Weapons EIT (Permanent)

Babcock International; Halifax; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense and engineering company based in Halifax is seeking a Weapons Engineer-in-Training (EIT) to support troubleshooting submarine weapons systems. The ideal candidate will have strong problem-solving skills, a mechanical or marine engineering degree, and familiarity with the marine environment. This role offers comprehensive health benefits, a flexible work schedule, and opportunities for professional development. Join us to contribute to vital naval in-service support for the Royal Canadian Navy.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Wellness days

Flexible work schedule

Employer matching of retirement contributions

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience as a Mechanical or Weapons EIT is an asset.
• Graduated from a recognized institution with a mechanical or marine engineering degree.

Responsibilities

• Provide support troubleshooting Victoria Class Submarine Weapons system defects.
• Conduct onsite inspections/surveys of platform’s physical conditions.

Skills

Pragmatic problem‑solving skills

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Effective computer skills (MS Office)

Marine and military environment knowledge

Education

Mechanical or marine engineering degree

Job description

Weapons EIT (Permanent)

Halifax, NS

Expected Salary: $70,340 to $85,971
In determining the final salary, Babcock will consider a variety of factors including the successful Candidate’s skills and experience and internal equity. The final base salary offer will be at the Company’s sole discretion and be presented as part of a competitive total compensation package.

Underpinned by a deep understanding of technology integration, asset management, and specialist training, Babcock International works with customers around the world to improve the capability, reliability and availability of their most critical assets within the key market sectors of Marine, Land, Aviation, and Nuclear.

In Canada, Babcock works in the Marine sector, where our teams provide critical and complex support to Canada’s submarine fleet. Our Canadian team is proud to be trusted to deliver key naval in-service support for the Royal Canadian Navy. We also operate in the Aviation sector, where Babcock ensures that the aircrew trainees of our partner nations receive the world’s best flying training. We deliver vital aerial emergency services and are proud to have been selected by the Government of Manitoba to deliver their wildfire suppression services, as well as key components of their critical air ambulance services.

Whether it is providing technical training instruction, developing training materials or maintaining critical training assets, Babcock is trusted by its customers to deliver world-class training solutions.

Babcock’s Purpose is to create a safe and secure world, together. Our Principles create the foundation for how we will do this. They keep us on the right course, unify the way we work and guide us towards success. By thinking, connecting, and acting in line with these Principles, we’ll deliver better outcomes for our Culture, Customers and Communities. Collectively at Babcock, our employees embody the

Principles that help make us great at what we do:

• Challenge the status quo, Be Curious, and ask, ‘how might we?’
• Whenever measuring success, Think: Outcomes and positive impacts.
• Be Kind to ourselves, each other, and our planet.
• Babcock employees Collaborate – we are greater than the sum of our parts.
• Be Courageous – be brave, ambitious, and determined.
• Everyone has a part to play - Own and Deliver to be successful.

Learn more about us at www.babcockcanada.com.

Responsibilities

• Provide support troubleshooting Victoria Class Submarine Weapons system defects.
• Assist in answering Task Assistance Requests raised by the Victoria Class Submarine Repair Facility.
• Provide assistance towards customer raised Minor Questions and Major Tasks.
• Participate in the development of innovative solutions to technical problems.
• Conduct onsite inspections/surveys of platform’s physical conditions and verify boat-fit.
• Produce Engineering Documentation including job instructions, concessions and reports.
• Provide Technical Support to our Customers in an active shipyard environment across multiple Workfront’s.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience as a Mechanical or Weapons EIT is an asset.
• Demonstrated pragmatic problem‑solving skills.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills, including writing formal reports, and making presentations.
• Graduated from a recognized institution with a mechanical or marine engineering degree and eligibility for licensing as an Engineer‑In‑Training (EIT) within your province.
• Effective computer skills including the MS Office suite.
• You have knowledge of the marine and military environment.
• Experience working in a shipyard and knowledge of shipyard safe work practices is an asset.
• You are eligible for a Canadian Secret Security Clearance, Controlled Goods Program positively assessed, and ITAR Clearance.

Benefits

• Contributions towards an employee’s physical and mental health
• Wellness days
• Supportive work life balance: flexible work schedule and competitive annual vacation time off
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Pregnancy and Parental Leave top‑up available
• Employer matching of employee retirement contribution
• Employee recognition and bonus programs
• Support of professional development and reimbursement of membership dues
• Relocation assistance for individuals and families

Babcock is committed to promoting a workforce without boundaries. One that welcomes everyone to contribute to our success regardless of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, or disability, and conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered. If you require accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know how we can assist you.

Applicants, please apply online at https://www.babcockinternational.com/careers/