Mass Properties Specialist/Engineer

Description

The Mass Properties Specialist/Engineer collects, organizes, and controls sub-system and component data on Space, Weight and Power (SWaP). The primary responsibility is to ensure SWaP data is current, accurate, and change controlled. This role supports control of SWaP at the system level by developing and managing SWaP allocations at the subsystem level.

Key Job Elements

• Create and maintain SWaP databases, mass property metrics, and vehicle power budget allocations
• Create weight targets, estimate and track part/assembly weights, allocations at vehicle, system, and sub-system levels
• Monitor and report SWaP data, address adverse SWaP trends, and develop/assess Corrective Actions (CAs) for the assigned Program
• Gather, maintain, and analyze transportability data in accordance with National, International, and Military standards
• Support the development and implementation of SWAP and transportability in processes and tools, and identify opportunities for process improvement
• Train and educate personnel in GDLS-C SWAP process and tool methodology
• Perform Engineering calculations in support of SWaP and transportability performance allocations to requirements
• Perform impact analysis of SWAP and transportability requirements changes
• Develop vehicle ballast plans and ballast concepts for vehicle production and test activities
• Develop checkpoint and design milestone artifacts and ensure technical accuracy and completeness

Required Qualifications

• University Degree or College Diploma in a related field
• Minimum 3 years relevant experience
• Ability to read, interpret, and critique Engineering and vendor drawings
• An understanding of the general concepts of quality systems, defect detection, defect analysis, and reporting
• Strong communication, organization, and prioritization skills
• Effective planning, analytical, and negotiation skills
• Demonstrated strength in MS Office applications and other engineering software
• Able to meet Anthropometrical Size Requirements for confined space
• Able to travel (5% Cdn), (5% US & International), and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport

Preferred Qualifications

• P. Eng or the ability to obtain a P. Eng
• Knowledge of automotive design

Working Conditions

• Physical Environment: Office
• Hazards: None
• Physical Demands: Usual mobility demands required are standing, walking, sitting, and stair climbing to access upper offices.
• Equipment Utilized: Computer, Phone, Mobile device

Medical Surveillance

• May include: Anthropometrical Size Restrictions depending on task

Personal Protective Equipment

• Applicable when interacting with shop floor (safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection, extraction coveralls)