Life Cycle Material Manager Technicians (Unmanned Aerial Systems)

ADGA Group is a proudly Canadian-owned and operated defence and security technology company. Our core services include value-added program management, agile software engineering development, and integrated security solutions. As an industry partner to the Canadian Government and Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) for decades, ADGA is actively supporting ongoing and emerging requirements for operational readiness, reconstitution, and modernization. 

For decades, we have recruited veterans to integrate their unique skillsets and highly specialized training into our workforce and work culture. At ADGA, we are united by our social purpose to create meaningful employment opportunities for veterans of the CAF and RCMP, their families, and fellow citizens who share a passion to contribute to the security and well-being of Canadians.

ADGA’s social purpose empowers us to reinvest in our employees (e.g. profit-sharing and employee-centric programs) as well as to donate generously to veteran and military family causes in our community (e.g. Soldier On and Veterans’ House).

Join our team at ADGA, where we prioritize your success by fostering internal movement and growth in a safe, inclusive and agile work environment. We offer a wide variety of career and developmental opportunities, including the option to work on different projects and technologies, on-the-job training, cross-training, access to business and technical online courses, and formal education subsidies.   

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We are currently looking to hire 2 "Life Cycle Material Manager Technicians" to join our existing team that is providing life cycle support for Unmanned Aerial Systems. 

Tasks will include:

• Monitors repair, modification, and overhaul programs with contractors.
• Monitors and directs delivery of modification kits/parts to implement field modification programs.
• Provides technical input in the preparation of substantiating documentation for SOWs, requests for proposals, statement of capability deficiencies, minor requirements and reviews resulting data for technical acceptability and subsequent action.
• Approves/monitors design change requests, waivers, deviations, etc.
• Provides technical assistance in the review of specifications, drawings, and reports.
• Monitors/reviews UCRs, pre-installation reports, technical inspection reports, and aircraft inspection change proposals.
• Reviews/approves modification instructions, special inspection and special information instructions for publication and distribution.
• Reviews and approves proposed changes to technical orders including description and maintenance instructions, operating instructions, parts lists, and overhaul instructions.
• Provides technical assistance in the identification and screening of applicable and accessory spares and provisioning documents and reviews contract clauses.
• Originates and carries on written technical correspondence between aircraft engineering officers (AEOs), Defence supply chain, units, and contractors. These include letters, memoranda, minutes of meetings, trip reports etc.
• Participates in AEO visits to field units.
• Advises Client and/or Contractor Staff on system problems and provides technical expertise on resolutions.
• Provides technical expertise to Client and/or Contractor Staff on the selection and development of systems; and
• Provides technical and administrative support to projects, advises operational staff on system problems and technical expertise for problem resolution.

• Based on client requirements, employee's/consultants hired into this role must work on-site 5 days per week, at Gatineau office. There could be some travel within the Ottawa area to other locations as required.
• Will require at least 3 years of DRMIS experience (a Defence Resource Management Information System) This is a DND Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.  
• Must be eligible to obtain a Secret Level 2 security clearance with PSPC.
• Must have proof of College Diploma in Electronics, Computer Technology or a relevant technical field required support LCSS (Land Command Support Systems) or Demonstrated Qualification Level 6B (QL6B/QL6A) in a relevant technical field required to support LCSS and demonstrated minimum substantive rank of Warrant Officer in the Canadian Forces.  (will need copy)
• 6+ years of demonstrate experience within the last 8 years in a minimum of 6 of these assessment criteria below: 
  • Experience using a recognized Process framework or using a LCMM Handbook.  
  • Experience working on Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software (e.g., SAP) for equipment cataloguing.  
  • Experience working on ERP for maintaining and developing checklists.  
  • Experience working on ERP for coordinating equipment distribution.  
  • Evaluating and providing solutions to deficiencies in Technical Failure Reports (TFR) and Unsatisfactory Condition Reports (UCR)  
  • Analyzing Statements of Operational Requirements (SOR).  
  • Reviewing Technical Data Packages (TDP).  
  • Planning and executing equipment demilitarization and disposal.  
• 3+ years of demonstrated experience within the last 5 years in the preparation of technical documents including requirements, specification, checklists, bulletins, reports, proposals equipment disposal plans etc.
• Previous experience working in the Air Force as an LCMM will be considered a strong asset.
• 4+ years of demonstrated experience in each of the following assessment criteria: 
  • Developing briefings notes and presentations to address technical and logistics issues pertaining to equipment.  
  • Consulting with stakeholders to support the life cycle management of equipment. 
  • Providing advice, guidance, and recommendations on technical issues to support the decision-making of senior management. 

Work-Life Balance  

We strongly support a healthy and productive work-life balance. This starts with a flexible approach to work, and policies designed to support employees through their day-to-day routines and major life events. For example, we offer a Maternity/Parental Top-Up (up to 52 weeks) and a Reservist Leave Top-Up (up to 180 days). 

Belong@ADGA  

ADGA continuously strives to integrate advanced Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) approaches and practices into our work culture. Our employee-based DEI Committee explores activities and invites discussions that foster an environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and heard.

Compensation  

Above and beyond our commitment to offer a competitive base salary, ADGA has a company-wide profit-sharing plan for all full-time and part-time employees.

Comprehensive Benefits and Total Rewards  

We offer a comprehensive benefit program, providing employees with the choice between base or enhanced plans. Depending on the plan, ADGA pays for Health & Dental, a Health Spending Account, Short-Term Disability, an Employee Assistance Program, and a Telemedicine service. Also offered: discounts on gym memberships, 5,000+ perks through Perkoplis, a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan, and access to a wide range of other employee-centric services and savings programs.

Work-Life Balance  

We strongly support a healthy and productive work-life balance. This starts with a flexible approach to work, and policies designed to support employees through their day-to-day routines and major life events. For example, we offer a Maternity/Parental Top-Up (up to 52 weeks) and a Reservist Leave Top-Up (up to 180 days). 

Belong@ADGA  

ADGA continuously strives to integrate advanced Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) approaches and practices into our work culture. Our employee-based DEI Committee explores activities and invites discussions that foster an environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and heard.

Compensation  

Above and beyond our commitment to offer a competitive base salary, ADGA has a company-wide profit-sharing plan for all full-time and part-time employees.

Comprehensive Benefits and Total Rewards  

We offer a comprehensive benefit program, providing employees with the choice between base or enhanced plans. Depending on the plan, ADGA pays for Health & Dental, a Health Spending Account, Short-Term Disability, an Employee Assistance Program, and a Telemedicine service. Also offered: discounts on gym memberships, 5,000+ perks through Perkoplis, a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan, and access to a wide range of other employee-centric services and savings programs.