Company Description
Build bold. Deliver impact. Win together.
At General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada, we’re not just engineering technology — we’re shaping the future of defence and security. Our teams design and deliver advanced, mission-critical solutions that enhance national security, strengthen communities, and protect the people we serve.
If you’re looking for meaningful work that contributes to a safer, more secure world, you’ll find purpose here. Every day, your skills will directly impact programs that matter.
Job Description
General Dynamics Mission Systems‑Canada is seeking a highly analytical professional to lead the financial planning, reporting, and performance‑driven optimization of our supply‑chain operations. The role blends deep financial expertise with systems‑focused process improvement to ensure that material cost estimates, budgets, and key performance indicators (KPIs) are accurate, transparent, and strategically aligned with the company’s mission‑critical programs. The incumbent will serve as the primary financial steward for the Canadian supply‑chain function, partnering with senior analysts, program managers, procurement, and external suppliers to drive cost‑competitiveness, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement.
Core responsibilities:
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Generate and maintain supply‑chain financial reports and dashboards for senior leadership
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Track, analyze, and report internal and supplier KPIs that have direct financial impact (e.g., cost variance, spend efficiency, on‑time delivery).
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Execute Material Estimates at Complete (EAC) and produce detailed cost‑to‑complete analyses
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Perform trend analysis on material cost escalation and develop cost‑reduction strategies.
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Own the material budget baseline, incorporating opportunities, risk tracking, and variance analysis.
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Develop and maintain material target strategies that align with program financial goals.
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Build analytical models to evaluate supply‑chain performance, cost drivers, and profitability.
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Provide data‑driven recommendations to senior leadership for cost optimization and strategic investment decisions.
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Support customer quotation activities, including supplier interaction, quote review, database updates, and export data analysis with a focus on financial accuracy.
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Lead supply‑chain optimization projects that deliver measurable financial benefits.
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Design and implement end‑to‑end operational and performance metrics to support continuous improvement and strategic initiatives.
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Identify and address system deficiencies that affect financial data integrity.
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Represent GDMS‑Canada in Mission Systems supply‑chain system and software implementations to ensure financial data consistency.
Key deliverables:
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Monthly/quarterly financial performance reports (cost variance, budget status, KPI trends).
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Material Cost Baseline & Risk Register (updated each program phase).
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Analytical models and business cases for cost‑saving initiatives.
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KPI dashboard (real‑time visibility of financial health across supply‑chain partners).
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Recommendations for system enhancements that improve financial data capture and reporting accuracy.
Qualifications
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Demonstrated experience with supply‑chain financial analysis, budgeting, and cost estimation.
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Proven track record of delivering financial insights that influence strategic decisions.
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Analytical thinker with strong quantitative abilities
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Excellent understanding of key financial and performance indicators.
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Ability to translate business strategies into concrete financial actions.
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Effective communicator; can champion new ideas and convey a clear vision to stakeholders.
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Strong ethics, adherence to deadlines, and sound decision‑making judgment.
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Proficiency with financial modeling tools (Excel, Power BI, or comparable analytics platforms).
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Experience with supply‑chain ERP or lifecycle management systems is preferred.
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5+ years in a high‑technology, defence, government, or manufacturing environment
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University degree or 3‑year college diploma in Business Administration, Finance, Computer Sciences, or a related field.
It is a requirement that General Dynamics Mission Systems-Canada be registered with the Canadian Controlled Goods program and that all of its workforce be security assessed. Successful applicants must meet all applicable security requirements, including but not limited to the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance. Applicants may be required to meet additional security requirements in order to gain access to technical data, classified areas or information that is subject to international regulations. You must be eligible to work in Canada.
Additional Information
The hiring range for this position is $73,500-$92,000 CAD annual.
Our goal is to provide a fair and competitive offer based on an assessment of internal equity and your qualifications, including:
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Relevant experience
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Technical and non-technical skills
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Education and certifications
Benefits
As a full-time employee at General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada, you’ll enjoy a competitive total rewards package that supports your professional and personal well-being:
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Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and eligible dependents from day one (no cost), including flexible benefits options (HCSA) emergency travel insurance, and 24/7 virtual care services.
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Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP), onsite fitness facilities, and employee resource groups.
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Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer contributions after 3 months, RRSP access from day one, and financial planning support.
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Flexible time off including vacation, holidays, parental leaves with top-up options, sick leave, and disability programs.
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Career development through learning platforms, educational assistance, mentoring, and reimbursement of professional memberships.
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Additional perks such as employee discounts, free onsite parking, social clubs, and an annual scholarship program for employees’ children.
Why join us?
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Purposeful Innovation: You’ll work on innovations that genuinely make a difference. You’ll apply advanced thinking, design expertise, and practical problem-solving to help equip military and allied forces with leading-edge systems. You’ll be surrounded by some of the brightest minds in the defence sector, contributing to next-generation technologies in an environment that celebrates creativity, new ideas, and modern solutions.
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Connection: We believe people do their best work when they feel they belong, and their ideas can flourish. Different perspectives, experiences, and ways of thinking help us innovate and grow. Strong relationships with our teammates help us unite, overcome challenges, and deliver the world-class quality we’re known for. Here, we are committed to inclusivity and ensures every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered.
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Challenging and Rewarding Career Pathways: Your career path matters to us. From mentorship and regular check-ins with your leader to educational support, professional certifications, and continuous training, you’ll have the resources you need to thrive. We encourage internal mobility so you can explore different business areas, broaden your skillset, and expand your network. You’ll be working on high-profile, impactful projects that challenge your skills, expand your expertise, and allow you to both learn from mentors and guide others along the way.
Accommodation
If you require accommodation during any stage of the application process, please contact Human Resources via [email protected].
Closing Date
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
