Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Officer

Canadian Armed Forces | Forces armées canadiennes; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Officers to join their ranks. In this vital role, you will lead teams of skilled technicians, ensuring the maintenance and support of military equipment across various environments. Your expertise will guide the lifecycle of equipment from design to disposal, while you gain invaluable experience in leadership and specialized engineering. This position offers a unique opportunity to serve part-time with the Primary Reserve, allowing you to balance your military career with civilian education or employment. Embark on a fulfilling journey where your contributions will make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• University degree required for direct entry into on-the-job training.
• Leadership and engineering expertise in military technology and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Lead soldier technicians in maintaining military equipment.
• Make technical and administrative decisions in diverse environments.

Skills

Leadership

Technical Decision Making

Engineering Expertise

Equipment Maintenance

Education

University Degree

Tools

Military Technology

Job description

Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Officer

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Overview

As a member of the military, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Officers maintain and support all Army equipment, as well as land-based equipment of the Royal Canadian Navy and the Royal Canadian Air Force. They are commissioned members of the Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Branch of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF).

Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Officers lead soldier technicians responsible for maintaining equipment throughout its lifecycle, from design and evaluation to disposal. They provide leadership and specialized engineering expertise to teams of highly skilled technicians in various occupations, including Vehicle, Weapon, Electronic-Optronic, and Materials.

Work Environment

Officers work in diverse environments, including bases across Canada and deployed overseas. They may work outdoors in the field, leading teams of technicians, making technical and administrative decisions, and managing equipment maintenance and deployment.

Entry Plans

• Direct Entry Options
• Paid Education Options

If you have a university degree, the CAF may place you directly into on-the-job training following basic training. Basic officer training and military officer qualification training are required before deployment.

Training

Basic officer training is 12 weeks long at the Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec. It covers military knowledge, leadership, regulations, weapons handling, and first aid. Further specialized training occurs at the Infantry School in Gagetown, New Brunswick, focusing on leadership, weapons, tactics, and engineering skills related to military technology and maintenance operations.

Specializations and Career Development

Officers can pursue additional training in areas such as Ammunition Technical Officer, Nuclear Engineering, and Guided Weapons Systems, with opportunities for advanced courses like Advanced Ammunition Engineering.

Part-Time Options

Available for the Primary Reserve across Canada, allowing members to serve part-time while attending school or working civilian jobs. Reserve members are paid, may volunteer for deployment, and typically serve evenings and weekends.

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