Mechanical Engineering Technologist

Position: Contractor, Integrated Project Team Position Description: Under the guidance of a Team Leader and/or Subject Matter Expert perform one of the following IPT roles; Provisioning/Parts Content Developer/Writer: - Receive, organize, and document system specifications, engineering drawings, bill of materials, and vendor data - Document the physical breakdown of the vehicle, assembly and/or subsystem(s) in accordance with applicable military standards and approved customer maintenance concept - Document and maintain the parts data in the Logistics Support Analysis Record database - Develop/write recommended repair parts catalogues as part of overall development of technical manuals for automotive/vehicle/turret systems and sub-systems of the Light Armoured Vehicle (LAV) Maintenance Engineering Content Developer/Writer: - Analyze vehicle system functionality and identify probable failure modes that could impact system performance/safety - Identify and recommend specials tools and test equipment that the customer may require in order to effectively support their vehicles - Write clear, step-by-step maintenance instructions describing to soldiers how to remove, repair and replace vehicle system components and assemblies - Develop/write procedures as part of overall development of technical manuals for automotive/vehicle/turret systems and sub-systems of the Light Armoured Vehicle (LAV) Diagnostics Engineering Content Developer/Writer: - Analysis of electrical, hydraulic and mechanical system functionality to determine most efficient troubleshooting methodology (perform Fault Tree Analysis and/or Failure Mode Effect Analysis of system/component) - Support development of fault insertion tools and non-destructive faults for use in validation of troubleshooting procedures - Develop/write procedures as part of overall development of technical manuals for automotive/vehicle/turret systems and sub-systems of the Light Armoured Vehicle (LAV) Support and/or potentially perform the following functions: - Read and interpret engineering blueprints and subcontractor data - Generate accurate illustration requests to support procedure development - Maintain the configuration and revision of the data in the database as well as all supporting documents - Proactively support and communicate with other Engineering teams and departments - Assist with aftermarket support requests - Plan and track progress of assigned activities - Attend fit-ups as required Required Qualifications: - University Degree or College Diploma in a technical discipline - 0 to 3 years relevant experience - Knowledge in the operation, maintenance and integration of vehicle components and systems - Demonstrated high levels of written and oral communications skills, interpersonal and organizational skills - Ability to travel (5% Cdn) and (5% US & Int'l) and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport Preferred Qualifications: - Proficient knowledge in the operation, maintenance and integration of GDLS-C LAV components and systems - Experience with VisMockup (Team Center Visualization) and Arbortext or other XML editing software - Experience with MIL-STD-1388 and Logistics Support Analysis Record (LSAR) software - Experience with MIL-STD-40051 and developing Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs)