Senior ILS Engineer

Marshall Land Systems is seeking a Sr. Engineer, Integrated Logistic Support (ILS) to join our team in Ottawa, ON. Reporting to the Senior Engineering Manager, ILS, this role is responsible for the delivery, management, and oversight of ILS activities across defense programs executed for the Government of Canada. The successful candidate will ensure all ILS deliverables are completed in accordance with contractual obligations, seamlessly integrated into broader program objectives, and executed on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

This position requires a deep understanding of ILS principles, methodologies, and processes within the Department of National Defense (DND) framework, along with significant experience in customer-facing environments. The Sr. Engineer, ILS will serve as a key liaison among Marshall Canada, government stakeholders, and subcontractors, ensuring effective communication, alignment, and delivery excellence across all program phases.

Your responsibilities in the role:

ILS Expertise:

• Conduct comprehensive logistic analyses, including reliability, maintainability, and availability.
• Collaborate and positively influence cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate risks associated with logistic support, system performance, and lifecycle costs.
• Participate in design reviews, technical meetings, and other forums to communicate ILS considerations and recommendations effectively.
• Author ILS deliverables (plans and reports), where appropriate, to meet customer expectations, within time, cost and performance expectations

Program Execution & Oversight:

• Lead and oversee the delivery of the ILS scope, within allocated program responsibility, ensuring compliance with DND standards and contract requirements, in accordance with MILSTAN 1369 and other ILS associated MILSTANs
• Monitor progress, manage risks, coordinate with project teams and Engineering Manager – ILS to ensure ILS milestones are resourced, met and documented.

Customer & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Serve as the primary ILS point of contact for Customer and Partners representatives, ensuring clear communication and alignment with client expectations, within contract boundaries.
• Foster a collaborative relationship with subcontractors and suppliers to deliver a unified approach to ILS deliverables, including maintenance, training, and technical documentation.

ILS Planning & Development:

• Work to and inform the ILS plan to ensure it contains all the ILS elements required for the program and provides an adequate forecast of output and resource demand to enable cost effective and efficient management of the ILS components of the program.
• Coordinate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to align supportability with the product technical design and operational requirements.

Liaison with Subcontractors:

• Manage ILS-related tasks conducted by subcontractors, ensuring they meet program standards, timelines, and cost constraints.
• Oversee subcontractor deliverables, providing guidance, support, and corrective actions when necessary to ensure successful project outcomes.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Ensure all ILS documentation is prepared accurately, reviewed for compliance, and submitted in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Provide regular reports and updates to senior management on ILS status, risks, and any support issues that may impact program deliverables.

Continuous Improvement & Lifecycle Support:

• Identify opportunities for ILS process improvements to enhance efficiency and supportability.
• Other duties as assigned.

Apply if you have most of the following:

• Bachelor's Degree or Technical Diploma in Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in Integrated Logistics Support.
• Strong knowledge of Integrated Logistic Support principles, systems, and practices.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities to work with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with applicable Canadian and international defense standards and regulations.
• Familiarity with ILS related MILSTANs
• Knowledge of ASD S series of standards with particular reference to1000D and 3000L is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of deployable infrastructure, logistic vehicles or land systems is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of PLM Windchill is considered an asset.

Must be eligible to meet the requirements of export control regulations, including the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and Canadian government security requirements.

About Marshall:

Marshall Canada is part of the 110-year-old Marshall Group of Companies, an independent private organization headquartered in Cambridge (UK).

Located in Ottawa and Moncton, Marshall Canada provides military and commercial customers with a range of world-leading applied engineering services and product solutions across Canada and beyond. Marshall seeks to develop and deliver long-term value to its customers, whilst remaining firmly committed to enhancing the communities in which it operates and creating exciting opportunities for its people.

Within Aerospace, we offer world-leading engineering support and solutions to 18 Air Forces across the globe. From maintenance, repair and overhaul to complex modifications, our highly skilled engineers use their expertise to help keep critical platforms in the air.

For decades, our Land Systems team has been providing configurable, modular, highly advanced infrastructure solutions such as: laboratories, medical facilities, command and control centres, communication hubs and tactical shelters. From the heat of the desert to sub-zero temperatures we have also provided vehicle systems and platform integrations that enabled us to provide protection for people and equipment operating in the most challenging environments.

We are growing and we would love for you to join our team. This is truly an organization where you can have an enormous impact on the world around you. If you want to make your mark in an organization where people really matter, this could be the opportunity you have been looking for.

Marshall Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Marshall Group is an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information about Equal Opportunity in the Workplace please click here.