Technical Services Technologist Trainee - CNS

navcanada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Defined benefit pension plan

Opportunities for growth and dev.

Flexible work arrangements

Diverse and inclusive workforce

Job summary

NAV CANADA is seeking a Technical Services Technologist Trainee to join our Montreal team. The role focuses on electronic maintenance of complex systems critical to safe air navigation, with training leading to enhanced responsibilities.

Ideal candidates will be bilingual (English/French), have a technical diploma, and enjoy team-based work in a dynamic environment. This on-site role offers growth, competitive compensation, and a defined pension plan.

Qualifications

• Requires secondary school diploma or equivalent and a recognized diploma/degree in Engineering Technology, Electronics Engineering Technology, Computer Sciences or equivalent (completed within last 10 years).
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Some lifting required.

Responsibilities

• Provides electronic maintenance services on complex systems and equipment essential to the Air Navigation System safety and reliability.
• Participates in team-based maintenance and monitoring activities.
• Engages in ongoing training and development to support career progression.
• Maintains and supports NAV CANADA’s critical navigation, surveillance, communications and air traffic management systems.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Problem solving

Decision making

Safety awareness

Education

Engineering/Technology diploma

Job description

Job Posting Title

Technical Services Technologist Trainee - Montreal

Job Category

Employee in Training/Student

Language Requirements

Bilingual Required / Bilingue requis

English and French are required / Le français et l'anglais sont requis.

Flexible Work Agreement Type

On site / Sur place

Posting End Date

2026-10-02

Job Grade

ANS-TEC-0

Pay Range

$56 785 - $91 597

Job Summary

Provides electronic maintenance services on complex systems and equipment essential to the provision of a safe and reliable Air Navigation System (ANS). Performs related duties for the designated area of responsibility.

Job Description

What NAV CANADA offers you

• Challenging, team-oriented work environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Opportunities for growth and development
• Flexible work arrangements
• Diverse and inclusive workforce

Overview

Join a team of technologists who do much more than work with leading-edge Air Navigation Service (ANS) technology. In our team, you'll make a difference in air navigation safety. Our skilled Technologists work every day with some of the most advanced equipment and systems in the world.

Technologists support and maintain the critical systems required to keep air traffic moving safely and efficiently. It takes a team effort across Canada to keep navigation, surveillance, communications, and air traffic management systems up and running under all conditions.

Become a member of the NAV CANADA Technical Services team. We offer career-long training on advanced equipment; a full range of opportunities as you gain experience; competitive salaries; an attractive pension; and benefits that are among the best in the industry.

In order to apply for a career at NAV CANADA as a Technologist, you need to have these basic requirements:

• Secondary school diploma or equivalent, and a recognized diploma or degree in Engineering Technology, Electronics Engineering Technology, Computer Sciences or an equivalent program, completed within the last 10 years at a minimum
• A valid driver's license
• Some lifting required

Beyond these basic requirements, we're looking for people who:

• Are good communicators
• Enjoy working in a team environment
• Have recent and relevant coursework
• Have a customer service focus
• Are creative thinkers, have the ability to problem solve and make decisions
• Understand NAV CANADA's core business and focus on safety.

The role does not require you to have previous experience in the aviation sector.

Language Requirements : Bilingual (English and French), in accordance with Civil Aviation Regulations and or Official Languages requirements in order to either provide services to clients, the Public and or, to supervise and provide services to employees in the official language of their choice.

NOTE:

• NAV CANADA will provide you with a training salary that ranges from approximately $56,785 to $91,597 which is based on qualifications and experience. Once you successfully complete your training, you move to the $88,976 to $121,432 range, with increases as you gain experience and move through classification levels. Some travel is required.

NAV CANADA is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. If you do not believe that you match every job requirement listed on this job posting, we still encourage you to apply. NAV CANADA encourages a culture of learning and growth and recognizes that although some technical skills are mandatory, many others can be taught.

Our company strives to create an inclusive and barrier-free selection process and work environment. If you require accommodations during this competition process, please ensure that you inform the interview coordinator or hiring manager of any accommodation measures you may require. NAV CANADA will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities as required.

The successful candidate must meet the security requirement of the position and be legally able to work in Canada.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for next steps will be contacted.

At NAV CANADA, safety is our priority. We require pre-employment drug screening for all candidates offered positions designated as safety sensitive or business critical in accordance with NAV CANADA's Drug and Alcohol policy.