Combat System Engineering Specialist for LBTF - NETE

The Weir Group PLC; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking a Combat System Engineering Specialist in Dartmouth, NS. This full-time role involves providing expertise for the Royal Canadian Navy, focusing on mechanical systems integration and verification & validation activities. Candidates must have a relevant engineering degree or diploma, Canadian citizenship, and be committed to safety. The position offers opportunities for growth in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Inclusive working environment

Commitment to safety culture

Qualifications

• Must communicate effectively in English, both spoken and written.
• Skilled in reading, writing, and drafting technical reports.
• Desirable: Proficiency in software configuration control.

Responsibilities

• Review, develop, and integrate mechanical sub-systems into the LBTF.
• Execute V&V activities for systems, software, and hardware.
• Maintain collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Mechanical systems integration

Verification & Validation (V&V)

Technical documentation

Client relationship management

Safety commitment

Education

Engineering technologist diploma or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science

Canadian citizenship with security clearance

Tools

Simulation tools

Requirements management tools

Job description

Combat System Engineering Specialist for LBTF - NETE

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Permanent Full-time, Onsite work

Weir Canada, Inc.

Halifax NS, Canada

Permanent Full-time, Onsite work

Purpose of Role : Provide expertise in Land Based Test Capability (LBTC) and Facility (LBTF), as well as Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) services in support of the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN). Offer multi-disciplinary engineering and technical services related to the River Class Destroyer (RCD) Naval Combat System. Weir Marine Engineering supports the RCD Project Management Office (PMO) within the Department of National Defence (DND) Office at the Bluenose building in Dartmouth, NS. The LBTC / LBTF Specialist will review, develop, and integrate mechanical systems, along with conducting IV&V activities in support of the RCD LBTC Test Program, primarily at the LBTF in Hartlen Point, NS.

The candidate may also support other project areas as required, including Integrated Test Evaluation and Acceptance (ITEA), Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), Performance Modelling and Simulation (M&S), and Synthetic Environment Support activities. This is a full-time, permanent position with a requirement for regular work both in-office and onboard RCN ships. Learn more about us : http : / / www.global.weir / services / marine-engineering /

Why choose Weir :

Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future : At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It’s a big challenge – but it is exciting.

An opportunity to grow your own way : Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives.

Feel empowered to be yourself and belong : Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual’s contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.

Key Responsibilities :

• Design and Integration Development : Review, develop, and integrate mechanical sub-systems and systems into the LBTF by assisting through the detailed design of, equipment foundations, structural systems for integration and testing, interface specifications, equipment integration, and set to work activities.
• Verification & Validation (V&V) : Executing V&V activities for systems, software, and hardware; evaluating test plans, procedures, scenarios, and results; ensuring traceability and meeting verification criteria; monitoring test activities; and identifying, documenting, and mitigating risks and anomalies.
• Technical Documentation : Reviewing technical documentation such as system requirements specifications, interface control documents, system design descriptions, hazard analysis reports, and equipment installation plans.
• Support to client : Maintaining positive, friendly, collaborative relationships with team members, and internal and external stakeholders. Liaison with subject matter experts, DND customers and suppliers
• Safety First : Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.

Job Knowledge / Education and Qualifications :

Mandatory : Must obtain a Government of Canada security clearance, which necessitates Canadian citizenship and a minimum of 10 years of continuous residence in Canada.

Mandatory : Engineering technologist diploma or Bachelor`s degree in Engineering or computer science, or candidates with equivalent military experience supporting the Royal Canadian Navy in combat system engineering.

Desirable : 10 years of significant and recent experience in a related field, including familiarity with System, Software and Hardware Verification & Validation techniques and processes;

Mandatory : Skilled in reading, writing, and speaking English, with the ability to effectively communicate at all levels (both in-person and electronically) with peers, supervisors, and clients. Capable of drafting reports, technical correspondence, and procedure manuals.

Desirable : Proficiency in software configuration control, systems engineering lifecycle, requirements management tools, and knowledge in simulation, stimulation, and analysis tools.

Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weir’s technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives.

Since 1953, Weir Canada, Inc. has operated and managed the Naval Engineering Test Establishment (NETE), a Department of National Defence (DND) facility located in Montreal with operations in Halifax, Victoria and Ottawa / Gatineau. Over 400 personnel are currently employed by Weir at NETE, supporting the Royal Canadian Navy and DND with test and evaluation services in a wide variety of technical areas.

For additional information about what it is like to work at Weir, please visit our Career Page and LinkedIn Life Page.

Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.

CCS25-10

Seniority level

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Design and Engineering

Industries

Mining, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, and Automation Machinery Manufacturing

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