Platform Delivery IPT Lead

Platform Delivery IPT Lead - River Class Destroyer 5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants This position is part of the Rotary and Mission Systems business area, where employees across Canada support engineering, systems integration, training, sustainment and in‑service support programs for Canadian and international military customers across land, air and sea. Specific Job Description The candidate will be involved in the Canadian Surface Combatant (CSC) Program for the River Class Destroyer, providing leadership to the CSC Platform Design Team during the development of the CSC Warship Design. This is an IPT Lead position which will require frequent interface with both internal and external program leadership, other IPTs, and Cross Product Teams (CPT). This role is seen as not only being critical to the successful execution of the CSC Program, but the successful candidate will also play a significant role in helping shape relationships with the customer and sub‑contractor teams during transition from Warship design to implementation/production in support of the CSC build program. Responsibilities Responsible for Technical Performance, Cost and Schedule. Lead and manage the Platform Delivery Design Team, consisting of 10+ engineers. Provide technical expertise and leadership to the Platform Delivery Design Team in the areas of Systems, Electrical, Marine Systems, Propulsion, Auxiliary Systems, IPMS/BCDS, Aviation, Hull & Outfit, Margins, Survivability, and Certification. Ensure timely and proper delivery of Technical Data Packages. Daily communication and coordination with the technical leadership, Irving Shipbuilding Inc (ISI), Warship Designer (BAE), as required. Liaise with Platform Supply Chain teams to resolve technical and programmatic issues in support of the CSC Platform Delivery design. Make decisions and provide guidance to the team to support priorities and program needs. Support resolution of Platform‑related technical issues with the customer and Warship Designer. Management and tracking of team day‑to‑day activities in JIRA. Support Engineering Change Proposals, Basis of Estimates (BOEs), cost and schedule impact assessments, and business rhythm activities. Support/implement initiatives to improve team operations and efficiencies. Maintenance of a high standard of professional excellence, organization and communication. Share lessons learned with peers and co‑workers across the organization. Required Skills, Qualifications and Experience Degree in Electrical, Mechanical engineering, Marine Systems Engineering and/or Naval Architect 7-10 years combined technical and management experience in a naval engineering role or naval shipbuilding major program 5+ years experience in Platform design and integration Knowledge in Naval Architecture and Marine systems Experience with Classification Society rules/regulations Demonstrated capability to perform well in challenging or ambiguous situations to meet milestones Strong leadership and relationship‑building skills Strong communication and writing skills Strong knowledge of JIRA Aptitude for providing technical guidance and solving challenging problems Works well individually or in a team environment Ability to acquire North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Secret Security clearance. Professional Engineer Certification Desired Skills, Qualifications and Experience CSC Experience with a strong understanding of the Program priorities and scope Demonstrated Change Management excellence Technical Support of Procurement Activities Experience in a shipyard environment Experience in Risk Management Knowledge of Systems Engineering Knowledge of requirements management using DOORs™ (IBM Rational) Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Engineering and Management Industries Defense and Space Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr