Combat Systems EIT (Permanent)

Babcock Mission Critical Services España SA.; Victoria; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense firm in Victoria, BC, seeks a Combat Systems EIT to develop combat systems for the Victoria Class Submarine. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Electrical Engineering and is registered as an Engineer-in-Training. Responsibilities include designing and integrating combat systems, while ensuring safety and compliance with military specifications. This role offers a competitive salary range and includes significant benefits such as employer-paid health premiums and a robust RRSP program.

Benefits

100% employer-paid health and dental premiums

Wellness benefits

Employee and Family Assistance Plan

Maternity/Parental Leave top-up payment

Training and support for professional development

Qualifications

• Graduated from a recognized post-secondary institution with a degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Registration as an Engineer-in-Training with the Professional Engineering Association.
• Previous technologist or relevant engineering experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Undertake development of Detailed Design, Drawings, and Engineering Changes.
• Assist in design and integration of combat sub-systems within the Victoria Class Submarine.
• Provide support to the System Engineer as directed.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Effective computer skills including MS Office

Basic understanding of electrical safety principles

Knowledge of marine and military environments

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Registration as Engineer-in-Training

Job description

Combat Systems EIT (Permanent)

Location: Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, V8Z 0B9

Onsite or Hybrid: Combat Systems EIT (Permanent) Victoria, BC

Expected Salary: $70,340 to $85,971
To determine final salary, Babcock considers a variety of factors including the successful Candidate’s skills and experience and internal equity. The final base salary offer is at the Company’s sole discretion and presented as part of a competitive total compensation package.

What You Do Here Matters

In a complex world marked by the threat of war, natural disasters, and geopolitical instability, national security has never been more important. Babcock is an international defence company providing support and product solutions to enhance our customers’ defence capabilities and critical assets. Our Canadian team combines their talent and expertise with deep global knowledge and experience from our operations in the United Kingdom, Europe, Australasia and Africa. Working for us, you’ll help ensure that Canada’s critical services and assets are readily available, reliable, and capable for our defence and civil customers and contribute to Babcock’s Purpose, ‘Creating a safe and secure world, together.’ Be Part of Something Big. Babcock is a people business. Our people and customers matter most to us. Here you will experience a challenging and rewarding work environment with the support you need to deliver and thrive in your career alongside inclusive teams you respect that value your skills and dedication.

Our Babcock Principles

• Be Curious – We believe in challenging the status quo and asking, ‘how might we?’
• Think: Outcomes – We believe in measuring success by the results we deliver and the positive impact we make
• Be Kind – We believe in being kind to ourselves, kind to each other, and kind to our planet.
• Collaborate – We believe that Babcock is greater than the sum of its parts.
• Be Courageous – We believe in being brave, ambitious, and determined.
• Own and Deliver – We believe everybody has a part to play in Babcock’s and our customers’ success.

Benefits and Programs

Health & Well-being

• 100% employer-paid health and dental premiums
• Our Wellness benefit promotes a work environment that supports healthy lifestyles and well-being
• Our Employee and Family Assistance Plan (EFAP) offers support and solutions for a wide range of life’s challenges
• A Maternity/Parental Leave top‑up payment is available for our colleagues as their family grows

Planning for the Future

• Babcock Canada matches a portion of earnings towards our RRSP/DPSP program. Additionally, colleagues can contribute directly to a TFSA

Flexibility in How We Work

• We offer an agile workplace for several positions
• An option of a compressed work schedule supports work/life interests
• Competitive annual vacation time off and additional time off during our holiday closure

Growth and recognition

• A comprehensive colleague recognition program and bonus program
• Training and support for professional development and professional membership dues

We encourage you to learn more about Babcock Canada by exploring our website: babcockcanada.com

In this role, you will:

• Undertake the development of Detailed Design, Drawings, and Engineering Changes in support of the Victoria Class Submarine (VCS) combat sub‑systems.
• Undertake Combat Systems engineering activities in accordance with the Global Engineering Framework.
• Assist in the design and integration of combat sub‑systems within the Victoria Class Submarine.
• Understand and change system architectures and provide input to system capability upgrade and integration opportunities.
• Provide support to the System Engineer as directed and contribute to the successful delivery of combat system emergent work projects.
• Apply knowledge of Defence Standards, Military Specifications and other relevant guiding principles in the design of submarine specific systems.
• Continually evaluate safety, health, and environmental hazards, and work to identify suitably robust control measures.
• Apply knowledge of Victoria Class Submarine Combat Systems to deliver engineering sustainment work.

The ideal candidate brings:

• Graduated from a recognized post‑secondary institution with a degree in Electrical Engineering
• Registration as an Engineer‑in‑Training with the Professional Engineering Association of the province where their work is being conducted
• Previous technologist or relevant engineering experience is an asset
• You have a basic understanding of related electrical safety principles.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including writing formal reports, and making presentations.
• Effective computer skills including the MS Office suite.
• Demonstrated pragmatic problem‑solving skills.
• You have knowledge of the marine and military environment.
• You have experience working in a shipyard and knowledge of shipyard safe work practices.
• You are eligible for a Canadian Secret Security and ITAR Clearance.

Babcock is committed to promoting a workforce without boundaries. One that welcomes everyone to contribute to our success regardless of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, or disability, and conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered. If you require accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know how we can assist you.

Babcock Canada acknowledges that the land on which we operate across Canada is the unceded territory of Indigenous Peoples. We are grateful to work, live, and play as guests on these lands and are committed to building meaningful and mutually beneficial relationships with Indigenous Peoples.

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