Logistics Product Validation Specialist

General Dynamics Land Systems

London

JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
LOCATION
London
POSTED
25 days ago

Description

At General Dynamics Land Systems we put our Customers at the centre of everything we do. Our commitment to protect and enable the people who serve drives us to develop products and systems that give them a clear advantage for mission success. We are looking for passionate individuals to help us deliver innovative, unique solutions to our Customers.

Position Description:

  • Perform technical validation of Provisioning data, maintenance, troubleshooting and operator procedures for military vehicles
  • Communicate with other Logistics teams to resolve quality questions, concerns and issues
  • Read and interpret engineering drawings, electrical schematics, specifications and subcontractor data to ensure accurate technical validation of source data and Technical Publications procedures
  • Validate products through approved processes ensuring contractual requirements are being met
  • Document all findings in a Quality Management database and verify all recommended changes are updated and complete upon acceptance
  • Attend and support customer events, meetings and Log Reviews, as required
  • Perform hands-on maintenance and troubleshooting procedures, this may include use of including crane, hand tools, power and air tools as required
  • Hands-on review will consist of dis-assembling and assembling the vehicle and/or components according to the manuals provided
  • Follow all GDLS shop safety protocols, including the DWC (Danger, Warning and Caution) listed in the manuals
  • Lift, move or manipulate various items/components, in accordance with safety guidelines, which may include the use of mechanical lift equipment
  • Ability to travel (25% Cdn & US) and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a valid US visa and adhere to US tax requirements

Required Qualifications:

  • University Degree/College Diploma in a technical discipline
  • Minimum 2-3 years experience in the operation, maintenance and integration of vehicle components and systems
  • Goal oriented with the ability to complete tasks in a timely manner
  • Demonstrated strength in MS Office applications
  • Strong communication, organization and prioritization skills

 Preferred Qualifications:

  • Workshop, R&O or Field experience on military equipment
  • An understanding of the general concepts of quality systems, defect detection, defect analysis and reporting
  • Ability to read and interpret Engineering drawings and schematics and navigate through CAD software such as Teamcentre
  • Previous experience in the development of technical manuals or validation of Logistics products

About the Company

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General Dynamics Land Systems

General Dynamics Land Systems (GDLS), headquartered in Sterling Heights, Michigan is a wholly-owned business unit of General Dynamics Corporation’s (NYSE:GD) Combat Systems group and is a global leader in the design, development, production, support and enhancement of tracked and wheeled military vehicles. GDLS has a 70-year defense heritage of providing a full spectrum of high quality, technically superior, high value products and services to the United States and its Allies and demonstrates the leadership, financial resources, technology and strength of more than 7500 employees who are dedicated to making the Company the World’s preferred supplier of land vehicles and weapons systems. This dedication assures every shareholder, customer, and the nation, that the name General Dynamics will always mean Strength on Your Side.

At the heart of Land Systems’ military-vehicle platforms is the Abrams main battle tank and the family of Stryker and LAV wheeled combat vehicles. These key ground-force assets remain critical to the military’s structure and offer continuing opportunities for modernization and enhancements that meet the Warfighter’s evolving requirements while increasing troop safety and effectiveness.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Aerospace and Defense
FOUNDED
1982
WEBSITE
http://www.gdls.com/