Description
The Software and Cyber team is seeking a Vehicle Systems Integration Lab (VSIL) Lab Technician/Associate Specialist. We are looking for someone who is highly organized and has experience working with cross-functional organizations such as Production, Supply Chain and IPS.
The Lab Technician is responsible for the day-to-day operation and coordination of activities in the VSIL for Software, Cyber and SW Test teams with 4 primary areas of responsibility:
- Procurement and material management for Engineering development needs in a compliant manner as it pertains to ITAR, CUI and Government Property
- Providing hands-on and technical support to building SILs and test benches including building prototype test harnesses.
- Supporting ad hoc or urgent requests such as preparing for VIP events
- Regular VSIL housekeeping
Key Job Elements:
- Support the day-to-day activities that occur in the System Integration Lab (SIL).
- Maintain track of high value assets and their calibration status.
- Liaise with gauge control to ensure equipment calibration cycles are maintained.
- Purchase and maintain stock of relevant consumable materials like connectors, wire, solder, heat shrink and other materials that SIL users need for their work.
- Support purchase of materials for engineering prototypes and tests.
- Responsible for the overall cleanliness and housekeeping of shared spaces in the SIL.
- Build test harnesses and/or test fixtures for the SIL including harnesses, Proto-board, small enclosures, or other hardware.
- Work with Facilities and other areas of the business to ensure there is adequate storage, electrical, IT utilities/services, and furniture for the SIL.
- Work with IT and Security to maintain security updates and status of SIL PC hardware.
- Coordinate with PMC department for shipping and receiving to the SIL.
- Support Capital and consumables funding planning or other budget to get the appropriate tools and test equipment (oscilloscopes, power supplies, multi meters, etc.) for the SIL.
- Manage annual SIL operating budget.
- For more information about the expectations related to Engineering roles at each Global Career Framework (GCF) level, see: Responsibility Matrix of ED&T KJEs by GCF Levels (located on ED&T Portal).
Required Qualifications:
- College Diploma or University Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field
- Minimum 1-3 years relevant experience.
- Ability to interpret electrical drawings and schematics to build assemblies.
- Ability to use common hand tools for crimping contacts and construction of assemblies.
- Familiarity with Lab based instrumentation tools such as oscilloscopes, function generators, etc.
- Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Must be able to meet Anthropometrical Size Requirements for confined space.
- Must be able to work in Canada and to obtain CGP (Controlled Goods Program) clearance and be eligible for access to ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) controlled data/hardware.
- Advanced computer skills in MS Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Ability to travel (5% Cdn) and (5% US & International) and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certified to IPC J-STD-001 standard for Soldered Electrical and Electronic Assemblies
- Familiar with IPC/WHMA-A-620 and GDLS wire harness manufacturing standards
- Experience with industry and military standards relevant to military vehicle design
- Experience building assemblies with automotive and military connectors
- Experience diagnosing CAN and serial bus (RS232/422/485) connections
- Have or be able to obtain and maintain Secret Level clearance
