Mechanical Technologist - Wind Tunnel

Location

Ottawa, ON | Canada

Job description

Priority will be given to the following designated employment equity groups: Indigenous peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.

* The Employment Equity Act, which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.

Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process.

City:  Ottawa  

Organizational Unit:  Aerospace  

Classification:  TO-3  

Tenure:  Term  

Duration: 2 Years  

Language Requirements:  English

Work Arrangements:Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position will require full-time physical presence at the NRC work location identified.

Your Challenge

Great Minds. One Goal. Canada's Success.

Help bring research to life and drive your career forward with the National Research Council of Canada (NRC), Canada's largest research and technology organization.

We are looking for a Mechanical Technologist - Wind Tunnel to support the Aerospace Research Centre. This person would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.  

As a Mechanical Technologist - Wind Tunnel, you will work as part of the 1.5 m Tri-sonic wind tunnel Operations Group of the Aerodynamics Laboratory, providing mechanical support to the facility and assist in the coordination of wind tunnel testing.  

Throughout a wind tunnel test program, you will be responsible for providing mechanical support related to test development and preparation, test execution, and post-test activities. All aspects of these tasks will be performed under the framework and guidance of our ISO 9001 Quality Management System (QMS), particularly our existing work procedures, which ensure proper calibration, installation, and verification of operability prior to use during testing. You will further improve our QMS by helping to identify and create new or missing work procedures. All tasks will adhere to safe work procedures, including lock-out/tag-out (LOTO) to ensure work place safety.  

Additionally, you will participate in activities related to improving operational efficiency, test methods and tunnel maintenance by providing feedback to the Operation Supervisor and during wind tunnel test close-out meetings. This position will appeal to a person who is well organized, who is task and detail-oriented, and who enjoys working as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver excellent client service.  

If you’re that person, then this is the perfect role for you!

Screening Criteria

Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:

Education

Diploma from a post-secondary institution in a technical, engineering or scientific discipline related to the position, or an equivalent combination of work-related experience, training and education.

For information on certificates and diplomas issued abroad, please see Degree equivalency

Experience

• Significant* ground test facility experience in the implementation, preparation, and execution of test programs using work instructions;
• Significant experience in the maintenance, operation and care of mechanical equipment including hydraulic and electrical systems;
• Significant experience with reading and interpreting technical drawings;
• Significant experience with planning and execution of medium to large-sized projects;
• Significant experience using software typical to a scientific testing, project management or engineering environment such as Visio, Word, Excel; and
• Significant experience in calibrating systems and equipment as per work instructions, providing calibration certificates and keeping records for ISO and QMS audit purposes.

Assets:

• Experience in the use of machine shop equipment, such as metal lathe, CNC, etc.;
• Experience working with 3D CAD software.

 
*Significant experience is defined as between 2 to 6 years of experience.

Condition of Employment

• Secret (II);
• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders;
• Must be able to work in a noisy environment with proper PPE;
• Must be able to work in ambient high or low temperatures; and
• Must be able to handle heavy equipment up to 50 lbs. 

Language Requirements

English  

Assessment Criteria

Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:

Technical Competencies

• Advanced knowledge of test preparation considerations related to ground test facilities;
• Advanced knowledge of the operating and monitoring of ground test facility sub-systems and identifying problems based on baseline conditions and limitations;
• Advanced knowledge of equipment maintenance requirements and processes; and
• Advanced knowledge of safe practices for material handling, fall arrest equipment, confined space entry, cranes and rigging.

Behavioural Competencies

• Technology support - Client focus (Level 1)
• Technology support - Conceptual and analytical ability (Level 1)
• Technology support - Communication (Level 2)
• Technology support - Results orientation (Level 2)
• Technology support - Initiative (Level 2)
• Technology support - Teamwork (Level 2)

Competency Profile(s)

For this position, the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile: Technology Support

Compensation

From $58,445 to $80,040 per annum. 

NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including comprehensive health and dental plans, vacation, sick, and other leave entitlements, disability insurance and pension plans.

The NRC Advantage

The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) is the Government of Canada's largest research organization supporting industrial innovation, the advancement of knowledge and technology development. We collaborate with over 70 colleges, universities and hospitals annually, work with 800 companies on their projects, and provide advice or funding to over 8000 Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) each year.

We bring together the brightest minds to deliver tangible impacts on the lives of Canadians and people around the world. And now, we want to partner with you.  Let your expertise and inspirations make an impact by joining the NRC.

At the NRC Employee wellness matters. We offer flexible work schedules as well as part-time work to help employees maintain work-life balance. We are one of the few federal organizations that close our offices during the December holiday season.  We offer professional learning and development opportunities such as conferences, workshops, and a suite of mentorship, award and recognition programs. Diversity enables creativity and innovation. Fostering a diverse, inclusive, welcoming and supportive workplace is important to us, and contributes to a more inclusive Canadian innovation system. We welcome all qualified applicants and encourage you to complete the employment equity self-declaration questions during the job application process. Please let us know of any accommodation measures required to help you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Please note that the information you provide will be treated confidentially. 

Help us solve problems for Canada. Grow your career with us today!

Notes

• Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives.
• A pre-qualified list may be established for similar positions for a one year period.
• This position is being advertised internally and externally simultaneously; however, first consideration will be given to internal NRC applicants. 
• Candidates must clearly demonstrate in their cover letter how they meet the education and experience factors listed on the poster. Candidates must use the education/experience criteria as a header and then write one or two paragraphs demonstrating how they meet them by providing concrete examples.  In addition, the candidate is encouraged to describe in detail when, where and how he/she gained the experience.  Failure to provide an appropriate cover letter will result in the rejection of your application. Candidates will not be solicited for incomplete or possible missing information. 
• Climbing stairs and ladders will be required on an occasional basis. 
• Working in a noisy environment with proper PPE will be required on an occasional basis. 
• Working in ambient high or low temperatures will be required on an occasional basis. 
• Shiftwork, flexible schedule and overtime may be required. 
• Heavy lifting up to 50 lbs on occasional basis.
• Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.
• The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.
• We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Please direct your questions, with the requisition number (21281) to:

E-mail: [email protected]

Telephone438-455-5335  

Closing Date: 13 March 2024 - 23:59 Eastern Time

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*If you are currently a term or continuing employee at NRC, please apply through the SuccessFactors Careersmodule from your NRC computer.

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