Radio Frequency (RF) Communications Specialist - NETE
About The Position
Weir Marine Engineering (WME), as part of our long-term contract to manage and operate the Naval Engineering Test Establishment (NETE), has an opportunity for a Radio Frequency (RF) Communications Specialist. In this role, and working with other NETE team members, you will conduct requirements analysis, investigate technical options and provide technical expertise to support the planning and oversight of the Canadian Armed Forces High Frequency Low Frequency Radio Capability (HFLFRC) project, and other similar modernization initiatives. The HFLFRC project is part of Canada’s effort to modernize and improve the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) capability.
Requirements
- Knowledge of antenna theory, RF ionospheric propagation, and designing, simulating, analyzing, modelling and testing antennas.
- Expertise with VLF/LF/MF/HF transmitters, receivers and antenna systems.
- Experience in design, simulating and testing radio systems and amplifiers.
- Knowledge of various RF tools and post processing software.
- Knowledge of electrical schematic diagrams, mechanical drawings, and system block diagrams.
- Strong understanding of project management principles.
- Excellent English writing skills and experience preparing technical documentation, reports, presentations, and correspondence.
- Fast learner, proactive, responsive, organized, self-driven, takes pride in their work, pays attention to detail and can work autonomously.
- Able to work in a collaborative, team environment with team members located across the country.
- Canadian citizenship, with 10 or more years residing in Canada with no periods longer than six continuous months out of country, is absolutely necessary as part of the requirements to obtain a government security clearance to the minimum level of Secret.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience supporting the Royal Canadian Navy in communications engineering, whether from within DND or from industry, would be a strong asset.
Responsibilities
- Leading and supporting technical investigations and studies into future communications technologies in support of Canada’s strategic HF/LF capabilities. Technologies include, but are not limited to, external communications systems supporting national and allied communications requirements in the Low Frequency (LF), Medium Frequency (MF) and High Frequency (HF) bands, and potentially Very Low Frequency (VLF).
- Providing technical expertise related to external communications including, but not limited to, LF/MF/HF transmitters, receivers and antenna systems.
- Advise and assist with the development of high level logical and physical communications systems topology and architecture views.
- Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Vacation, personal days, holidays, and parental leaves
- Comprehensive Family Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
- A Wellness Spending Account to aid in your wellness journey
- Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- A Registered Retirement Savings Plan that includes matching company contributions that also includes access to Financial Advisors providing investment advice and comprehensive financial planning
- Access to development resources to enhance your skills and/or advance your career
- Education Assistance Program
- Reimbursement for a professional membership
- Self-directed Mentoring
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
