Technical Specialist, Combat Systems/C4ISR Full Time

Location: Halifax – Wilkinson, Canada

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This position is hybrid Halifax, NS.

Position Summary

Thales is looking to hire a Technical Specialist – Combat Systems/C4ISR (Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance) to support the Royal Canadian Navy Arctic and Offshore Patrol Vessels (AOPV) and Joint Support Ship (JSS) class vessels managed by Thales under the AOPS & JSS In-Service Support (AJISS) contract.  

The Technical Specialist provides technical services and advice for designated system and equipment repair, operations and maintenance activities within the Technical Specialists area of expertise and authorization. This includes but is not limited to Command & Control (Command Management, Navigation Systems); Communications (Internal & External, SATCOM, Radios); Computers (NavIS, networks) and  Combat Systems (Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Weapons).

The C4ISR Technical Specialist also supports the AJISS Engineering Team with various activities such as development and implementation of Engineering Changes, creation of Deviations & Waivers or surveys on board the ship while alongside.

The C4ISR Technical Specialist will also advise the Service Delivery team and Engineering team on matters relating to requirements for corrective maintenance, engineering changes and verify planned maintenance changes related to C4ISR.

Key Areas of Responsibility

The C4ISR Technical Specialist is accountable to the AJISS Engineering Services Lead and is required to Support the AOPS & JSS Program Engineers; Support the waterfront team; and Support the LCMM & Engineering section.

• Conducting a range of technical investigations (both desktop and on board) into problems associated with system equipment and/or system malfunction, including failure analysis and solution development; Initiating and contributing to engineering change proposals; Overseeing technical service activities for designated vessels and/or systems, to ensure materiel readiness objectives for the Platforms are being achieved;
• Liaising with OEMs, maintenance service providers, and ship technicians/operators to optimize existing maintenance schedules; Developing a good working relationship within Thales and the customer’s organization to ensure coordination and rapid resolution of issues;
• Preparing documented work scopes, suitable for the solicitation of quotations from external resources such as OEMs, manufacturers, suppliers, testing facilities or specialist service providers; Reviewing technical documentation and initiating changes; Preparing documents/reports such as pre and post refit condition assessments, technical investigations, test & trials, installation set-to-work and Physical Condition Audits; and Supporting test & trials, verification and validation, condition based monitoring, and class survey activities.
• Develop strong working practices with ship staff, Service Providers to promote best working practices.

Minimum Requirements

• Electronics or Networking Engineering Technician Diploma, with a minimum 5 years of experience in working in a high technology (networked), technical environment including work involving the instruction, maintenance, repair and troubleshooting of the following systems:
  • VHF/UHF/HF communications systems
  • Satellite Systems
  • Computer Networks (wired and wireless)
  • Telecom Systems
  • Radar Systems
  • Electronic Warfare Systems
  • Navigation Systems
  • Weapons Systems

or

• Minimum of Military QL5 Electronics or Networking Technician certification in an approved Military Trade or Military QL6B Electronics or Networking Technician certification in an approved Military Trade.

Preferred Qualifications

• Military QL6B Electronics or Networking Technician certification in an approved Military Trade.
• Experience with the maintenance, repair and troubleshooting for the following systems:
• Radar Systems
• Electronic Warfare Systems
• Weapons Systems

Special Position Requirements

• Mix of office work and work in dockyards and onboard Naval Ships;
• Will be required to undertake inspections in machinery spaces of Naval ships involving bending and twisting;
• Willing to work aloft and in confined spaces on board ships (training to be provided).

What We Offer

Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 24 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following: 

• Company paid Extended Health, Dental, HSA, Life, AD&D, Short-term Disability, Cancer Care Program, travel insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and Well-Being program.
• Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP, DCPP, TFSA) with a company contribution and a match to a DCPP, with no vesting period.
• Company paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave. 
• Voluntary Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Long-Term Disability.
• Employee Discounts on home, auto, and gym membership.

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Thales is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. Thales is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the interview process. Applicants selected for an interview who require accommodation are asked to advise accordingly upon the invitation for an interview. We will work with you to meet your needs. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience.

This position requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software or technical information controlled under the Canadian Export Control List, the Canadian Controlled Goods Program, the Canadian Industrial Security Program, the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be eligible or able to obtain authorization for such access including eligibility to the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and able to obtain a Canadian NATO Secret clearance.
This position is eligible for Canadians of all ages