Senior Telecom System Specialist

Job Description

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• Review, analyze, and provide recommendations on telecommunication system and sub-system interface documentation, including radio, microwave, satellite, network, and telecom;
• Recommend telecommunication system level solutions for discrepancies, deficiencies and changes to network system equipment and specifications;
• Liaise with DND and stakeholder telecommunication sub-system technical groups to ensure system integrity, performance, reliability, and maintainability;
• Analyze and integrate telecommunication network systems;
• Create planning and procurement support documentation, such as technical data specifications, plans and drawings, standards, and SOWs for miscellaneous interface and facility ancillary items;
• Review, analyze, and provide recommendations relating to telecommunication network system components and associated documentation;
• Provide technical expertise in design, technical, and management reviews of telecommunication network systems to monitor, advise, and report on progress and potential problems;
• Conduct telecommunication system integration testing and evaluation;
• Analyze telecommunication system deficiencies and recommends cost effective solutions;
• Review, analyze, and provide recommendations on the suitability of industry telecommunication network system documentation;
• Conduct technical definition studies and options analysis on telecommunication network systems;
• Perform any other work related to this category.

Qualifications

• Must have one of the following:

1. An Engineering or Science degree from a recognized Canadian University or a non-Canadian Engineering or Science degree that must be accredited
2. A diploma or certificate, minimum 2 years from a recognized college in an Information Management / Information Technology (IM/IT) field.
3. Licensed as a Professional Engineer by any Professional Engineering self-regulatory bodies within the provinces of Canada.

• Minimum of 10 years experience as a Telecommunication System Specialist.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in writing Project Technical Documentation (e.g. Statement of Work, Statement of Requirements, technical specifications) for Telecommunications projects valued $5M or more.
• Minimum of 5 years experience performing engineering design, integration, test or analysis of RF communication design and development.

Additional Information

• Able to obtain and maintain a Canadian Government NATO Secret Clearance
• Able to go onsite 5 days a week in Ottawa
• Potential travel outside the NRC may be required
• Contract Length: ASAP to August 2026 – 3 option periods going to August 2029

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Work-Life Balance

We strongly support a healthy and productive work-life balance. This starts with a flexible approach to work, and policies designed to support employees through their day-to-day routines and major life events. For example, we offer a Maternity/Parental Top-Up (up to 52 weeks) and a Reservist Leave Top-Up (up to 180 days).

Belong@ADGA

ADGA continuously strives to integrate advanced Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) approaches and practices into our work culture. Our employee-based DEI Committee explores activities and invites discussions that foster an environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and heard.

Compensation

Above and beyond our commitment to offer a competitive base salary, ADGA has a company-wide profit-sharing plan for all full-time and part-time employees.

Comprehensive Benefits and Total Rewards

We offer a comprehensive benefit program, providing employees with the choice between base or enhanced plans. Depending on the plan, ADGA pays for Health & Dental, a Health Spending Account, Short-Term Disability, an Employee Assistance Program, and a Telemedicine service. Also offered: discounts on gym memberships, 5,000+ perks through Perkoplis, a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan, and access to a wide range of other employee-centric services and savings programs.