Mass Properties Specialist/Engineer

Job Description

The Mass Properties Specialist/Engineer collects, organizes, and controls, sub-system and component data on Space, Weight and Power (SWaP). The primary responsibility of the Mass Properties Specialist/Engineer is to ensure that SWaP data is current, accurate and change controlled. The Mass Properties Specialist/Engineer supports control of SWaP at the system level by developing and managing SWaP allocations at the subsystem level.

Key Job Elements:

• Develop and maintain SWaP databases, mass property metrics and vehicle power budget allocations
• Create weight targets, estimate and track part/assembly weights allocations at vehicle, system and sub-system levels
• Monitor and report SWaP data, address adverse SWaP trends and develop/assess Corrective Actions (CAs) for the assigned Program
• Gather, maintain and analyze transportability data in accordance with National, International, and Military standards
• Support the development and implementation of SWAP and transportability in processes and tools, and identify opportunities for process improvement
• Train and educate personnel in GDLS-C SWAP process and tool methodology
• Perform Engineering calculations in support of SWaP and transportability performance allocations to requirements
• Perform impact analysis of SwAP and transportability requirements changes
• Develop vehicle ballast plans and ballast concepts for vehicle production and test activities
• Develop checkpoint and design milestone artifacts and ensure technical accuracy and completeness

Required Qualifications:

• University Degree or College Diploma in a related field
• Minimum 3 years relevant experience
• Ability to read, interpret, and critique Engineering and vendor drawings
• An understanding of the general concepts of quality systems, defect detection, defect analysis and reporting
• Strong communication, organization and prioritization skills
• Effective planning, analytical and negotiation skills
• Demonstrated strength in MS Office applications and other engineering software
• 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 Qualifications:

• P. Eng or the ability to obtain a P. Eng
• Knowledge of automotive design

Working Conditions

Physical Conditions and Hazards:

1) Physical Environment: Office

2) Hazards: NA

Physical Demands Description:

Usual mobility demands required are standing, walking, sitting, and stair climbing to access upper offices.

Equipment Utilized:

• Computer
• Phone
• Mobile device

Medical Surveillance:

May include: Anthropometrical Size Restrictions depending on task

Personal Protective Equipment:

Applicable when interacting with shop floor (safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection, extraction coveralls)

The Mass Properties Specialist/Engineer opening is a current vacant position at General Dynamics Land Systems – Canada. The base salary hiring range for this position is $73,600 to $92,000 per year. Once in the role, successful candidates will have the opportunity to progress through the full salary range based on performance. This range reflects the base salary only and does not include additional components of our total compensation package, such as our incentive award program and other rewards like health benefits, employee profit-sharing, retirement savings, and more. If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss all details of our total rewards offering with you.

General Dynamics Land Systems–Canada is committed to providing all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of the employment process. We welcome and encourage applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous Persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or expression.

If you require an accommodation to assist you with any aspect of the hiring process, we will work with you to meet your needs. Contact [email protected] if you need accommodation.

It is a requirement that General Dynamics Land Systems-Canada be registered with the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and that all of its workforce be security assessed. As such, successful applicants must meet all applicable security requirements, including, but not limited to, the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance to secret level.