Naval Systems Specialist for OT&E - NETE
Weir Canada, Inc.
Dartmouth NS Canada
Permanent Full-time, Onsite work

Purpose of Role: Weir Marine Engineering is currently looking for an experienced Naval Systems Specialist with current or former experience in naval warfare and naval equipment operations to join our Combat and Control Systems (CCS) team at the Canadian Forces Maritime Warfare Centre (CFMWC). This permanent position based in Dartmouth NS consist in providing a range of Operational Test & Evaluation (OT&E) services and Tactical Development expertise including liaison with ongoing naval projects and equipment managers, test / tactics documentation generation and updating, technical investigations and independent validation of system performance / tactics effectiveness. Sound organizational knowledge and previous work experience with the Royal Canadian Navy is vital, as the work requires a collaborative approach with numerous stakeholders within RCN lines more specifically in the Naval Force Development field. This position includes a combination of office (mostly) and shipboard (sometimes) environments with occasional requirements to perform work outside or onboard ships and occasional short duration travel to other test locations. 

Why choose Weir:
Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It’s a big challenge – but it is exciting.

An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives.

Feel empowered to be yourself and belong: Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual’s contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Support: Participate and support to technical, tactical and engineering investigations as directed by the applicable CFMWC Battlespace; Develop, modify, support & validate related documentation and information with multiple equipment Subject Matter Experts (SME);

Verification and Validation: Provide validation support for in-service, minor and major capital projects; Provide technical advice and support to SMEs concerning tactical issues and procedures;

Coordination: Coordinate a large number of test and trials activities for new and legacy equipment (ashore or onboard) for equipment and weapons systems fitted aboard ships; Manage and coordinate Test & Evaluation activities related to the performance of naval operational equipment and weapons;

Leadership: Lead, support and validate complex test and evaluation activities.

Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.

Job Knowledge/Education and Qualifications:

Mandatory: Eligible to obtain Government of Canada security clearance, which requires Canadian citizenship and continuous residence in Canada over the last 10 years as a minimum.

Mandatory: College Diploma or Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent from military training) with Ten (10) years minimum experience in naval operations including as a Director level Naval Warfare Officer (NWO), preferably with experience as an Operations Room Officer (ORO);

Required: Familiar with Naval Operational Test & Evaluation procedures, Operational knowledge of military shipboard systems is essential;

Required: Familiar with testing environment including use of test procedures and test equipment, and with Naval Tactical Development practices;

Required: Excellent organizational skills with attention to details and quality; Proficient in technical writing in English and ability to communicate effectively at all levels with peers, supervisors and clients.

Since 1953, Weir Canada, Inc. has operated and managed the Naval Engineering Test Establishment (NETE), a Department of National Defence (DND) facility located in Montreal with operations in Halifax, Victoria and Ottawa/Gatineau.  Over 450 personnel are currently employed by Weir at NETE, supporting the Royal Canadian Navy and DND with test and evaluation services in a wide variety of technical areas.

Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weir’s technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives.

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Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.

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