Submarine Technical Training SME

Description

The Submarine Technical Training SME is responsible for providing Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) submarine operations and training expertise to the Training Systems Integration (TSI) team as a technical Subject Matter Expert (SME). As the SME you will serve as the primary engineering and technical authority for submarine engineering disciplines (propulsion power generation/distribution hotel services auxiliary systems atmosphere control trim/buoyancy damage control weapons sensors and platform survivability). You will contribute to the analysis design and validation of training solutions that prepare submariners to operate monitor diagnose and recover submarine systems safely and effectively. Also you will guide scenario design simulation fidelity requirements datadriven performance measurement and instructor development for engineering and technical occupation pipelines across shore-based and atsea training.

Key responsibilities include:

• Support the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project (CPSP) through the development of Crewing and Occupational Roles Analysis (CORA) Training Needs Analysis (TNA) and Training Media Analysis (TMA)

• Lead systems task analysis and define training architectures for operational engineering roles including normal abnormal and emergency procedures

• Define simulation fidelity requirements and contribute to scenario design for submarine engineering weapons sensors and platform systems

• Prepare plan and execute naval training system solutions across shore-based and at-sea environments

• Develop and maintain training and test procedures scenarios lesson plans and performance measurement criteria

• Test and validate training systems to ensure compliance with design training budget and schedule requirements

• Perform trade studies to evaluate and select appropriate training solutions from CAE and supplier offerings

• Articulate training solution features and benefits in support of bids and proposals in collaboration with business development and proposal teams

• Provide technical input to potential customers and support cost and effort estimation activities as required

• Identify training system risks and defects early and actively participate in their resolution during project execution

• Stay informed on maritime and submarine industry developments and emerging technologies applicable to naval and maintenance training

• Support alignment of training solutions with RCN Future Naval Training Strategy (FNTS) and Concept of Operations (CONOPS)

Minimum Qualifications

• Extensive operational experience within the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) submarine service or a comparable national naval submarine service.

• Demonstrated expertise in submarine systems engineering operations maintenance or instruction.

• Experience applying a System Approach to Training (SAT) including CFITES or an equivalent framework.

• Strong understanding of CAF Military Employment Structure and its application to training development and execution.

• Experience conducting training needs analysis and developing operator and maintainer training solutions.

• Strong verbal written presentation and interpersonal communication skills.

• Proficiency with Windows-based systems and Microsoft Office tools (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook SharePoint Visio).

• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment both on-site and remotely.

• Eligibility to meet Controlled Goods Program (CGP) requirements Level II (NATO SECRET) security clearance and ITAR requirements.

• Legal authorization to work in Canada (Canadian Citizen Permanent Resident or valid Work Permit).

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to perform effectively under tight deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as a submarine Systems Engineer or Technician with extensive involvement in planning and executing submarine system maintenance.

• Experience planning and executing naval operations training or maintenance at sea or within Naval Engineering and Test Establishments Fleet Maintenance Facilities or equivalent organizations.

• Demonstrated naval leadership experience.

• Knowledge and experience with maritime condition-based maintenance.

• Experience with modern training technologies including simulation e-learning virtual reality (VR) augmented reality (AR) and synthetic training environments.

• Experience designing or evaluating submarine training testing and student assessment programs.

Benefits

• Company benefits plan

• Pension plan

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Career development opportunities within a global organization

• Domestic and international travel opportunities

• Hybrid work model

• Comprehensive health and wellness programs

About CAE

At CAE our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years weve driven innovation in simulation training and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies we empower our customers to operate smarter faster and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged collaboration drives progress and your growth fuels our shared success.

Position Type

Regular

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

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Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1