Naval Docking Programs Lead — Cross-Agency Excellence

J.D. Irving, Limited; Halifax; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense contractor is seeking a Docking Work Period Specialist to lead multidisciplinary teams, ensuring technical programs are efficiently executed in coordination with the Department of National Defense. The ideal candidate will possess a systems-thinking approach and a commitment to continuous improvement, with a strong background in naval systems engineering. Candidates must have relevant education and experience in the Canadian Navy, along with excellent organizational and technical writing skills. This position emphasizes collaboration across the defense sector.

Benefits

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Qualifications

• 5–8+ years of Canadian Naval experience in naval systems engineering or technology.
• Familiarity with multi‑party enterprise‑level solutions involving shipyards, government, and integrators.
• Experience in a shipyard environment or in a quality assurance role is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to deliver maintenance programs aligned with strategic objectives.
• Review technical modifications for impact on naval systems and documentation.
• Identify opportunities to streamline planning and execution of docking work periods.
• Act as a primary liaison with DND, shipyards, and industry partners.
• Maintain technical publications, reports, and records for compliance.

Skills

Detail orientation

Organizational abilities

Technical writing skills

Education

Engineering degree with completion of a Head of Department (HOD) tour in the Canadian Navy

QL6B equivalent (Senior NCM – Chief Petty Officer)

Technical diploma in Marine Engineering, Systems Engineering, or Information Technology

Tools

MS Office tools

Job description

A defense contractor is seeking a Docking Work Period Specialist to lead multidisciplinary teams, ensuring technical programs are efficiently executed in coordination with the Department of National Defense. The ideal candidate will possess a systems-thinking approach and a commitment to continuous improvement, with a strong background in naval systems engineering. Candidates must have relevant education and experience in the Canadian Navy, along with excellent organizational and technical writing skills. This position emphasizes collaboration across the defense sector.