Talent.com
The Royal Canadian Navy
WEAPONS ENGINEERING TECHNICIANThe Royal Canadian Navy • Charlottetown, PE, CA
WEAPONS ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN

WEAPONS ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN

The Royal Canadian Navy • Charlottetown, PE, CA
1 hour ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

WEAPONS ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN

Are you searching for a truly unique engineering challenge? Weapons Engineering Technicians for the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) get to put their skills to the test with high-tech equipment.

This position is available full-time or as part of our paid education program.

Pay & Benefits

The CAF offers a range of benefits to ensure members are well supported. These include:

  • Competitive salary starting from $4,337 - $6,413/month for new recruits who join the Regular Force under the Direct Entry plan
  • New pay increases: earn more from the start
  • Recruiting allowance of up to $50,000 paid in installments at key service milestones
  • Paid education and training opportunities
  • Vacation, parental, and other types of paid leave
  • Health, dental, and vision coverage
  • Counselling, and relocation support services
  • Pension plan
  • Stimulating workplace that promotes respect, belonging, and work-life balance

Overview

Weapons Engineering Technicians are responsible for the corrective and planned maintenance activities onboard a ship for weapons, communications, radar and marine navigation systems. The primary responsibilities of Weapons Engineering Technicians include:

  • Monitor and evaluate the performance of electronic equipment
  • Operate electronic diagnosis systems, specialized tools and test equipment
  • Perform diagnostic analysis on components and systems to identify faults
  • Repair faulty electronic equipment to restore system function
  • Compile test logs, evaluation reports, equipment maintenance documentation and read and interpret electronic drawings

You will find a comprehensive list of the primary duties on the forces.ca website.

This position is similar to the following:

  • Electronics Repair Apprentice
  • Electronics Repair Journeyman
  • Electrical and Electronics Engineer
  • Marine Weapons Engineering Technician
  • Appliance Service and Repair

To be eligible to apply to the CAF, you must:

  • Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident living in Canada;
  • Be at least 18 years old (17 years old with parental consent), except:
    • For the Paid Education programs, you may be 16 years old (with parental consent);
    • For the Primary Reserve, you may be 16 years old (with parental consent) and must be enrolled as a full-time student;
  • Have completed at least Grade 10 or Secondary IV in Québec (some jobs need higher levels of education).

Required Education

The minimum required education to apply for this occupation is the completion of the provincial requirements for Grade 10 or Secondary 4 in Quebec, including minimum Grade 10 Applied Math (Math 426 or TS 4 in Quebec). It is an asset to have a Physics course at any level.

Foreign education may be accepted.

Direct Entry Plan

Ideal candidates will already have a diploma or Red Seal for a related civilian trade. If you already have a university or college diploma, the CAF will decide if your academic program matches the criteria for this job and may optimize your progression following basic training. Basic training is required before being assigned.

Join the CAF

To learn more about becoming a Weapons Engineering Technician, visit www.forces.ca, talk to a recruiter at a centre near you: www.forces.ca/en/find-a-recruiting-centre or call 1-800-856-8488.

Explore over 100 different career opportunities at www.forces.ca/en/careers.

Job Type: Full-time

Create a job alert for this search

WEAPONS ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN • Charlottetown, PE, CA

Similar jobs

Hands-On Maintenance Technician – Growth & Impact

TEEMA Solutions GroupCharlottetown, PE, CA
Full-time

A leading maintenance services provider in Charlottetown seeks a hands-on Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot and repair equipment, ensure compliance with safety protocols, and maintain operatio... Show more

 • Promoted

Production Technician

Agilent TechnologiesCharlottetown, PE, CA
Full-time

BIOVECTRA, now a part of Agilent, is recognized as a leader in the contract development and manufacturing space of active pharmaceutical ingredients specializing in clinical-to-commercial scale pro... Show more

 • Promoted

Pest Control Technician

Vantage Marketing CanadaCharlottetown, PE, CA
Full-time

Vantage Marketing is the nation’s largest pest control marketing company and a leader in providing summer employment opportunities to college students.Known for its strong commitment to professiona... Show more

 • Promoted

On-Site Pest Control Technician for Residential and Commercial Services

Vantage Marketing CanadaCharlottetown, PE, CA
Full-time

Step into a vital role as a Pest Control Technician, focusing on exceptional service delivery.Support residential and commercial clients in effective pest management with professional guidance.In t... Show more

 • Promoted

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Health PEICharlottetown, PE, CA
Full-time

Preparing and administrating radioactive agents to patients and performing nuclear medicine procedures;.Acting within the policies, procedures, work practices and license conditions of the nuclear ... Show more

