Submarine Lifecycle Material Specialist

About the role

The successful candidate will serve as a key liaison between the Director General Maritime Equipment Program Management (DGMEPM), Victoria Class Submarines, and associated organizations. As an embedded member of the DGMEPM team, the candidate will provide material readiness support, conducting analyses and investigations related to existing and upcoming systems on the Victoria Class Submarines.
This position provides an exciting opportunity to work directly with critical naval assets, ensuring operational readiness and the continuous integration of advanced technologies onboard the Victoria Class Submarines.

• Support the material readiness state for the Victoria Class Submarines' major combat systems
• Validate Canadian Forces Technical Orders (CFTO's) test procedures results to ensure the functionality of submarine major combat systems
• Assist the Life Cycle Material Managers (LCMM) in managing material readiness for the Victoria Class Submarines' major combat systems
• Contribute to the integration of new subsystems onboard the submarines by participating in process documentation, surveys, meetings, work groups, and technical reports
• Review engineering specifications to ensure up-to-date capabilities are incorporated in the fleet
• Work independently with minimal supervision while adhering to established processes and procedures
• Provide Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) for the shipping, receiving, and tracking of spare components and manage the return-to-service process through the Defence Resource Management Information System (DRMIS) system
• Monitor the current software installation status and oversee test and trial processes within DGMEPM for the Victoria Class Submarines' major combat systems
• Actively contribute to configuration management of the Victoria Class Submarines' major combat systems.

What you bring to the role

• Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited institution, or equivalent combined education and experience, with a minimum of five years of professional experience. Alternatively, a master's degree in a related field with at least three years of professional experience
• Knowledge of Canadian Naval Concept of Operations (CONOPS) and a solid understanding of the interactions between sensors and weapon systems aboard the Victoria Class Submarines
• Familiarity with the readiness requirements and life cycle processes for Department of National Defence (DND) assets
• Ability to obtain North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) SECRET clearance.

Additional skills desired for the role

• Direct experience with the Victoria Class Submarines
• Understanding of the Engineering Change Implementation Plan (ECIP) process.
• Effective communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to adapt to and work effectively with diverse groups.

What we offer you

We walk our talk when it comes to work/life balance! Your physical, mental and financial wellbeing matters to us. On top of working in a highly supportive, friendly, respectful environment, this is what you can expect when you join our team as a Regular Full-Time employee:

• Flexible, compressed work schedules, depending on business requirements, where you have the option of Fridays off, as well as the possibility to work remote part-time
• Competitive compensation
• Time to recharge with vacation, personal days, holidays, and parental leaves
• Comprehensive Family Medical, Dental and Vision coverage available on your first day of employment, along with:
  • Virtual Health Care (24/7 access to medical professionals)
  • A Wellness Spending Account to aid in your wellness journey
  • Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) which includes free face to face counselling sessions
  • Medical Travel Insurance
  • Onsite fitness facilities at our main office locations
• A Registered Retirement Savings Plan that includes matching company contributions on your first day of employment, that also includes access to Financial Advisors providing investment advice and comprehensive financial planning
• Employee discounts to save on goods, services and various recreational activities
• Access to a robust spectrum of development resources to enhance your skills and/or advance your career including:
  • Free learning resources through a modern and engaging platform
  • Education Assistance Program
  • Reimbursement for a professional membership
  • Self-directed Mentoring

About us

Lockheed Martin Canada is the Canadian-based arm of Lockheed Martin Corporation, a global security and aerospace company employing 115,000 people worldwide, including more than 1,300 Canadians. By applying innovative approaches of our highly skilled and experienced Canadian workforce, we have been Canada's trusted defence and aerospace partner for over 80 years. We operate major facilities in Ottawa, Montreal, Halifax, Calgary and Victoria and work on a wide range of programs from advanced naval technology products and unmanned systems software to providing delivery and in-service support of the latest military aircraft to commercial engine repair and overhaul capabilities. This position is part of the Rotary and Mission Systems business area, where employees across Canada support engineering, systems integration, training, sustainment and in-service support programs for Canadian and international military customers across land, air and sea.