Senior ILS Engineer

Summary

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for Integrated Logistic Support (ILS) and Logistics Support Analysis (LSA)? Join our dynamic team in Bedford, NS, and take your career to new heights! As a Senior ILS Engineer, you will be a key player, reporting to the Engineering Manager and supporting our clients by leveraging your expertise in analyzing and interpreting engineering drawings, vendor documentation, design documentation, and other technical documentation.

Your role is crucial in providing invaluable support to both internal and external customers, ensuring the seamless integration and functionality of systems.

As ILS Engineer, responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Ensure compliance with all project logistics requirements

Participate in preparing proposal inputs concerning ILS, product support and reliability areas

Finalize and/or generate requested task hour estimates for review and approval

Prepare Reliability, Availability and Maintainability information for In-service Support

Assist with Life Cycle Cost Management and Maintenance Optimization

Lead Failure Modes and Effect Analysis (FMEA) and Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

Lead Failure Modes Effects and Criticality Analysis (FMECA)

Analyze engineering change documentation to determine applicability and scope of effort on logistics support activities

Assist in the creation and management of ILS requirements, including technical manuals and other supporting documentation

Communicate clearly (written and oral) with manufacturing, supply chain, and the customer as required

Assist with part and component obsolescence

What you require to be successful in the role:

Ability to work with a team of engineers and technicians to complete a project or projects

Possession of a bachelor’s degree in engineering, science or similar from a recognized post secondary institution or equivalent work experience

A minimum of five (5) years of experience in ILS analysis in a manufacturing environment

Familiarity with the application of military and commercial standards to electrical designs is preferred

Demonstrated ability to develop ILS and LSA plans

Experience preparing and entering data for, and supporting, a MIL-HDBK-502A application is considered an asset

Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
Microsoft Office Suite

Experience preparing FMEA, FMECA, and RCA

Knowledge of DND LCMM and Supply Support processes would be an asset

Previous experience in dealing with DND/Naval ILS requirements and policies would be an asset

Benefits of working with DRS Canada:

A motivating team-based environment where your achievements matter

An opportunity to participate in the design and development of DRS PPI’s next generation of power conversion equipment, using leading edge technology

Flexible work hours and a compressed work week to promote a healthy work/life balance

Industry leading wellness program including:
Health, dental, and vision coverage available on first day of hire at no cost to the employee with access to virtual healthcare An exceptional mental health benefit Access to complimentary Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Competitive compensation including:
Reimbursement for professional development initiatives and memberships plus access to free online learning resources Registered Retirement Savings Plan with matching company contributions with access to complimentary financial planning Maternity and Parental leave top-up Vacation, personal days, sick leave, and additional company paid days off