Job Description

Description


P55 Design Services Staff Physical Architect
Key Job Elements:

• Design mobile defense subsystems with minimal supervision utilizing NX CAD software integrated to the Teamcenter database
• Create and maintain vehicle master models and product structure (Virtual Engineering Unit) and administer working files for multiple design teams
• Work with Vehicle and System architects to develop initial concepts and sub-system space and weight allocations
• Support design/model reviews using NX CAD software and/or Teamcenter Visualization
• Work with Vehicle and System architects to triage issues and develop solution concepts that are considerate of the entire system
• Ensure design integrity by performing dynamic motion, interference, and weight and center of gravity analyses; communicate results to internal customers
• Create solid models, layouts and associative assembly and detail drawings from sketches, notes or direction from senior designers or Project Engineers to stringent industry, company and military standards
• Support data transfer activities integrating supplier generated CAD models, (received in various formats) into the VEU. Interact with internal and external customers to ensure data received/exported meets expectations
• May be required to participate in Bid and Proposal activities by determining scope of work and preparing labour estimates, preparation of Basis of Estimates (BOE).
• May be required to participate in statusing and planning activities while monitoring project cost and schedule performance for various contracts
• May be required to lead identification and implementation of departmental processes, standards and related documentation

Required Qualifications:

• University degree or college diploma in the Mechanical field
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience with NX CAD software in modeling, drafting and advanced assemblies
• Strong knowledge of the application and interpretation of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) from piece parts to complex assemblies
• Demonstrated strength in MS Office applications
• Ability to travel (5% Cdn) and (5% US & International) and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport
• Experience with typical defense and/or mobile equipment standards (e.g. MIL-Specs, ASME standards, SAE standards, FMVSS, etc.)
• Must be able to meet Anthropometrical Size Requirements for confined space

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum 3-5 years mechanical design utilizing CAD tools in a related industry
• Knowledge of military drawing practices including MIL-STD-100 and related ASME Y14 series standards
• Knowledge of Teamcenter Product Data Management application
• OACETT certified Mechanical Technologist or Technician (CET) with specialty in mobile equipment

Physical Conditions and Hazards: The conditions in which an individual or staff works, including but not limited to such things as amenities, physical environment, stress and noise levels, degree of safety or danger, temperature, location.
1) Physical Environment: Office 2) Hazards: NA
Physical Demands Description: This section objectively captures and describes the physical demands that are required to perform a particular job or role. Usually completed by the ergonomist Usual mobility demands required are standing, walking, sitting, and stair climbing to access upper offices.
Equipment Utilized: This section describes the type of equipment an employee is required to use: 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)