Configuration Data Manager - Twin Otter

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JOB OVERVIEW

The Configuration Data Manager, Life Cycle Material Support, reports to the KF Aerospace Military Program Manager and under minimal supervision, provides the CC138 Twin Otter Technical Authority (TA) with technical support for systems identified in the Weapon System Support network (WSSN) and as detailed in Appendix 5 to Annex A of Contract W8485-163203. This role will be based out of Eastern Canada, ideally Ottawa, Ontario.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Configuration Management

• Conduct support of CC138 Twin Otter data configuration for aircraft system management.
• Assist in the implementation of approved changes to the Configuration Management Plan (CMP) for the CC138 Twin Otter aircraft, as directed by the TA;
• Monitoring and reviewing the latest DND policies and procedures on Configuration Management (CM) recommending improvements to the CM Plan
• Assist in developing and implementing changes to the Configuration Process Manual for the CC138 Twin Otter aircraft as required.
• Managing and maintaining the Configuration Status Accounting (CSA) databases for the CC138 Twin Otter Aircraft Fleet.
• Assist in developing and implementing improvements to the CSA Databases.
• Developing a good understanding and control of all CM documentation: Service Bulletin (SB), Airworthiness Directives (AD), Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB), Unsatisfactory Condition Reports (UCR), Publication Discrepancy Report (PDR), Special Inspection (SI), Aircraft Modification Approval Form (AMAF), Modifications (Mods), Technical Bulletins (TB), Special Information Leaflets (SIL), Non-Standard Repairs (NSR), Aircraft Inspection Change Proposal (AICP), etc.;
• Draft DND570s as required for publication amendments for approval by the TA;
• Coordinating the flow of CM data throughout the CC138 Twin Otter Fleet organization within NDHQ, 1 Can Air Div, 440 Sqn, Primary Air Vehicle R&O Contractor and designated support Contractors;
• Conducting configuration reviews and audits as requested by the TA;
• Preparing and issuing CM reports as requested by the TA, or as required, reflecting the configuration status of the CC138 Twin Otter Fleet; and
• Preparing Annual Airworthiness Report (AAR) as requested by the TA.

Publication Management

• Coordinating the tracking and release of change documentation once approved by the TA
• Direct queries from the Publication Contractor to the appropriate LCMM;
• Coordinating publication verification with the appropriate LCMM;
• Maintaining files for completed and outstanding work for applicable publications;
• Reviewing publication work and advising the TA of significant changes to the planned schedule; and
• Reviewing and providing print quantities as requested to the TA for orders to the Publication Contractor.

Technical Data Management

• Assist in maintaining a database of publications, as listed on the TAs Publication plate (B525) and implement improvements to the database;
• Recording, distributing or incorporating: Changes, Revisions, Advance Notice Changes or Message Amendments as requested by the TA;
• Prepare pre-audit reports and participate in sub-library audits as requested by the TA;
• Review requests for TA's publications by other plate holders, providing recommendations to the TA;
• Recommend and implement changes to the Engineering Process Manual, as directed by the Senior Design Engineer (SDE);
• Participate in Accredited Technical Organization (ATO) audits as requested by the TA;
• Participate in fleet Maintenance Review Meetings (MRM) or PRMs or TRMs with the TA as requested by the Contractor; and
• Perform any other duties that may be requested by the Contractor through coordination with the TA.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• A minimum of three years of aviation equipment work experience on DND aircraft.
• A minimum of one year of technical work on the CC138 Twin Otter aviation and avionics systems would be an asset.
• Experience as an LCMM or LCMS would be an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, modify and manage database (Microsoft Access).
• Experience in providing technical support for aviation equipment.
• Working knowledge of technical drawings requirements.
• Detailed knowledge of DND policies and procedures.
• Working knowledge of DND supply procedures.
• Detailed knowledge of DND airworthiness and technical management procedures.
• Detailed knowledge of DND configuration management procedures.
• Detailed knowledge of DND technical publications management and amendment procedures.
• Working knowledge of DND supply and financial procedures; and
• Working knowledge of aircraft systems in general and theory of operation.

EDUCATION

• Possession of a technical college certificate in aircraft aviation or qualified as a Level A CF technician;
• Possession of a Configuration Management training certificate (i.e. DND CM course or Institute of Configuration Management CM II certificate or other equivalent training) would be an asset; and
• Possession of a CC138 Twin Otter on aircraft type training certificate or Maintenance Manager training certificate or equivalent training would be an asset;

REQUIREMENTS

Meetings, Travel and Living

• The LCMS may be requested through the Contractor to attend meetings with the TA at locations within or outside of the NCR. The Contractor will ensure that the LCMS meets the security clearance for the facilities at which these meetings will occur; and
• The LCMS will be expected to travel IAW the Contractors Terms and Conditions of Employment.
• Travel and Living expenses will be IAW the applicable Contract, Basis of Payment.

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