• Job Description

  Req#: JR-5206

  Job Posting Title

  Communications Engineer (2 positions)

  Job Category

  Systems Engineering

  Language Requirements

  English / Anglais

  Flexible Work Agreement Type

  Hybrid / Hybride

  Posting End Date

  2024-03-20

  Job Grade

  EN-ENG-3

  Pay Range

  $93,568 - $121,270

  Job Summary

  The Communications Engineer works under the general guidance of the Engineering Systems Specialists. Work involves: (a) planning and performing studies/medium-level projects assisted by technical support staff, or engineering work as part of a project; or (b) planning and performing applied research, development, or innovative design work in engineering specialty and carrying out experiments and tests.
  
  The Communications Engineer is accountable for applying specialized knowledge and expertise in preparing plans for the development of capital projects; completing system designs and specifications to meet specific operational requirements; support procurement and implementation activities; assist with life cycle management of the systems and equipment in the Section’s area of responsibility.

  Job Description

  What NAV CANADA offers you:

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

  Job Description

  Key Accountabilities:

  The Communications Engineer is accountable to actively develop his/her knowledge and experience base in the Specialty area by actively seeking out challenging assignments, enthusiastically participating in learning opportunities, and maintaining professional development requirements. As expertise and knowledge increase, the Engineering Specialist will be expected to be responsible for more complex assignments and be more active in providing engineering advice to other NAV CANADA groups.

  Job Requirements

  Education:

  • A Degree in Engineering with specialization in computer, electrical, electronic or systems engineering from a recognized University or an acceptable combination of education and experience
  • Eligible for certification as a Professional Engineer in Canada

  Experience:

  • 2 years experience as an engineer including practical and project related work
  • Experience in the planning, design and/or implementation of IT communication technologies and complex systems projects
  • Experience in the development of specifications, standards and procedures
  • Experience in the planning, design and/or implementation of hardware / software projects
  • Experience with VoIP, IP Networks, and Virtualized systems administration are considered to be an asset

  Knowledge:

  • Knowledge and understanding of engineering principles, practices and technology in the field of voice communications, data communications and computer systems.
  • A working knowledge of project management principles and techniques, system engineering process and practices, business practices and decision making techniques
  • Knowledge in IP networking and VoIP communication
  • Knowledge with software pipelines automation (Ansible, Gitlab, Jenkins)
  • Knowledge in system administration principles

  Abilities:

  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Ability to organize and conduct studies
  • Ability in written and oral communications relating to specifications and technical documents for Technical Managers, Senior Engineers and technologists
  • Ability to plan and organize tasks and projects using industry best practices
  • Consistent and meticulous

  Personal Suitability:

  • Work independently with a minimum of direction and supervision and as a team member
  • Effective interpersonal communications; initiative, innovation, judgment, reliability, discretion, decisiveness, persuasiveness, punctuality, diplomacy and tact
  • Able to work in a Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) environment
  • Able to identify and help resolve conflicts within the team

  Working conditions:

  • Hybrid- This position is based at the Ottawa TSC but may be eligible for a flexible work arrangement.
  • Occasional travel required

  *Please note: In the event that a qualified candidate is not found at the ENG-3 level, a qualified candidate may be considered at ENG-2 level. The successful candidate at ENG-2 level will be required to participate in a development program with an intent of progressing to the ENG-3 Level through qualification at the end of the successful completion of the development program within a specified period. Candidates will be required to indicate, at the initial stage of the selection process, if they are interested in the ENG-2 development position. Participants in the development program will be expected to show commitment and satisfactory progress towards demonstrating the competencies associated with the ENG-3 level position throughout the development program.

  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.

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

  We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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• About the company

  Nav Canada is a privately run, not-for-profit corporation that owns and operates Canada's civil air navigation system.

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