Weapons Technologist

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

Job summary

An international defense company is seeking a Weapons Technologist in Victoria, BC. The role involves supporting submarine system troubleshooting and managing technical data, requiring 4+ years of experience and relevant educational qualifications. The company offers a competitive salary and emphasizes a diverse, inclusive workplace culture. Candidates must have strong problem-solving skills, effective communication skills, and familiarity with military environments. This position contributes to critical defense operations in Canada.

Benefits

100% employer-paid health and dental premiums

Wellness benefit for healthy lifestyles

Flexible work environment

Comprehensive colleague recognition program

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant experience as a Mechanical or Weapons Technologist.
• Registration or eligible for registration as an AScT or C.E.T.
• Experience working in a shipyard is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support troubleshooting Victoria Class Submarine Weapons system defects.
• Manage configuration of design documentation and technical data.
• Provide technical support to customers in a shipyard environment.

Skills

Pragmatic problem-solving skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Effective computer skills

Knowledge of marine and military environments

Education

Engineering Technology diploma or certificate

Tools

MS Office suite

Job description

Weapons Technologist (Permanent)

Halifax, NS or Victoria, BC or Ottawa, ON

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

What You Do Here Matters

In a complex world marked by the threat of war, natural disasters, and geopolitical instability, national security has never been more important. Babcock is an international defence company providing support and product solutions to enhance our customers’ defence capabilities and critical assets. Our Canadian team combines their talent and expertise with deep global knowledge and experience from operations in the United Kingdom, Europe, Australasia and Africa. Working for us, you’ll help ensure that Canada’s critical services and assets are readily available, reliable, and capable for our defence and civil customers and contribute to Babcock’s Purpose, ‘Creating a safe and secure world, together.’

Be Part of Something Big.

Babcock is a people business. Our people and customers matter most to us. Here you will experience a challenging and rewarding work environment with the support you need to deliver and thrive in your career alongside inclusive teams you respect that value your skills and dedication. Our Babcock Principles create the foundation for how we deliver better outcomes for our Culture, Customers and Communities. By collectively embodying these Principles in all the work we do, our colleagues help make us great:

• Be Curious – We believe in challenging the status quo and asking, ‘how might we?’
• Think: Outcomes – We believe in measuring success by the results we deliver and the positive impact we make
• Be Kind – We believe in being kind to ourselves, kind to each other, and kind to our planet.
• Collaborate – We believe that Babcock is greater than the sum of its parts.
• Be Courageous – We believe in being brave, ambitious, and determined.
• Own and Deliver – We believe everybody has a part to play in Babcock’s and our customers’ success.

Benefits

Health & Well-being

• 100% employer‑paid health and dental premiums
• Our Wellness benefit promotes a work environment that supports healthy lifestyles and well‑being
• Employee and Family Assistance Plan (EFAP) offers support and solutions for a wide range of life’s challenges
• A maternity/parental leave top‑up payment is available for our colleagues as their family grows

Planning for the Future

• Babcock Canada matches a portion of earnings towards our RRSP/DPSP program. Additionally, colleagues can contribute directly to a TFSA

Flexibility in How We Work

• We offer an agile workplace for several positions
• Competitive annual vacation time off and additional time off during our holiday closure

Growth and Recognition

• A comprehensive colleague recognition program and bonus program
• Training and support for professional development and professional membership dues

Responsibilities

• Provide support troubleshooting Victoria Class Submarine Weapons system defects.
• Assist in answering Task Assistance Requests raised by the Victoria Class Submarine Repair Facility.
• Manage configuration of design documentation and technical data package.
• 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.
• Provide technical support to our customers in an active shipyard environment across multiple work fronts.
• Provide support for Repair and Overhaul of Weapons Handling and Discharge System assemblies.

Qualifications

• An Engineering Technology diploma or certificate from an accredited post‑secondary institution, or equivalent.
• 4+ years of relevant experience as a Mechanical or Weapons Technologist.
• Registration, or eligible for registration, as an Applied Science Technologist (AScT) or Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T) with the applicable provincial association.
• Demonstrated pragmatic problem‑solving skills.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills, including writing formal reports.
• Effective computer skills including the MS Office suite.
• Knowledge of and experience working in marine and military operating environments.
• Experience working in a shipyard and knowledge of shipyard safe work practices is an asset.
• You are eligible for a Canadian Secret Security and ITAR Clearance.

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.

Babcock Canada acknowledges that the land on which we operate across Canada is the unceded territory of Indigenous Peoples. We are grateful to work, live, and play as guests on these lands and are committed to building meaningful and mutually beneficial relationships with Indigenous Peoples.

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