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Material and Deployment Support Specialist

North Saanich, Canada

Job ID 17656
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L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

9/80 work schedule available for most U.S. and Canada employees, effective October 24, 2022.

About your next Challenge as a Material and Deployment Support Specialist:

Reporting to the Customer Field Office (CFO) Site Associate Manager, the Material and Deployment Support Specialist is responsible to assist both the Material Support Specialist and the Deployment Support Specialist in the management and control of the MHWS inventory of parts, consumables, STE and tools at 443 Squadron in Patricia Bay that are required for the support of the CH148 Cyclone MHWS maintenance program and deployed operations.

Essential Functions:

  • Manage a computerized inventory of parts, consumables, STE and tools that can be relied upon for the accuracy of data contained, including but not limited to, accurate description fields, accurate quantity levels in storage and throughout the supply chain pipeline, accurate storage location(s), accurate serviceability status etc.;
  • Manage an inventory replenishment system with procedures that can be relied upon to meet the inventory consumption rate and established minimum service levels, consistent with prudent business principles;
  • Prioritize inventory picking requirements for warehouse employees;
  • Expedite high priority demands for parts, consumables, STE and tools in support of the MHWS maintenance program and Deployed operations, consistent with customer expectations;
  • Expeditiously resolve material requirement shortfalls and other discrepancies, including the implementation of longer term solutions to prevent the problem from recurring; and
  • Investigate Technical Problems related to inventory or warehouse operations and recommend improvements to the Site Supervisor for material management and control processes, procedures, instructions and/or reports.
  • Provide support in the coordination of the deployment support requirements with the 443 Sqn personnel, including monthly reporting of Pack-Up Kits (PUK) status, PUK preparation for delivery to the Point of Release, PUK return following deployment, and resolution of PUK discrepancies;
  • Provide support in the management of PUK replenishment to meet deployed operational requirements;
  • Participate in the development of metrics for reporting the status of material in PUKs and for reporting material used during deployments.

Qualifications:

  • Post-Secondary education in a relevant field required;
  • Knowledge of materials management and working knowledge of a Materials Management System such as SAP required.
  • Must be eligible for registration to the Controlled Goods Program;    
  • Must be eligible to obtaining and maintaining the government of Canada’s Level 2 (Secret) security and NATO Secret clearances;
  • Location not accessible via public transportation, own transportation required.

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Knowledge of materials management in the aerospace industry;
  • A working knowledge of metrics for reporting material handling and procurement;
  • Over three (3) years of relevant experience in materials management;
  • Knowledge of Canadian Forces deployed operations considered an asset;

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program;
  • Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a government of Canada Secret Level 2/NATO Secret security clearance;
  • Must be eligible to meet the requirements for U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

L3Harris is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to treating all of its employees and job applicants with respect and dignity and to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination. Anyone applying for a position will be considered without regard to the following: race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, nationality, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability, citizenship status, or conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered, or any other characteristic that is protected by applicable human rights legislation.

L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug and alcohol testing and background checks, in accordance with applicable law. Such results are only accessible and viewed by individuals at L3Harris who have direct responsibility in the hiring process. If you fail to report for a drug and alcohol test, refuse to undergo such test or test positive for the presence of drugs or alcohol, the hiring process may be concluded or your offer of employment may be rescinded, in L3Harris’ sole discretion.

L3Harris performs background checks prior to employment as all applicants must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program and obtain and maintain a positive security assessment. Some positions may require a government of Canada “Reliability” status and/or Level 2 (Secret) security clearance. In addition, L3Harris performs pre-employment substance abuse testing where required.

At L3Harris, we foster an inclusive, equitable and diverse workplace. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. For applicants with disabilities, we will provide you with accommodation so that you have what you need in order to be at your best.

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