Reserve Signals Officer in 21 Electronic Warfare Regiment

21 Electronic Warfare Regiment; Eastern Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A regiment within the Canadian Armed Forces seeks a Signals Officer for the Reserve Force in Kingston, Eastern Ontario. Responsibilities include managing telecommunications and information systems, leading a troop, and supporting Army operations. The role offers competitive compensation, including a starting daily rate of $150.48 and an annual education grant for eligible students. Candidates may also have opportunities for international deployments and career progression into full-time service.

Benefits

Annual education grant

Competitive daily rate

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Eligible students pursuing their first undergraduate degree may receive an annual $2,000 education grant.
• Basic Military Officer Qualification is required.
• Experience in telecommunications and information systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage telecommunications and information systems within the Canadian Armed Forces.
• Lead a troop of Signals Operators or Signals Intelligence Specialists.
• Support Army operations and command units.

Skills

Telecommunications management

Leadership

Signals intelligence

Education

Undergraduate degree

Job description

Signals Officer - Reserve Force Opportunity

Signals Officers are responsible for delivering and managing telecommunications and information systems capabilities within the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), with a primary focus on supporting Army operations and command units. In the Reserve Force, newly qualified officers typically begin by leading a troop of Signals Operators or Signals Intelligence Specialists in a part‑time capacity.

Compensation & Commitment:

• Starting daily rate: $150.48
• Summer earnings (May-August): Over $18,000 before allowances
• Ongoing service: One evening per week and one-two weekends per month (September‑May)
• Additional responsibilities: Signals Officers typically take on an extra evening per week, which may be fulfilled through a combination of remote and in‑person work.

Training Pathway at 21 Electronic Warfare Regiment:

1. Basic Military Officer Qualification (BMOQ - 7 Weeks or 12 Weekends+2 Weeks)
2. Soldier, driver, and communications skills development
3. Basic Military Officer Qualification - Army (3 Months - Gagetown or Aldershot)
4. Basic Signals Officer Course (4 Months - Kingston)

This training is typically distributed over two to three summers, though alternative timelines may be available.

Education Incentives:

• Eligible students pursuing their first undergraduate degree may receive an annual $2,000 education grant, in addition to standard pay and benefits.

Career Progression & Opportunities:

• Apply for domestic or international deployments
• Transfer to the Regular Force for full‑time service, or apply for full time positions in the Reserve
• Transition into other technical or leadership roles across Canada

Recruitment & Information Sessions:

• Weekly general information sessions are available
• One‑on‑one follow‑ups can be scheduled at any stage of the application process
• Applicants through this platform will receive additional details on available roles and upcoming sessions

Note:

Positions at 21 Electronic Warfare Regiment are competitive. While applicants may indicate a preferred trade, selection is based on organizational needs and candidate suitability.

Contact:

To request an invitation to an information session or for direct inquiries, email: [e-mail]