Junior Engineer, Combat Systems

Irving Shipbuilding; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian shipbuilding company is seeking a Junior Combat Systems Engineer in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. In this role, you will support the Combat Systems Team to ensure advanced capabilities for the Royal Canadian Navy's River Class Destroyer program. The position involves evaluating system requirements, managing project workloads, and collaborating on innovative solutions. This is a full-time role requiring in-office presence. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and has an interest in marine technical fields.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent required.
• Exposure to the marine field through academic study or work experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of maritime combat capabilities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support Combat Systems team with technical oversight.
• Manage planned and emergent work within your scope.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Evaluate performance capabilities of combat systems.
• Coordinate scheduling to meet program milestones.

Skills

Exposure to marine field

Interest in combat capabilities

Familiarity with Above Water Weapons

Knowledge of Navigation

Understanding of Command and Control

Education

Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (B.Eng.)

Job description

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 Junior Combat Systems Engineer 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) has operations in Canada and the United States and 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. 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. We invite applications from all qualified candidates, including racially visible persons, women in underrepresented roles, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and encourage applicants to self‑identify.