Obsolescence Co-Op/Intern

Job summary

The intern will assist the reliability team in monitoring component obsolescence and evaluating mitigation strategies to ensure asset availability. They will also collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain documentation and perform data analysis on reliability trends.

Job details

Location: Ottawa, Canada In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible. Ottawa, ON., (CAN.), Hybrid Position Summary Thales has a vacancy for an Obsolescence Co-op/Intern. As an Obsolescence Intern you will be a proactive and motivated individual within the Reliability team focusing on Obsolescence management. In this role, the individual will support the team in ensuring the long-term reliability and availability of our customer’s assets by assisting with the identification, analysis, and mitigation of obsolescence risks. The successful candidate will gain: Hands-on experience in reliability and obsolescence management within a leading technology company. Exposure to cross-functional team collaboration and industrial best practices. Opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects impacting product lifecycle and customer satisfaction. Mentorship from experienced professionals in reliability engineering. Regulatory Compliance Requirement This position requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software or technical information controlled under the Canadian Export Control List and/or the US the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be eligible or able to obtain authorization for such access Key Areas of Responsibility Accountable to the THALES TCDS Reliability Manager, the Obsolescence Co-op/Intern will: Assist in tracking and monitoring component obsolescence within product lifecycles. Support the evaluation and implementation of alternative components and solutions to mitigate obsolescence impact. Participate in data gathering and analysis related to component reliability and obsolescence trends. Help maintain up-to-date documentation and reports for obsolescence management activities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, procurement, and supply chain to support obsolescence mitigation strategies. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the Reliability and Obsolescence management processes. Support investigation and root cause analysis of reliability issues linked to obsolescence. Perform research on industry best practices and new tools or methodologies for obsolescence management. Minimum Qualifications Currently enrolled in a relevant college or university program (e.g., Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Reliability Engineering, or related discipline). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and teamwork capabilities. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently with guidance. Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy. Prior knowledge or coursework related to reliability engineering or obsolescence management is an asset. Preferred Qualifications Previous experience working with a defense contract. Experience supporting an operational military asset. Experience working in or developing Jira Kanban boards. Experience with MS SharePoint. Experience with gathering data using Google and AI tools. Experience with hardware or software obsolescence. Special Position Requirements Schedule: 40 hours per week Physical Environment: Office Travel: Occasional domestic or international travel may be required, including access to government facilities assets. Pay Transparency The anticipated Total Target Compensation (TTC), inclusive of annual salary and bonus eligibility, for this role is $48,000 to 60,000 CAD Annual​. The Company reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s status protected by local, provincial, and federal laws. AI We use artificial intelligence–enabled tools as part of our recruitment process to support activities such as candidate discovery, résumé matching, and interview scheduling. These tools may help screen and assess applications and recommend potential matches based on the requirements within the job description. All hiring decisions, including candidate evaluation, selection, and disposition, are made by human recruiters. Artificial intelligence does not make hiring decisions on our behalf. Why Join Us? Say HI and learn more about working at Thales click here. #LI-hybrid #LI-PD1 Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 24 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following: • Company paid Extended Health, Dental, HSA, Life, AD&D, Short-term Disability, Cancer Care Program, travel insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and Well-Being program. • Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP, DCPP, TFSA) with a company contribution and a match to a DCPP, with no vesting period. • Company paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave. • Voluntary Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Long-Term Disability. • Employee Discounts on home, auto, and gym membership. Thales is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. Thales is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the interview process. Applicants selected for an interview who require accommodation are asked to advise accordingly upon the invitation for an interview. We will work with you to meet your needs. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience. This position requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software or technical information controlled under the Canadian Export Control List, the Canadian Controlled Goods Program, the Canadian Industrial Security Program, the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be eligible or able to obtain authorization for such access including eligibility to the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and able to obtain a Canadian NATO Secret clearance.

What you’ll do

The intern will assist the reliability team in monitoring component obsolescence and evaluating mitigation strategies to ensure asset availability. They will also collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain documentation and perform data analysis on reliability trends.

Requirements

Candidates must be currently enrolled in a relevant college or university program such as Engineering or Supply Chain Management. Applicants must also be eligible for Canadian Controlled Goods Program access and NATO Secret clearance.

Benefits

• Extended Health
• Dental
• Health Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• AD&D
• Short-term Disability
• Cancer Care Program
• Travel Insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Well-Being Program
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation Days
• Paid Sick Leave
• Employee Discounts

Listed skills

• Technical Documentation · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Supply chain management · Preferred
• Data analysis · Preferred
• SharePoint · Preferred
• Jira · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Root Cause Analysis · Preferred
• Kanban · Preferred
• Microsoft Office Suite · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Reliability Engineering
• Obsolescence Management
• Data Analysis
• Technical Documentation
• Supply Chain Management
• Root Cause Analysis
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Jira
• Kanban
• SharePoint
• AI Tools
• Problem-solving
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Research
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Supply Chain
• Secret Clearance
• Export Control
• Industrial Security
• Microsoft Access
• Microsoft Excel
• Artificial Intelligence
• JIRA
• Cancer Care
• Customer Service
• Procurement
• Regulatory Compliance
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Discounts And Allowances
• Innovation
• Problem Solving
• International Traffic In Arms Regulations
• Kanban Principles
• Product Lifecycle Management
• Mentorship
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft SharePoint
• Scheduling
• Authorization (Computing)
• Export Administration Regulations
• Investigation
• Reliability
• Thales
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Engineering
• Technology
• Security & Safety
• Logistics
• Manufacturing
• Human Resources Co-Op/Intern
• Engineering Program Manager
• Manufacturing Managers
• Architectural and Engineering Managers

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