EMSEC/E3 Specialist for Naval programs - NETE

The Weir Group; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Ottawa is seeking an experienced EMSEC/E3 Specialist to support the Royal Canadian Navy's operations. This permanent full-time role offers hybrid work. You will develop naval policies, provide technical support, and perform testing on naval platforms. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering, with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience. Weir offers a diverse workplace and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible schedule

Possibility to work from home

Qualifications

• Must obtain a Government of Canada security clearance, necessitates Canadian citizenship and a minimum of 10 years of continuous residence.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in EMSEC and Electromagnetic Compatibility for naval platforms.
• Direct experience in TEMPEST Testing, NONSTOP Testing, Zoning Trials, and MIL-STD-461 Testing.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance and technical support for the Naval E3 Program.
• Develop and update naval policies relating to EMSEC and E3.
• Conduct and supervise E3 and EMSEC tests on naval platforms.

Skills

Expert guidance

Technical support

EMSEC design

E3 compliance

Risk assessment

Testing procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering

Diploma in Technology (or equivalent QL6 military training)

Job description

EMSEC/E3 Specialist for Naval programs - NETE (CCS26-02)
Weir Canada, Inc.
Ottawa, ON
Permanent Full-time, Hybrid work

Purpose of Role

Weir Marine Engineering is currently looking for a highly experienced and dedicated Emission Security (EMSEC) and Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) Specialist to provide sustained, expert support in the execution and advancement of a comprehensive Naval E3 program. This crucial program supports the operational effectiveness and safety of the entire Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) fleet.

The successful candidate will play a key role in driving the development of naval policies, designs, methodologies, installations, and testing procedures, ensuring our vessels remain adaptable and compliant with evolving operational and security requirements.

Why choose Weir

Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It’s a big challenge – but it is exciting.

An opportunity to grow your own way

Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of our lives.

Feel empowered to be yourself and belong

Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual’s contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.

Learn more about us: http://www.global.weir/services/marine-engineering/

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance and technical support for all aspects of the Naval E3 Program across the RCN fleet.
• Develop and update naval policies, standards, and procedures relating to EMSEC and E3.
• Design and validate installation methodologies for new and modified shipboard systems, ensuring compliance with EMSEC/E3 requirements.
• Conduct, supervise, and analyze results from a variety of specialized E3 and EMSEC tests and trials on naval platforms.
• Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.

Job Knowledge/Education and Qualifications

• Mandatory: Must obtain a Government of Canada security clearance, which necessitates Canadian citizenship and a minimum of 10 years of continuous residence in Canada.
• Mandatory: Bachelor degree in Science or Engineering, or a Diploma in Technology (or equivalent QL6 military training).
• Mandatory: a minimum of 2 years of cumulative work experience within the last 10 years in each of the following design and analysis activities:
  • Design Standards Development for EMSEC and Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) specifically for naval platforms.
  • Review design requirements and perform comprehensive impact/risk assessments of shipboard systems and naval platforms related to E3/EMSEC.
  • Conducted in-depth studies on technical topics including EMI cable coupling effects, Radio Frequency (RF) Safety requirements and compliance, Crypto ground methodologies and installations, power filter selection and application, US MIL-STDs gap analysis in relation to RCN requirements; and Assessment and measurement of cable shielding effectiveness.
• Mandatory: Direct, hands‑on experience in the execution and preparation of:
  • TEMPEST Testing to evaluate the unintentional compromising emanations of electronic equipment;
  • Non‑Specific Operational Test Procedures (NONSTOP) Testing on naval platforms;
  • Zoning Trials to define and assess electromagnetic zones; and
  • MIL‑STD‑461 Testing including performing or preparing test procedures and test plans compliant.

Company Background

Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weir’s technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives.

Since 1953, Weir Canada, Inc. has operated and managed the Naval Engineering Test Establishment (NETE), a Department of National Defence (DND) facility located in Montreal with operations in Halifax, Victoria and Ottawa/Gatineau. Over 450 personnel are currently employed by Weir at NETE, supporting the Royal Canadian Navy and DND with test and evaluation services in a wide variety of technical areas.

Weir offers a diverse and inclusive workplace with flexible schedule and comprehensive benefits package. A combination of office and test facility environments, with possibility to work from home.

Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.

For additional information about what it is like to work at Weir, please visit our Career Page and LinkedIn Life Page.