Artillery Gunner — Surveillance, Targeting & Fire Support

Canadian Armed Forces | Forces armées canadiennes; City of Moncton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Canadian Armed Forces in Canada seeks a Gunner to operate and maintain artillery systems, radar and target acquisition equipment, and a range of armored vehicles. You will train across five regiments and may serve in Regular or Primary Reserve roles, with potential for overseas deployments and national emergency support.

Gunners advance through DP1 and specialized streams such as Gun Area, Surveillance and Target Acquisition, and Ground Based Air Defence, with a demanding physical program and

Qualifications

• No prior work experience required; entry education aligns with provincial requirements.
• Basic military qualification training is provided including DP1 specialization.
• Candidates should be able to meet physical fitness standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain 105mm and 155mm howitzers.
• Operate and maintain future Ground Based Air Defense Systems.
• Operate and maintain surveillance and target acquisition systems (radars, acoustic systems, UAS).
• Operate and maintain a variety of vehicles (¼ ton–7 ton trucks, TAPV, LAV 6.0).
• Operate command-post computers, laser range-finders and fire control computers.

Skills

Operate artillery

Maintain artillery systems

Surveillance & target acquisition

Vehicle operation

Fire control computers

Education

Grade 10 or Secondary 4 (Quebec)

Tools

Radar systems

Acoustic systems

Uncrewed aerial systems

Laser rangefinders

Fire control computers

Job description

Canadian Armed Forces in Canada seeks a Gunner to operate and maintain artillery systems, radar and target acquisition equipment, and a range of armored vehicles. You will train across five regiments and may serve in Regular or Primary Reserve roles, with potential for overseas deployments and national emergency support.

Gunners advance through DP1 and specialized streams such as Gun Area, Surveillance and Target Acquisition, and Ground Based Air Defence, with a demanding physical program and