Cp140 Owss Specialist

**CP140 OWSS Specialist**:
**Requisition ID**:862**

**Why Choose IMP Aerospace & Defence**:
IMP Aerospace & Defence is not only one of the leading companies in the Aerospace field, but we are also one of the most engaging and equality advocating companies to work for. We believe that regardless of where you work at IMP Aerospace & Defence, you are a part of our ever-growing team. IMP is able to achieve success through this teamwork mindset. That is why at IMP, you are not defined by your role.

**Position Overview**:
Responsible to the IMP CP140 Aurora OWSS Project Manager, in support of the DND CP140 Aurora Aircraft Modifications and Special Projects, using Project Management principles. This responsibility includes the generation, interpretation, maintenance, and analysis of technical information with agreed schedules and other project data.

**What You Will Do**:

- Respond to inquiries from CP140 operational bases, and CP140 Weapon System Manager’s (WSM) staff by providing project related assistance and modification support in a timely manner, in support of a performance-based contract framework;
- Take full project management responsibility for each project lifecycle in accordance with Project Management principles;
- Maintain a thorough knowledge of CP140 CFTOs;
- Prepare, and track the completion of project and modification related change documents (DND AF9000) associated with material modifications or technical changes;
- As required, prepare and review modification project proposals, project plans, CF Mod packages, information leaflets and/or SOWs (Statement of Work);
- Ensure recommendations impacting airworthiness are coordinated with both DND and the IMP Senior Design Engineer;
- Examine and coordinate the optimization of component Life Cycle Costing (LCC), which support customer requirements, with input from LSA Engineering and IMP Materiel;
- Maintain IMP & DND databases related to Project Management;
- Prepare, and/or assist with the preparation and delivery of briefings to DND personnel and IMP Management as required;
- Prepare for and attend the CP140/P-3 International Operators Support Conference (IOSC) as may be necessary;
- Participate in training, personnel development activities and continuous improvement;
- Other duties assigned in support of Equipment Asset Management Specialists within the department.

**What You Will Bring**:
Essential:

- Strong organizational and communication skills; strong presentation skills;
- A comprehensive knowledge of military or civilian aircraft maintenance;
- Good technical writing skills, the ability to read and interpret aircraft technical orders and drawings;
- Ability to use MS Office software with particular abilities in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point, Microsoft Project;
- Minimum of 6 years of aircraft systems maintenance or maintenance support experience (post apprentice style training);
- Project management experience in or associated with military aircraft or civilian aircraft;
- Be able to demonstrate a personal commitment to Occupational Health, Safety and Environment policies.
- **Must be eligible to meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Secret Level II Security Clearance through PSPC- Contract Security Program, and Transport Canada RAIC clearance.***

Desirable:

- Formal project management training would be a significant advantage; PMP certification would be considered an asset
- Three (3) or more years of experience in DND aircraft engineering administration;
- Four (4) or more years of project management experience;
- A working knowledge of the CF Supply System, SAP, or JDE would be an asset;
- Training in Logistics Support, Reliability Centered Maintenance and/or asset management is a definite strength;
- Training in aircraft mechanical systems is preferable;
- A demonstrated awareness or participation in Continuous Improvement, Lean & 8S activities.

**What We Will Do For You**:

- All of IMP's benefits become effective on your first day of work, regardless of your position.
- We offer a comprehensive Benefits Package, including RSP Program, Holiday Incentive program (3 additional days off over Christmas), Tuition Reimbursement Program, Long Service Awards, Volunteer Grant Program, Scholarship Program, and more

**IMP is committed to Employment Equity and our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative at all job levels. We welcome applicants from Aboriginal People, Visible Minority Groups, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self identify on either your cover letter or resume.