 • Promoted

Power Engineering Role at Agilent’s BIOVECTRA

agilentCharlottetown, PE, CA
Full-time

Join BIOVECTRA, a supporting branch of Agilent, as a Power Engineer focusing on equipment reliability and operational safety.This full-time position involves rotating shifts, providing a critical f... Show more

 • Promoted

CMP Mechanical Designer Opportunity

FPS Food Process Solutions CorporationCharlottetown, PE, CA
Full-time

Become a key player at CMP as a Mechanical Designer, working on cutting-edge food processing equipment.Join a team that values growth and collaboration in a supportive environment.At CMP (Charlotte... Show more

 • Promoted

Power Engineer

BioVectra Inc.Charlottetown, PE, CA
Full-time

Job DescriptionBIOVECTRA, now a part of Agilent, is recognized as a leader in the contract development and manufacturing space of active pharmaceutical ingredients specializing in clinical-to-comme... Show more

 • Promoted

Pest Control Technician: On-Site Solutions & Client Care

Vantage Marketing CanadaCharlottetown, PE, CA
Full-time

A leading pest control marketing company in Charlottetown is seeking a full-time Pest Control Technician.Your responsibilities will include performing pest control services for residential and comm... Show more

 • Promoted

Repair and Overhaul Technician / $23.00 - $35.00 an hour

Action Aero Inc.Charlottetown, PE, CA
Full-time

Technicians must verify incoming components and be familiar with all aspects governing the maintenance of aircraft components as per Transport Canada and the Federal Aviation Authority.Specific tra... Show more

 • Promoted

Aircraft Repair Technician with Six Sigma Skills

Action Aero Inc.Charlottetown, PE, CA
Full-time

Become an Aircraft Repair Technician focused on quality and efficiency through Six Sigma methodologies.This role demands precision in the maintenance of aircraft components while aligning with Tran... Show more

 • Promoted

Provincial Engineer: Damp Safety Expert

Ducks Unlimited CanadaPE, CA
Full-time

Advance your career with Ducks Unlimited Canada as a Provincial Engineer, where your expertise will shape the future of dam safety and wetland conservation.This hybrid role spans New Brunswick, Nov... Show more

 • Promoted

Advanced Quality Engineer Invesco

2532 Invesco Enterprise Services (Division)Charlottetown, PE, CA
Full-time

Become a pivotal part of Invesco's quality assurance team as an Advanced Quality Engineer, where testing strategies and automation merge in a hybrid setting.As an Advanced Quality Engineer at Inves... Show more

 • Promoted

R&D Tech

Agilent TechnologiesCharlottetown, PE, CA
Full-time

BIOVECTRA, now a part of Agilent, is recognized as a leader in the contract development and manufacturing space of active pharmaceutical ingredients specializing in clinical-to-commercial scale pro... Show more

 • Promoted

Advanced Engineer, Product Engagement

2532 Invesco Enterprise Services (Division)Charlottetown, PE, CA
Full-time

As one of the world’s leading independent global investment firms, Invesco is dedicated to rethinking possibilities for our clients.If you're looking for challenging work, intelligent colleagues, a... Show more

 • Promoted

Aviation Component Repair & Overhaul Technician

Action Aero Inc.Charlottetown, PE, CA
Full-time

Technicians must verify incoming components and be familiar with all aspects governing the maintenance of aircraft components as per Transport Canada and the Federal Aviation Authority.Specific tra... Show more

 • Promoted

Power Engineer

agilentCharlottetown, PE, CA
Full-time

BIOVECTRA, now a part of Agilent, is recognized as a leader in the contract development and manufacturing space of active pharmaceutical ingredients specializing in clinical‑to‑commercial scale pro... Show more

 • Promoted

Advanced Quality Engineer

2532 Invesco Enterprise Services (Division)Charlottetown, PE, CA
Full-time +1

As one of the world’s leading independent global investment firms, Invesco is dedicated to rethinking possibilities for our clients.By delivering the combined power of our distinctive investment ma... Show more

 • Promoted

Advanced Quality Engineer

InvescoCharlottetown, PE, CA
Full-time +1

As one of the world’s leading independent global investment firms, Invesco is dedicated to rethinking possibilities for our clients.By delivering the combined power of our distinctive investment ma... Show more

 • Promoted

Provincial Engineer

Ducks Unlimited CanadaPE, CA
Full-time

Minimum starting salary at $82,500 (based on a 35-hour work week and commensurate with individual education and experience, as it relates to the position).Hybrid, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia or Prin... Show more