Student, Design Engineering

Description

At General Dynamics Land Systems-Canada, we manufacture Light Armoured Vehicles in our on-site production facility.  The Design Engineering student role in our Hull Additions team supports full life cycle design activity on any assigned tasks within the Hull Additions subsystem and to assist in overcoming design challenges.   In addition, to assist the team in design fit, form, & functionality, ensuring compliance to requirements across the team.  Areas of focus include one or more domains of Stowage, Covers, Guard and Access Panels, AFES, NBC, Windshield and Washing Systems, Seats, Workstations and interior mission equipment. Key Job Elements and Responsibilities

• Complete discrete assigned design tasks while keeping supervisor regularly inform on progress.
• Ensure all designs are peer reviewed by technical lead or assigned mentor.
• Identify and share opportunities for self development. 
• Maintain active and professional communication with all involved stakeholders.
• Share continuous improvement ideas.
• Support quality and RCCA related activities as requested.

 Required Qualifications:

• Student in good standing and on track to achieving a University degree or College Diploma in relevant engineering discipline
• Superior oral and written communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to travel (5% Cdn) and (5% US & International) and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport
• Must be able to meet Anthropometrical Size Requirements for confined space

 Preferred Experience:

• Experience with Teamcenter Active Workspace or similar PLM software.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment and/or hands on practical experience.
• Proficiency with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Knowledge of Configuration Management principles.