Technician, Mechanical Fabrication

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HOW TO APPLY
When submitting your application, you will have to answer questions regarding the education and experience requirements. You must clearly demonstrate with clear and specific examples how you meet these requirements, to specify the exact period (month/year to month/year) and to provide sufficient information to allow the selection committee to assess the depth and breadth of experience in terms of qualifications sought. It is not sufficient to only state that the qualifications are met or to only provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. Information provided throughout your application must be supported in your resume. Failure to provide this information in the requested format will result in your application being rejected.

We will accept applications on-line only. All job applications must therefore be submitted through the Public Service Resourcing System. Some of the benefits for applicants include that you can:

- modify your application/resume at any time BEFORE the closing date,
- complete screening questions which will highlight your qualifications to the hiring manager, and
- verify the status of your application and notification(s), at any time.

Duties

You will join a dynamic team of engineers and scientists working in the space environment. You will be asked to act as an expert and produce prototypes and test components that require being versatile and being able to work with all machine tools of the workshop. These prototypes will be used inside laboratories or in space.

Work environment

Looking for a stimulating work environment? The Canadian Space Agency needs you! Here are some benefits of working at the CSA:
- Free parking
- Free access to the CSA gym (changing room and showers available free of charge)
- Located near the Promenades St-Bruno and the Longueuil Public Market
- Cafeteria offering a wide variety of quality meals at reasonable cost
- Outdoor terrace with tables and umbrellas
- Early childhood center "La Voie Lactée" located next to the CSA ((https://gw.micro-acces.com/cpelavoielactee/publique/Accueil.aspx)
- Larkin-Kerwin Library located in the CSA (http://www.asc-csa.gc.ca/fra/bibliotheque/default.asp)

Intent of the process

This process will be used to staff 1 permanent position. A pool of qualified candidates will be established and could be used to staff similar positions whose length, linguistic profiles and security profiles may vary.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Obtain a Diploma of Collegial Studies (DCS) or an Attestations of College Studies (ACS) from a recognized college, CEGEP or technical institute, in mechanical engineering techniques.
OR the combination of a Diploma of Vocational Studies (DVS) as a machinist AND a diploma of professional specialization attestation of CNC programmer machinist.
OR an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience relevant to the position.

Degree equivalency

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

ASSETS
Experience with Computer Assisted Design (CAD) software for design, programming (Code G), drafting, file translation to Computer Assisted Manufacturing (CAM) software format and in the set-up and operation of Numerical Control (NC) machine tools.

Experience in modeling, programming and Computer Assisted Manufacturing (CAM) of a complex part.

The acquisition of experience related to the position in a space context (industrial or other) will constitute an asset.

Experience with precision sheet metal work.

Experience in welding, MIG, TIG, arc, torch and others.

*Experience is defined as the performance of duties related to the specific criterion for a given time or within the learning program of a recognized college, CEGEP or institute, during an internship or summer job.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

Bilingual - Imperative (BBB/BBB)

Information on language requirements

Knowledge with Computer Assisted Design (CAD) software for design, programming (G Code), drafting, file translation to Computer Assisted Manufacturing (CAM) software format and in the set-up and operation of Numerical Control (NC) machine tools.

Knowledge of machine shop safety practices.

Knowledge of modeling, programming and Computer Assisted Manufacturing (CAM) of a complex part.

Knowledge in mechanical manufacturing, of principles, techniques, methods and processes related to lathes, cutters, drill, press-folders, shears, and both conventional and CNC milling machines

Knowledge in materials and their characteristics and methods for finishing a surface.

Ability to communicate verbally

Integrity and respect
Initiative
Judgement
Work effectively with others

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

Knowledge in welding, MIG, TIG, arc, torch and others.
Note: this knowledge will be evaluated for the candidates who did not have this experience.

Knowledge of SIEMENS NX software.

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women

Information on employment equity

Willingness and ability to work overtime

Willingness and availability to travel in Canada or abroad a few times per year.

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the targeted groups when you apply.

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Candidates’ qualifications may be assessed by various tests, interview, and/or references.

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.