expectations

Planning and Analysis

• As a project management specialist, you will coordinate and assist with project planning and execution for scope, cost and schedule
• You will use internal Engineering tools to identify, communicate and mitigate risk to ensure project success
• As a key contributor to securing the contract, the successful candidate will support development of Engineering Proposals and estimates; and provide technical guidance and support to Program and Contracts during negotiations

Collaboration and Communication

• Keep internal and external stakeholders informed of progress & status
• Support preparation of project deliverables, attend customer meetings as required by contract and project scope of work (Start of Work Meetings, Technical interchange meetings, Customer Design reviews, etc.)
• Liaise with other GDLS divisions and other departments to ensure all technical solutions are developed in accordance with contract and GDLS-C requirements
• Coordinate subcontract technical issues, prepare responses, address requests issued directly or through Program Office and Contracts

Required Qualifications:

• University Degree or college diploma in a Business or technical discipline;
• Relevant project engineering experience;
• Have a positive attitude and be able to work well in a team environment;
• Ability to be productive and multi-task in a demanding work environment;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
• Ability to travel (10% Cdn) and (10% US & Int'l) and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport; and
• Ability to acquire and maintain a Canadian Security Clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical knowledge and experience with armoured vehicles
• Demonstrated ability to work in a cross-functional team and provide technical leadership and direction as appropriate
• Experience supervising technical personnel, delegating tasks and managing cost /schedule
• Experienced in major contract/subcontracts development and execution