Job Title: Production Engineer
Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada
🚀 We're Hiring: Production Engineer
🕒 Full-Time | 🌐 Hybrid/Remote Work Environment | 🔐 Security Clearance Required
Drive strategic growth in global defence.
Join QinetiQ Target Systems Canada (QTSC) as a Production Engineer
🌍 About QinetiQ
QinetiQ is a global leader in defence, security, and critical infrastructure. With 8,000+ employees worldwide, we’re united by a mission to protect lives and secure the future through innovation. Our Medicine Hat site plays a key role in delivering advanced uncrewed vehicle systems (UVS) and supporting global defence operations.
🧭 What You’ll Do
The Production Engineer is responsible for the technical matters related to Production and products in and/or transitioning to production from prototype, and act as a bridge between engineering, field services & operations for all aspects of new and current uncrewed vehicle systems.
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- Engineering change requests and notices: creating, maintaining, and gaining approval for technical changes required for production, based on feedback from customers.
- Act as the main Point of Contact for Change Orders and manage the administration of changes
- Assist in developing overall design and manufacturing improvements to existing products.Initiate and implement cost saving measures for Production, utilize LEAN principles.
- Improve the safety procedures of Production tasks for systems and products.
- Assist Production with the transition from Prototype to Production readiness, including drawing packages, BOMs and tooling.
- Create Change Orders for technical drawings and publications.
- Creating and maintaining production Work Procedures and Acceptance Test Procedures.
- Manage change, configuration and obsolete items and drive solutions for said items.
- Reviewing technical drawings for manufacturability and overall drawing and system correctness.
- Reviewing technical publications for content correctness and applicability, including Operational Material. Training Material, and other Technical Documentation.
- Delivery of Training Material to personnel, to ensure they are current and competent on the operation of systems and products.
- Collaborate with vendors to ensure products we order are manufactured intended. This involves reviewing vendor drawings and processes, answering any questions they may have, communicating any unmet needs.
- Coordinate with the Supply Chain team to address technical queries and actions.
- Working in conjunction with other technical disciplines to ensure overall system requirements are achieved.
- Working in conjunction with other departments to meet operational requirements.
🎓 What You Bring
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- Membership in ASET (or eligibility) – Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) or equivalent preferred,
- Membership in APEGA (or eligibility) – Engineer in Training (E.I.T) or equivalent preferred.
- Post Secondary Education in Mechatronics or Electronics, with a knowledge of Computer (Hardware), Software development.
- Understanding of another Engineering discipline, either - Mechanical, Fabrication, etc.
- Experience with custom design and/or manufacturing environments.
- Computer proficiency (Document Management Software, MS Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio and Outlook).
- Proficient knowledge of 3D modelling software (Autodesk inventor preferred).
- Mechanical design software suites and analysis tools.
- Technical writing.
- Comprehension of Project Management Fundamentals.
- Comprehension of Configuration Management Fundamentals.
- Understanding of multiple Engineering disciplines - Mechanical, Electrical, Software, Electronics, Fabrication, etc.
- Linux Operating Software.
- Project Online experience.
- Power BI experience.
💡 Skills That Set You Apart
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- Strong communications, prioritization, organizational skills.
- Strong work ethic and ability to work under stress and tight schedules.
- Strong critical thinking ability.
- Strong ability to provide written instructions.
- High attention to detail.
- Strong writing skills.
- Ability to receive constructive criticism.
- Ability to work as a team or individual.
🔐 Security & Safety Requirements
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- Must be a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada.
- Able to obtain a Canadian Class 2 Security clearance.
- Must have a clean background history and obtain criminal record check
🌟 Why QinetiQ?
We offer a high-performing, inclusive, and hybrid work environment where you can thrive, grow, and make a real impact. Our people-first culture supports your wellbeing and career development.
Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package including:
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- Extended health and wellness spending accounts
- RRSP/TFSA matching
- Continuous learning and development opportunities
- Flexible working practices and employee-led networks
📩 Ready to lead the future of defence?
Apply now and help us shape a safer, more secure world through innovation and collaboration.
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