Component Manager - Jobs in Dartmouth, NS

Job Description

The Ultra Engineering function manages a portfolio of specialist capabilities, generating highly differentiated solutions and products by applying electronic, mechanical, and software technologies in demanding and critical environments to meet customer needs.To support the component and obsolescence management of parts and BOMs used at all stages of the development lifecycle allowing the business to successfully undertake a wide variety of technical and engineering work from a project’s initial design to long-term product support. Ensuring that suitable, obtainable, compliant and economic solutions are found for all components selected for programmes across the business. Manage complete component lifecycles, compliance, availability/quality issues, etc. to support Engineering in selection of components. Internally and Externally develop networks and build key relationships to increase capability of the team to effectively deal with late-stage Procurement issues.From a holistic perspective maintain the quality and consistency of all assigned component databases and libraries ensuring all components are adequately specified.To conduct component engineering activities, either alone on a small project or as part of a larger project team, adhering to Engineering Function processes and any project-specific tailoring of those processes.A Component Engineer will be responsible for:

• [All] Conducting Component Engineering tasks throughout the engineering development lifecycle, consisting of (but not limited to):
  • Part selection, creation and maintenance within Parts libraries and databases. (incl. Obsolescence management, duplication identification, ensuring minimum levels of consistency and quality of all part data).
  • Providing sound technical advice/assistance in connection with component support to engineering (e.g. identification of an alternative part, BOM checking)
  • [Senior / Principal] pro-active identification of part issues, taking appropriate actions to address them.
  • Cross geographic engagement and support of engineering activities across the whole OBU.
  • Review and support in the creation/management of engineering BOMs and other design documentation.
  • Support to Procurement and Production.
• [All] Training and Development:
  • Maintain and develop functional skills relevant to Component Management within the OBU.
  • Identify training needs and develop personal career path to support the personal development process.
• [All] Process Compliance:
  • [Senior / Principal] Support the continued improvement of the company’s Component Management processes and procedures.
  • Adhere to the company’s Component Management processes and procedures.
• [All] Configuration and Data Management:
  • Use of software version control tools and issue tracking tools during all activities.
  • [Senior / Principal] Delivery of components, support the delivery of parts and subsystems into project and business level configuration and data management systems, unless required to work as stated below.
• [All] Supports Bids by providing input on technical solutions estimates and plans.
• [All] Product Compliance: Work with the Safety team to ensure Environmental knowledge is current and up to date.
• Trade Compliance:
  • [Senior / Principal] Support Commercial/Trade Compliance maintaining a good understanding of Export Control and its implications.

A Component Engineer will be accountable for:

• [Senior/Principal] Providing planning input to project schedules by estimating own tasks and those of the wider team.
• [All] Acting as a team player who recognises impact of own performance and behaviour in the wider team.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. A review of this classification has excluded the marginal functions of the classification that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities to perform this job proficiently. The requirements in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.What’s in it for youWe offer a competitive benefits package including extended health and dental, life insurance, RRSP, optional critical illness insurance, an EFAP and student bursaries.We encourage regular manager-employee performance feedback, goal alignment and employee development through our Employee Performance Development Plan (EPDP)We are an Equal Opportunities employer and particularly welcome applications from Women, Aboriginal Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Visible Minorities.Quick Apply

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