Electronic Maintenance Technician

Nasittuq Corporation; Arctic Bay; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fly-In/Fly-Out Rotation

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Accommodations & meals

Vacation pay

Professional development

Job summary

Nasittuq Corporation is seeking an Electronics Maintenance Technician to support North Warning System sites across the Arctic. The role involves maintaining radar, satellite, RF, and networking equipment, with a 6 weeks on / 6 weeks off rotation and company travel to remote sites.

Candidates should hold a related diploma and be eligible for Secret clearance. Expect extensive field work, documentation, and safety compliance in extreme conditions.

Qualifications

• Diploma or equivalent in electronics/telecoms.
• Secret security clearance eligibility required.
• Experience with maintenance/repair of telecoms, radar, RF or satellite systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on radar and communications systems.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electronic and network equipment.
• Install and commission electronics at Arctic North Warning System sites.
• Prepare reports and maintain maintenance records.
• Travel to remote sites across the Arctic for maintenance support.

Skills

Telecommunications systems

RF communications

Radar systems

Electronic diagnosis tools

Technical documentation

MS Office

Independent work

Travel to remote sites

Education

Diploma in Electronics Engineering Technology

Tools

Spectrum analyzers

BER test equipment

RF power meters

Reference generators

Job description

About this position

JOB TITLE: Electronics Maintenance Technician

LOCATION: Various Northern Sites across the Arctic

SECURITY CLEARANCE: Secret

REPORTS TO: LSS Manager

HOURS: 48

About Nasittuq

Nasittuq is a proudly Canadian company supporting critical operations across Canada's North. Guided by our core values of Safety, Diversity, Integrity, Social Responsibility, Environmental Stewardship, and Agility, we are committed to fostering a workplace where employees can thrive while making a meaningful contribution.

Where You Will Be Working

Nasittuq supports operations across the North Warning System (NWS), a network of remote sites located throughout Canada's Arctic. Working in the North offers a unique opportunity to contribute to critical infrastructure while experiencing some of the country's most remote and remarkable landscapes.

In keeping with our commitment to northern communities and Indigenous employment, priority consideration will be given to qualified Inuit beneficiaries, including those enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement, Inuvialuit Final Agreement, and Nunatsiavut Land Claims Agreement. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify.

Why This Role?

Enjoy the stability of full-time employment while working a 6-weeks-on, 6-weeks-off rotation, providing extended periods of time at work and at home. Whether you're pursuing personal interests, spending time with family, travelling, or planning a gradual transition into retirement, this schedule offers a unique balance of meaningful work and personal time.

What You'll Do:

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on radar systems, satellite communications equipment, RF communications systems, telecommunications infrastructure, router-based IP networks, multiplexers, and electronic support systems.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair complex electronic, telecommunications, radar, and network systems to ensure maximum system reliability and operational readiness.
• Install, commission, modify, and upgrade electronics and communications equipment at North Warning System sites across the Canadian Arctic.
• Conduct system testing, verification, and commissioning activities to ensure installations meet technical specifications and implementation requirements.
• Support the maintenance of data communications, voice communications, radar systems, satellite communications equipment, AWOS equipment, and RF infrastructure.
• Analyze equipment failures, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions to improve system performance and reliability.
• Complete maintenance records, work orders, technical reports, incident reports, and equipment documentation within the NWS maintenance management system.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with Logistics Support Site personnel and the North Warning System Command Centre (NWSCC).
• Update technical drawings, site records, implementation instructions, and system documentation following equipment modifications and installations.
• Package, return, and track removed equipment and materials in accordance with logistics and asset management procedures.
• Support Facilities Maintenance Technicians and site teams with maintenance activities as required.
• Conduct safety, environmental, quality, and security inspections and audits while maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
• Travel to Long Range Radar (LRR) and Short Range Radar (SRR) sites throughout the Arctic to support maintenance and operational requirements.
• Support special projects and perform additional duties as required to support the North Warning System mission.

Who You Are:

CREDENTIALS:

• Diploma in Electronics Engineering Technology, Electronics Technician, Telecommunications, Communications Technology, or Canadian Forces military equivalent.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
• Standard First Aid with CPR Certification is considered an asset.
• Valid Driver's Licence is considered an asset.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum two years of hands‑on experience maintaining, troubleshooting, or repairing telecommunications, radar, RF, satellite communications, networking, or electronic systems.
• Experience using electronic diagnostic equipment, test instruments, and troubleshooting tools.
• Experience working in telecommunications, defence, aerospace, broadcasting, industrial electronics, networking, or remote‑site operations is considered an asset.

SKILLS:

• Strong knowledge of telecommunications systems, RF communications, satellite communications, radar systems, router-based networks, and electronic equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, manuals, and engineering documentation.
• Proficiency using electronic test equipment including spectrum analyzers, RF power meters, reference generators, BER test equipment, and related diagnostic tools.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and report‑writing skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and make sound technical decisions.
• Ability to travel regularly to remote sites and work as part of a small team.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including a fall arrest harness when required.
• Ability to work in physically demanding environments and adverse Arctic weather conditions.
• Please note that employment at North Warning System is conditional upon obtaining and maintaining a Secret Level Security Clearance.

Why Join Us?

• Fly-In/Fly-Out Rotation: 6 weeks on site and 6 weeks off site, with company-paid travel to and from site.
• Competitive Compensation: Competitive pay and overtime opportunities, where eligible.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and employer‑matched pension contributions (5%).
• Accommodations & Meals: Comfortable accommodations, meals, and access to site amenities while on rotation.
• Vacation & Allowances: Vacation pay (6%) and applicable clothing, footwear, or site‑specific allowances ($175 annually).
• Professional Development: Training and certification opportunities to support your career growth.

Nasittuq is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified groups. Inuit Land Claim Beneficiary applicants are encouraged to apply and self‑identify.

APPLICANTS WHO ARE ENROLLED UNDER AN INUIT NUNANGAT LAND CLAIMS AGREEMENT WILL BE GIVEN PRIORITY HIRING. WE ENCOURAGE APPLICANTS TO SELF-IDENTIFY.

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ᐃᖅᑲᓇᐃᔮᖅᑖᕋᓱᐊᖅᑐ ᐃᓚᒋᔭᐅᖃᑕᐅᓪᓗᑎᒃ ᐃᓄᐃᑦ ᓄᓇᖓᓐᓂ ᓄᓇᓕᕆᓂᕐᒧᑦ ᐊᖏᕈᑎᐅᓯᒪᔪᓄᑦ ᓯᕗᓪᓕᖅᐸᐅᑎᑕᐅᓂᐊᖅᑐᑦ ᐃᖅᑲᓇᐃᔮᖅᑖᕐᑎᑕᐅᔪᓐᓇᖅᑐᓄᑦ. ᐃᑲᔪᖅᑐᕐᐸᑦᓯ ᐃᖅᑲᓇᐃᔮᖅᑖᕋᓱᐊᖃᑕᐅᔪᓯ ᓇᓗᓇᐃᖅᓯᖁᓪᓗᓯ ᐃᓚᒋᔭᐅᖃᑕᐅᓂᑦᓯᓐᓂᒃ.

Nasittuq provides accommodations during all parts of the hiring process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.

Translation: We invite you to join us and embark on a rewarding career journey!

We thank you for your interest, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.