Important messages
We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
Assessment accommodation
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📢 How does this work?
Step 1: Read the entire advertisement. Want to join our team? Let us know you’re interested! Click “Apply Online”
Step 2: Tell us about yourself! Attach your resume and answer the screening questions in the online application.
↪ Please provide complete and thorough details of your education and experience. "See resume" responses will not be accepted;
↪ Do not assume that the screening board has any previous knowledge of your background, qualifications, or work history. You must be specific and provide concrete examples/details for each experience element, as applications will be screened only on the information provided;
↪ Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being screened out of the process.
Step 3: We will carefully review all of your qualifications. If your talent matches one of our immediate or upcoming opportunities we may contact you for further information or assessment.
Creating an environment where diverse perspectives are valued begins with self-declaration. Count yourself in and self-declare by identifying to which employment equity group(s) you belong. In order to self-declare, please ensure to indicate this by checking off the appropriate box within the online application as part of the Employment Equity section.
Work environment
Together, the Department of National Defence (DND) and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) form the largest and most complex organization in Canada. DND's role is to provide services and support to the CAF in their operations and missions at home and abroad. DND and the CAF work side-by-side to fulfill the Government of Canada’s mission to defend Canada and Canadians and contribute to international peace, security and stability efforts.
You’ll Enjoy
At DND we foster a work environment where employees have opportunities to grow, learn, progress in their careers and have job satisfaction over the long-term.
✔ A career among a dynamic and dedicated team
✔ Opportunities for advancement
✔ A diverse, respectful and inclusive work environment
✔ A total benefits package including a competitive salary, health and dental insurance plans, pension plan and a variety of leave entitlements
Intent of the process
The intent of this process is to staff engineering positions (multi-disciplinary) at the Department of National Defence. We have current needs for Software, Mechanical, Electrical and Marine engineers.
As a result of this process a pool of candidates may be established and used to staff similar positions with various employment tenures, locations, language profiles, security requirements and conditions of employment.
Positions to be filled: 6
Information you must provide
Your résumé.
In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)
EDUCATION
ED1. Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in mechanical engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, aeronautical engineering, geological engineering, naval architecture or some other engineering specialty relevant to the duties of the position. (See notes)
Note 1: Candidates with foreign credentials must provide proof of Canadian equivalency and must be recognized by the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials (CICIC). Please visit the following link to learn more: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/jobs/services/gc-jobs/degree-equivalency.html
Degree equivalency
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Experience
EX1. Experience in providing specialist engineering expertise, advice, and guidance in a field relevant to the position being staffed.
EX2. Experience in working with stakeholders on major engineering or life cycle management projects.
EX3. Experience in working with multi-disciplinary teams engaged in the delivery of engineering projects.
EX4. Experience in planning, developing, and implementing engineering projects.
If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)
OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION
AOC1. Eligibility for certification as a professional engineer in Canada with specialization in an engineering specialty relevant to the position (some positions may require eligibility for certification as a professional engineer in Canada without regard for the field of specialization).
AOC2. Certification as a professional engineer in Canada with specialization in an engineering specialty relevant to the position (some positions may require certification as a professional engineer in Canada without regard for the field of specialization).
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Experience
AEX1. Experience in managing human resources.
AEX2. Experience in managing financial resources.
AEX3. Experience in leadership.
AEX4. Experience with navy weapon systems and munitions such as the: design, functioning, test methodologies and processes.
AEX5. Experience applying engineering principles to interpret standards, regulations and relevant legislation.
AEX6. Experience leading and conducting technical studies, investigations, and projects.
AEX7. Experience in Maritime and Arctic related fields or projects.
AEX8. Experience aboard a Naval vessel in a Combat Systems Engineering role.
AEX9. Experience in the design, installation, or support of combat systems for the maritime environment.
AEX10. Experience with Data Transformation Services for database architectures.
AEX11. Experience in program management.
AEX12. Experience in project management.
AEX13. Experience in technical advice in existing and emergent C2 subject areas, such as cloud networking, digital identity management, DCS, Zero Trust architecture or HF/LF technology.
AEX14. Experience with training simulators.
AEX15. Experience in a land equipment engineering and maintenance environment.
AEX16. Experience writing a Statement of Work (SOW) and Technical Requirements Specification.
AEX17. Experience working in a complex technology with challenging integration and interoperability goals.
AEX18. Experience with various architecture domains within a complex technology ecosystem.
The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)
Various language requirements
- Bilingual Imperative (BBB/BBB, CBC/CBC)
- English Essential
- French Essential
Information on language requirements
Second Language Writing Skills Self-Assessment
In order to help you decide if you should apply to a bilingual position, an optional self-assessment of your writing skills in your second official language is available for you to take before completing your application.
For More Information, Please Consult
Unsupervised Internet Test of Second Language Writing Skills
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COMPETENCIES
C1. Demonstrating integrity and respect
C2. Thinking things through
C3. Working effectively with others
C4. Showing initiative and being action oriented
C5. Communication
The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)
Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women
Information on employment equity
The Department of National Defence is committed to providing an environment where justice, fairness and the elimination of barriers helps build a skilled, diverse and representative workforce reflective of Canada. We welcome diversity in all its forms, promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply. Please note that preference for hiring will first be given to candidates who are members of the above mentioned designated groups.
In support of Strong, Secure, Engaged (SSE) initiative #24, consideration may be given to the spouses or common-law partners of Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members.
Managers may establish operational requirements specific to the position being staffed. These requirements will be communicated to the candidates considered for that specific appointment.
Conditions of employment
Various security requirements: Reliability, Secret
Managers may establish other conditions of employment specific to the position being staffed. These conditions will be communicated to the candidates considered for that specific appointment.
Other information
The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.
Information on employment equity
If there are limitations or special circumstances preventing you from submitting your application via the PSRS online portal, you must contact us and receive approval to apply via an alternate means PRIOR to the closing date.
▶ Depending On The Position Being Staffed
↪ Additional qualifications, operational requirements and/or conditions of employment may be required
↪ Varying degrees of breadth and depth of experience may be deemed essential
↪ Asset Qualifications May Be Invoked As Essential Qualifications
↪ You may be contacted and asked to submit information or be further assessed
▶ Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.
▶ Candidates will be asked to provide proof of education or eligibility for certification.
▶ A variety of assessment tools may be used. This may include application screening, interviews, role play scenarios, written assessments, reference checks, board knowledge, interactions with internal staff during the process, etc.
↪ Please note that your overall conduct and communications, including email correspondence, throughout the entire process may be used in the assessment of qualifications and competencies.
▶ Top down selection may be used during any stage of the selection process.
▶ Appointment decisions may be based on one or more of the following criteria:
↪ Matching of the individual's experience or qualifications to the strengths and weaknesses of the work team;
↪ Matching of the individual's experience or qualifications to the specific duties of the position being staffed;
↪ Depth, breadth, type of work-specific experience;
↪ Level/degree of one or more competencies/qualifications;
↪ Organizational Needs.
▶ All information obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to close of process, may be used to evaluate the applicants.
▶ Our organization will only accept on-line applications for this opportunity. Please click “Apply online” to submit your application. Should you have a disability or an exceptional circumstance that requires an alternative application method, please contact us for guidance.
▶ Applicants who apply to this selection process must include in their application a valid email address and make sure that this address is functional at all times and accepts messages from unknown users.
▶ The term “Aboriginal” is used within this job advertisement as it relates to the Employment Equity Act and other legislative frameworks. The term “Indigenous” is used where possible, in alignment with the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
Preference
Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.
Information on the preference to veterans
We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
