Company Description

ADGA Group is a proudly Canadian-owned and operated defence and security technology company. Our core services include value-added program management, agile software engineering development, and integrated security solutions. As an industry partner to the Canadian Government and Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) for decades, ADGA is actively supporting ongoing and emerging requirements for operational readiness, reconstitution, and modernization.

For decades, we have recruited veterans to integrate their unique skillsets and highly specialized training into our workforce and work culture. At ADGA, we are united by our social purpose to create meaningful employment opportunities for veterans of the CAF and RCMP, their families, and fellow citizens who share a passion to contribute to the security and well-being of Canadians.

ADGA’s social purpose empowers us to reinvest in our employees as well as to donate generously to veteran and military family causes in our community.

Join our team at ADGA, where we prioritize your success by fostering internal movement and growth in a safe, inclusive and agile work environment. We offer a wide variety of career and developmental opportunities, including the option to work on different projects and technologies, on-the-job training, cross-training, access to business and technical online courses, and formal education subsidies.

Job Description

ADGA is hiring a Life Cycle Material Management Technician to support an existing program with DND.

In this role you will provide technical expertise and assist our customer to deliver TacNet hardware and manage the LCSS (Land Command Support System) Tactical Network.

You will need to have experience in the area o Life Cycle Material Management and the DRMIS Software suite. (used by DND/CAF) Knowledge of Information Technology Infrastructure including: Data Processing, Data Storage, Networking and Power is required.

Tasks will include:

• assist in the LCMM (life cycle material management) of the LCSS TacNet hardware fleet which includes the planning, cataloguing procurement, distribution, tracking and disposal of equipment.
• assist in the creation and management of an LCSS HQ equipment strategy, including obsolescence management and maintaining a renewal/recapitalization plan for LCSS TacNet hardware.
• participate in Hardware baseline procurement, cataloguing and equipment tracking.
• assist with the configuration management of LCSS HW baselines.
• work with Supply Managers to ensure the correct movement o equipment through the supply systems.
• work with the internal workshop to coordinate repair and disposal tasks related to the TacNet equipment.
• work with Test Establishment to determine appropriate standards and qualifications, and then coordinating testing of TacNet equipment.
• work with the Army and other groups to resolve issues to the equipment.
• work with Vendors and OEMs to manage warranties, corrective actions, repairs, technician training etc.
• write technical bulletins.
• other duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be skilled at LCMM processes and configuration management.
• Must be comfortable assisting in the development o technical bulletins. These describe issues related to the supported hardware systems and how to resolve those issues.
• Required to apply/and hold an active Secret Level 2 clearance with PSPC/Public Works. (Fed Gov)
• Education required: proof of College Diploma in Electronics, Computer Technology or a relevant field required to support LCSS, or a demonstrated qualification level 6A or 6B and a demonstrated min substantive rank of Warranty Officer in the Canadian Forces.
• Minimum of 36 months of demonstrated experience within the last 60 months in the preparation of technical documents including requirements, specifications, checklists, bullets, reports, proposals, equipment disposal plans.
• Minimum of 48 months of demonstrated experience in the last 72 months in a minimum o 6 of the following areas below:
  • experience using a recognized process framework or using an LCMM handbook.
  • experience working on ERP software (like SAP) for equipment cataloguing.
  • experience working on ERP software for maintaining and developing checklists.
  • experience working on ERP software for coordinating equipment distribution.
  • evaluating and providing solutions to deficiencies in Technical Failure Reports and Unsatisfactory Condition Reports.
  • analyzing Statement of Operational Requirements.
  • reviewing Technical Data Packages.
  • planning and executing equipment demilitarization and disposal.

Additional Information

• ADGA currently holds this Defence contract. This is a multiple year contract.
• Work does need to be done on location - this role is out of an office in Gatineau. Work on-site - must be full time, Monday to Friday.
• Security to start - Secret level clearance and a Controlled Goods Certificate.

Work-Life Balance

We strongly support a healthy and productive work-life balance. This starts with a flexible approach to work, and policies designed to support employees through their day-to-day routines and major life events. For example, we offer a Maternity/Parental Top-Up (up to 52 weeks) and a Reservist Leave Top-Up (up to 180 days).

Belong@ADGA

ADGA continuously strives to integrate advanced Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) approaches and practices into our work culture. Our employee-based DEI Committee explores activities and invites discussions that foster an environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and heard.

Compensation

Above and beyond our commitment to offer a competitive base salary, ADGA has a company-wide profit-sharing plan for all full-time and part-time employees.

Comprehensive Benefits and Total Rewards

We offer a comprehensive benefit program, providing employees with the choice between base or enhanced plans. Depending on the plan, ADGA pays for Health & Dental, a Health Spending Account, Short-Term Disability, an Employee Assistance Program, and a Telemedicine service. Also offered: discounts on gym memberships, 5,000+ perks through Perkoplis, a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan, and access to a wide range of other employee-centric services and savings programs.