Materiel Certification Specialist

Babcock•Saanich, BC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

In a complex world marked by the threat of war, natural disasters, and geopolitical instability, national security has never been more important. Babcock is an international defence company providing support and product solutions to enhance our customers’ defence capabilities and critical assets. Our Canadian team combines their talent and expertise with deep global knowledge and experience from our operations in the United Kingdom, Europe, Australasia and Africa. Working for us, you’ll help ensure that Canada’s critical services and assets are readily available, reliable, and capable for our defence and civil customers and contribute to Babcock’s Purpose, ‘Creating a safe and secure world, together.’ Babcock is a people business. Our people and customers matter most to us. Here you will experience a challenging and rewarding work environment with the support you need to deliver and thrive in your career alongside inclusive teams you respect that value your skills and dedication. Our Babcock Principles create the foundation for how we deliver better outcomes for our Culture, Customers and Communities. By collectively embodying these Principles in all the work we do, our colleagues help make us great: Be Curious – We believe in challenging the status quo and asking, ‘how might we?’ Think: Outcomes – We believe in measuring success by the results we deliver and the positive impact we make Be Kind – We believe in being kind to ourselves, kind to each other, and kind to our planet. Collaborate – We believe that Babcock is greater than the sum of its parts. Be Courageous – We believe in being brave, ambitious, and determined. Own and Deliver – We believe everybody has a part to play in Babcock’s and our customers’ success.

Requirements

An accredited technical college diploma, or an acceptable combination of training and 8 years’ experience performing similar work.
Diploma of Technology, Certificate of Technology, or equivalent experience and is registered as an Applied Science Technologist or Certified Technician with the applicable provincial association.
Experience working in DND’s DRMIS or similar SAP application.
Practical experience with technical documentation review/analysis and with quality assurance processes.
A demonstrated knowledge of marine systems and/or submarine technical experience.
A high degree of understanding of submarine systems from hull, mechanical, electrical, and combat systems, and be able to assess whether the results and quality evidence are sufficient to support certification.
Understanding of submarine First Level (safety critical) technical documentation.
Eligibility for a Canadian Secret Security, Controlled Goods and ITAR Clearance.

Responsibilities

Internally champion the use, understanding, and adherence to the MatCert related customer requirements documents including but not limited to the most current approved version of the C-23-VIC-000AG & AM.
Organize, and handle the Customer Audits (IV&V), from audit planning to resolution and closing, as per internal dedicated process.
Interpret Department of National Defence (DND) material certification requirements and take the steps necessary to prepare and present the material state reports needed at milestone Materiel Certification events.
Drive the solution of materiel status issues during the EDWP process to achieve the materiel certification accuracy at the point of certification.
Conduct and communicate preliminary Aggerate Risk Assessment to capture holistic risks to submarine systems.
Coordinate the collation, interpretation, and presentation of the material status of given submarine as per customer requirements.
Manage ND submissions and updating processes to update the customer system of record (DRMIS) and ensure accuracy.
Highlight gaps and discrepancies on materiel certification documents, as detected, to appropriate internal and external stakeholders and advocate effectively for appropriate resolution.
Develop the necessary work instructions for MatCert team to assure key activities.
Mentor Jr MatCert employees on complex activities, customer requirements and company procedures.
Provide constructive feedback to stakeholders regarding common shortfalls in MatCert related / provided documentation.
Provide mentoring to applicable stakeholders in the use of MatCert Procedures.
Support drafting Materiel certification deliverables.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

100% employer-paid health and dental premiums
Wellness benefit promotes a work environment that supports healthy lifestyles and well-being
Employee and Family Assistance Plan (EFAP) offers support and solutions for a wide range of life’s challenges
Maternity/Parental Leave top-up payment is available for our colleagues as their family grows
Babcock Canada matches a portion of earnings towards our RRSP/DPSP program.
Colleagues can contribute directly to a TFSA
Agile workplace for several positions
Option of a compressed work schedule supports work/life interests
Competitive annual vacation time off and additional time off during our holiday closure
Comprehensive colleague recognition program and bonus program
Training and support for professional development and professional membership dues