Communications / Naval Combat Systems Engineer

Thales Group; Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Thales Canada is seeking a Communications / Naval Combat Systems Engineer to support the Royal Canadian Navy's Non-Combatant In-Service Support Programs. The role involves engineering support for various naval combat systems, ensuring compliance with quality and commercial guidelines. This hybrid position offers extensive benefits and requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, along with significant experience in systems engineering.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Savings Plans

Paid Holidays

Vacation

Sick Leave

Additional Voluntary Benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Systems Engineer with Naval / Marine Communications.
• Eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer in Nova Scotia, Ontario, or British Columbia.

Responsibilities

• Developing and reviewing combat system related technical documentation.
• Conducting technical investigations into problems related to combat systems.
• Preparing Work Packages and cost estimates for customer approval.

Skills

Communication

Technical Support

Root Cause Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer, Electrical, Electronics Engineering, or Naval Architecture

Job description

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.

This role is Hybrid Victoria / Halifax

Communications / Naval Combat Systems Engineer

Position Summary

Thales Canada is seeking a Communications / Naval Combat Systems Engineer to support its Non-Combatant In-Service Support Programs for the Royal Canadian Navy.

The Naval Combat Systems Engineer will be responsible for engineering support of Naval Combat Systems, including but not limited to :

• Navigation Systems
• Communications Systems
• Command and control systems
• Data processing systems
• Above water and underwater sensor systems
• Ship’s weapons systems and ammunition

This support involves planning, overseeing, and executing engineering tasks within time and cost constraints to meet Key Performance Indicators, in accordance with Thales quality and commercial guidelines.

Key Areas of Responsibility

The key functions and responsibilities include :

• Developing and reviewing combat system related technical documentation including equipment specifications, installation, and maintenance instructions.
• Performing Life Cycle and Materiel Management functions, including equipment obsolescence, material compatibility, and disposal management.
• Providing technical support for equipment or capability deficiencies.
• Conducting technical investigations into problems related to combat systems, equipment, and software, including root cause analysis, risk assessments, and solutions development.
• Managing the preparation of combat system design change documentation, including manufacturing drawings, maintenance, and installation instructions, as well as test and trials documentation.
• Analyzing requirements related to baseline changes to ship configurations, equipment, and software.
• Preparing Work Packages and cost estimates for customer approval.
• Preparing work scopes for solicitation of quotations from OEMs, manufacturers, suppliers, testing facilities, or service providers.
• Developing engineering plans, processes, and procedures related to combat systems and ship-based software.
• Defining, developing, and maintaining software configuration documentation.
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer, Electrical, Electronics Engineering, or Naval Architecture.
• Eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer in Nova Scotia, Ontario, or British Columbia, Canada.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Systems Engineer with Naval / Marine Communications and / or Navigation Systems within the last 10 years.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with the Royal Canadian Navy as a Naval Combat Systems Engineering Officer.
• Experience in delivering marine in-service support of operational assets.
• Previous experience with defense contracts.
• Language : French (Desirable, as a first or second language)

Physical Demands

• Primarily office work, with occasional work in dockyards and onboard Naval ships.
• May involve inspections on Naval ships, requiring bending, twisting, and working aloft.

Special Position Requirements

• Schedule : 40 hours / week
• Work environment : Hybrid (home and onsite at office or onboard DND ships)
• Travel : Occasional domestic or international travel may be required.

Pay Transparency

The anticipated Total Target Compensation (TTC), including salary and bonus, ranges from CAD 886,138.88 to CAD 154,432.71 annually. The company reserves the right to adjust compensation based on circumstances.

What We Offer

• Extensive benefits including health, dental, life insurance, and more.
• Retirement savings plans with company contributions.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Additional voluntary benefits.

Why Join Us?

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Thales values diversity and inclusivity. We provide accommodations during the interview process and are committed to an accessible candidate experience.

This position requires access to controlled hardware, software, or information under various security and export control regulations. Applicants must be eligible for such access and able to obtain necessary clearances.