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| Location: | London, Ontario |
| Date Posted: | May 02, 2013 |
Job Description
Armatec Survivability, in Dorchester, Ontario, is the world leader of engineered passive protection solutions. We save lives by supporting our customers in the development, production, installation and support of the most effective protection systems. In little more than a decade, Armatec has expanded from being a small shop-sized operation to a large corporation with nearly 250 employees serving the needs of armed forces around the world. As the pioneer in the field of holistic survivability, Armatec continues to set the standard for armoured vehicle crew protection.
General description
Armatec Survivability is looking for a self starting, responsible and experienced Engineering Designer to be part of our team in the development of new products and systems for use in the defense industry.
Reporting to the Engineering Manager and working closely with customers and industry partners, you will develop, prototype, test and ensure production readiness of parts, assemblies and systems. Hands on experience in a prototyping environment is essential as all of our designers take part in the initial production of their designs. This type of environment demands a creative and experienced individual, where a challenge is the motivation to get the job done.
Mandatory Requirements
Rated Requirements
ARMATEC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Armatec is committed to Employment Equity, welcomes diversity in the workplace, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, members of visible minorities, aboriginal persons and persons with disabilities.
Armatec Survivability offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. If you are interested in joining a dynamic company, please send your detailed resume to [email protected] (Indicate ‘Senior Mechanical Engineering Designer’ in email subject line).
No phone calls please. Armatec would like to thank all applicants, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
General description
Armatec Survivability is looking for a self starting, responsible and experienced Engineering Designer to be part of our team in the development of new products and systems for use in the defense industry.
Reporting to the Engineering Manager and working closely with customers and industry partners, you will develop, prototype, test and ensure production readiness of parts, assemblies and systems. Hands on experience in a prototyping environment is essential as all of our designers take part in the initial production of their designs. This type of environment demands a creative and experienced individual, where a challenge is the motivation to get the job done.
Mandatory Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering
- 10+ years of relevant experience or 5+ years of relevant experience designing state of the art survivability systems for military applications
- Experience and understanding of fundamental design calculations and techniques
- Proficient in blue print reading and creation in accordance with typical ASME Y14.100 and associated standards
- Experience with geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) in accordance with ASME Y14.5
- 3D modeling experience (using Solid Works 2012 or similar)
- Project Management experience (team or individual)
- Knowledge of typical structural metals and associated welding practices
- Ability to develop work instructions and procedures
- Ability to develop weld fixtures and other manufacturing tools and molds
- Knowledge of surface treatments for adhesion or environmental protection
- Knowledge of typical test equipment (i.e. accelerometers, load cells, potentiometers, transducers, etc.) and analysis of test results
- Technical writing experience
- Proven ability to effectively trouble shoot and problem solve
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Rated Requirements
- Project experience based on the following survivability standards
- Stanag 4569 AEP 55 Volume 1 and 2
- ITOP 4-2-508
- Ballistic testing and armour design experience
- Experience with testing and evaluation of mine blast seating systems using drop tower or live fire, ATD’s and assessment of resulting injury criteria
- Knowledge of vehicle, seating and occupant responses to mine blast events
- Experience with Human Factors Engineering (HFE) design and verification methods (MIL-STD-1472 or similar)
- Knowledge of Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (or similar FMVSS)
- Finite Element Analysis (using Solidworks Simulation, Ansys or Autodyn)
- Systems Engineering experience in accordance with EIA/ANSI 632 or similar
- Knowledge of reliability analysis and testing
- Knowledge of advanced Fiber Reinforced Plastics (Glass, Carbon, Aramid)
- General machining skills and sheet metal experience
- Understanding of quality procedures in accordance with ISO 9001
- Comply with the company Health & Safety rules and regulations in accordance with the Act.
- Other duties as required
ARMATEC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Armatec is committed to Employment Equity, welcomes diversity in the workplace, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, members of visible minorities, aboriginal persons and persons with disabilities.
Armatec Survivability offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. If you are interested in joining a dynamic company, please send your detailed resume to [email protected] (Indicate ‘Senior Mechanical Engineering Designer’ in email subject line).
No phone calls please. Armatec would like to thank all applicants, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
