Configuration and Data Management Specialist

DRS Pivotal Power, Inc. is located in Bedford, Nova Scotia. DRS Pivotal Power is a leader in the design, development and manufacture of high reliability power conversion equipment for mission critical applications supporting all branches of the military in Canada, the US and many countries abroad. All products are designed and manufactured in house by our growing team of over 80 employees. DRS Pivotal Power is part of the Leonardo DRS Naval Electronics group and has currently over 30,000 fielded units boasting a field reliability of over 99%.

Job Summary

The Configuration and Data Management Specialist will report to the Engineering Manager and will be a detail oriented individual that can run our PLM software and manage product configuration.

Job Responsibilities

• Design, develop and establish moderately complex data management documentation based on program requirements 
• Coordinates the development, implementation and maintenance of configuration management systems
• Participate in design reviews, audits, schedules, budgets, etc
• Utilize product data management tools
• Prepare contract data item submittals to established delivery schedules
• Provide support to the Product Data Manager and engineering technical staff 
• Responsible for regular reporting of progress and status 
• Communicate clearly (written and oral) with other company personnel and the customer as required
• Support the development, implementation and maintenance of configuration management systems 
• Support the analysis of proposed design changes to determine the effect on the overall system; may recommend methods of improvement  
• May participate in special assignments or projects 
• May act as liaison between functional groups 
• May supervise work product of other less experienced employees
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
• Complete assigned tasks on time and meet technical requirements
• Attend appropriate engineering, customer or business meetings

What you need to be successful in the role:

• 3-5 years relevant experience in the field of Product Data Management 
• Basic understanding of engineering or manufacturing technical data packages
• Demonstrated growth regarding configuration management principles
• Detail oriented individual 
• Ability to work independently under supervision of others, yet collaborate with the team
• General computer skills with developed familiarity with product data management tools  
• Experience with CAD data systems desirable
• Associate’s degree in engineering or related technical field (CAD data systems)
   

Benefits of working at DRS Pivotal Power

• A motivating team-based environment where your achievements matter
• An opportunity to work on industry leading edge technology
• Flexible work hours and a compressed work week to promote a healthy work/life balance
• Industry leading wellness program including:
  • Health, dental, and vision coverage available on first day of hire at no cost to the employee with access to virtual healthcare
  • Access to Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Competitive compensation including:
  • Reimbursement for professional development initiatives and memberships plus access to free online learning resources
  • Registered Retirement Savings Plan with matching company contributions with access to complimentary financial planning
  • Maternity and Parental leave top-up
  • Vacation, personal days, sick leave, and additional company paid days off

About DRS Pivotal Power 

DRS Pivotal Power Inc., a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, is a leader in the development and manufacture of high reliability power conversion equipment for mission critical military applications. DRS Pivotal Power is part of the Naval Electronics Canada Group. 

All applicants must fulfill requirements for Canadian security clearance.   

Applicants requiring a disability related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process are to advise Human Resources. DRS Pivotal Power Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. 

Applicants may apply to this position online at www.leonardodrs.com careers.  

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