Communication and Electronics Engineering Officer

Canadian Armed Forces; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks dedicated Communication and Electronics Engineering Officers to provide critical telecommunications and information management services. This role is vital for supporting military operations both domestically and internationally, ensuring seamless communication and command capabilities. Officers will lead skilled teams, manage advanced technology systems, and contribute to the design and acquisition of next-generation communication solutions. With opportunities for both full-time and part-time commitments, this position offers a unique chance to serve while developing leadership skills in a dynamic environment. Join a mission-driven organization where your expertise can make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• University degree required with potential for direct placement into training.
• Strong telecommunications and leadership skills essential for success.

Responsibilities

• Provide communications capabilities for military operations and exercises.
• Lead teams to maintain networks and defend against cyber threats.

Skills

Telecommunications

Information Management

Leadership

Problem Solving

Cybersecurity

Education

University Degree

Tools

Radar Systems

Ground-based Communication Systems

Satellite Communication Systems

Job description

Communication and Electronics Engineering Officer

OFFICER | Full Time, Part Time

As a member of the military, Communication and Electronics Engineering Officers provide telecommunications and information management services that support Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) operations in Canada and abroad.

• Provide telecommunications and information management services
• Operate and maintain tactical Air Force and strategic communications systems
• Manage air traffic control and electronics systems
• Advise on the planning and acquisition of ground based surveillance, communications and information technology systems
• Oversee surveillance, reconnaissance, and intelligence communications systems
• Administer data, information, and knowledge management systems
• Be involved with the full spectrum of terrestrial radio and satellite communications from HF to EHF radar and navigation systems, electronic warfare, cryptography, electronic intelligence, or communications and network security

Work environment

While working on a base, Air Wing or headquarters during peacetime, Communication and Electronics Engineering Officer work in an environment similar to civilian managers and engineers. They may be employed on exercises or deployed in combat situations. They may also work in an international headquarters, on a multinational staff or mission.

If you chose a career in the Regular Force, upon completion of all required training, you will be assigned to your first base. While there is some flexibility with regards to postings (relocations), accommodations can’t always be made, and therefore, you can likely expect to move at some point in your career. However, if you decide to join the Primary Reserve Force, you will do so through a specific Reserve unit. Outside of training, your chosen Reserve unit will be your workplace on a part time basis, and you will not be obligated to relocate to a different base. As part of the Primary Reserve Force, you typically work one night per week and some weekends as a minimum with possibilities of full-time employment.

Responsibilities

Communication Electronics Engineering, or CELE Officers, are responsible for providing the communications capabilities required for command and control for all military operations and exercises. They work in a leadership role to enable their highly skilled personnel to get the job done, both here at home and on missions anywhere in the world.

CELE Officers ensure that the right information gets to the right decision-maker at the right time. They work with leading-edge technology to find solutions that support worldwide operations, including satellite and ground-based radio communications, air navigation and radar systems, air defence and air traffic management, secure classified networking and command and control systems, surveillance and intelligence gathering, and how they all integrate and function in a military environment.

Typical Postings

Typical postings for junior CELE Officers include: troop or flight commander, junior project manager, or life cycle material manager.

• As troop or flight commanders, CELE Officers lead teams of up to 30 highly skilled technicians responsible for providing the Royal Canadian Air Force with communications capabilities, maintaining networks, or defending against cyber threats.
• As junior project managers, CELE Officers can expect to be involved in advising military leadership on the design and acquisition of the next generation of computer, navigation, radar, and communications systems.
• As life cycle material managers, CELE Officers are charged with the in-service support of critical operational systems, ensuring they are operating at peak efficiency.

Related Civilian Occupations

• Network Operations Manager
• Telecommunications and Information Systems Manager

If you already have a university degree, the CAF will decide if your academic program matches the criteria for this job and may place you directly into the required on-the-job training program following basic training. Basic training and military officer qualification training are required before being assigned.