Defense Network Engineer – Tactical Communications (Hybrid)

NewFound Recruiting; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruiting firm seeks a Network Specialist to support defense programs in Ottawa. The role involves managing military communication systems, planning network infrastructure, and implementing test plans. Candidates must possess extensive experience in military communications and hold a relevant STEM degree. Proficiency in English is required, and the opportunity offers competitive hourly pay. Candidates must be eligible for Secret level Federal Security Clearance.

Qualifications

• Must have 96 months of experience in various communication systems.
• Experience in drafting presentations and providing technical advice.
• Proficiency in English is required.

Responsibilities

• Support defense programs by managing network systems.
• Plan and employ military communications systems.
• Implement, schedule, and execute test plans.

Skills

Planning, initializing, configuring, and employing wired military communications systems

Employing military radio communications systems

Implementing test plans and reporting results

Lifecycle management of network systems

Drafting and delivering presentations

Providing technical advice and recommendations

Participating in multidisciplinary teams

Strategic, operational, or tactical planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM (preferred)

STEM diploma (2-year minimum)

Job description

A leading recruiting firm seeks a Network Specialist to support defense programs in Ottawa. The role involves managing military communication systems, planning network infrastructure, and implementing test plans. Candidates must possess extensive experience in military communications and hold a relevant STEM degree. Proficiency in English is required, and the opportunity offers competitive hourly pay. Candidates must be eligible for Secret level Federal Security Clearance.