As a member of the military, Communication and Electronics Engineering Officers provide telecommunications and information management services that support Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) operations in Canada and abroad.
While working on a base, Air Wing or headquarters during peacetime, Communication and Electronics Engineering Officer work in an environment similar to civilian managers and engineers. They may be employed on exercises or deployed in combat situations.
Work environment: Communication and Electronics Engineering Officers may work in an international headquarters, on a multinational staff or mission.
If you already have a university degree, the CAF will decide if your academic program matches the criteria for this job and may place you directly into the required on-the-job training program following basic training.
Training: After enrolment, you start basic officer training at the Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, for 12 weeks. Communication and Electronics Engineering Officers attend the Canadian Forces School of Communications and Electronics in Kingston, Ontario. Training lasts 19 weeks and covers the following topics:
Communication and Electronics Engineering Officers may be offered the opportunity to develop specialized skills through formal courses and on-the-job training.
Part time options: This position is available for part-time employment through the Reserve Force. Reserve Force members generally work part-time for a Reserve unit in their community.
Communication and Electronics Engineering Officer • Laval, QC, CA