Engineer-in-Training, Combat Systems

Irving Shipbuilding, Inc.; Dartmouth; Presencial; CAD 70.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Irving Shipbuilding, Inc. is seeking a Combat Systems Engineer-in-Training to contribute to Canada’s River Class Destroyer program.

You will work with the Combat Systems Team to ensure systems are designed, integrated, tested, and accredited to meet Royal Canadian Navy requirements. The role requires in-depth knowledge of maritime combat capabilities and a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (or equivalent), with exposure to the marine field.

Formación

• Exposure to or interest in the marine field through work experience (e.g., co-op) or academic study.
• Familiarity with maritime combat capabilities such as Above Water Weapons & Sensors, Command and Control, Underwater Warfare, Electronic Warfare, Navigation, Communications.

Responsabilidades

• Support the Combat Systems team in providing technical and programmatic oversight of combat systems activities.
• Manage planned and emergent work within your assigned scope.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies for combat systems capability areas.
• Evaluate requirements and performance capabilities of combat systems.
• Coordinate scheduling, planning, and execution of systems activities to meet program milestones.
• Review technical products and deliverables from internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with working groups to develop operational solutions for RCD.
• Manage inputs from subcontractors and the Royal Canadian Navy to ensure system compliance.

Conocimientos

Marine field exposure

Above Water Weapons & Sensors

Command and Control

Underwater Warfare

Electronic Warfare

Navigation

Communications

Educación

Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (B.Eng.) or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

JOB DESCRIPTION

Are you passionate about cutting-edge naval technology and eager to contribute to Canada's next-generation warships? Join our team as a Combat Systems Engineer-in-Training and play a key role in delivering advanced combat capabilities for the River Class Destroyer (RCD) program. As part of the Combat Systems Team, you'll help ensure that the systems deployed on RCD ships are designed, integrated, tested, and accredited to meet the operational needs of the Royal Canadian Navy. This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex, mission-critical systems in a collaborative environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the Combat Systems team in providing technical and programmatic oversight of combat systems activities.
• Manage planned and emergent work within your assigned scope.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies for combat systems capability areas.
• Evaluate requirements and performance capabilities of combat systems.
• Coordinate scheduling, planning, and execution of systems activities to meet program milestones.
• Review technical products and deliverables from internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with working groups to develop operational solutions for RCD.
• Manage inputs from subcontractors and the Royal Canadian Navy to ensure system compliance.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (B.Eng.) or equivalent.
• Experience: Exposure to or interest in the marine field through work experience (e.g., co-op) or academic study.
• Knowledge: Familiarity with maritime combat capabilities such as:
  • Above Water Weapons & Sensors
  • Command and Control
  • Underwater Warfare
  • Electronic Warfare
  • Navigation
  • Communications

Due to the nature of work Irving Shipbuilding does, all successful applicants must meet requirements for the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
Please note this position requires a full-time, in-office presence.

ABOUT US

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.
Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Irving Shipbuilding is proud to be Canada's National Shipbuilder. Our team is constructing more than 20 modern patrol ships and destroyers for the Royal Canadian Navy and Canadian Coast Guard as part of the largest defence procurement project in Canadian history.
By joining our team of more than 2,400 shipbuilders, you can enjoy a dynamic and exciting career with a company dedicated to your success, development, and safety.
At Irving Shipbuilding, we're making history - why not make it with us? Learn more about careers at Irving Shipbuilding: shipsforcanada.ca/opportunities.