Life Cycle Management Technologist and Senior Program Lead for Electronics

Life Cycle Management Technologist and Senior Program Lead for Electronics (EL-06/07) National Defence- ADM (CIO) Closing date: March 31, 2026 - 23:59, Pacific Time Selection process number 25-DND-EA-NAST-542277-1 Location Kingston (Ontario), National Capital Region - Other locations (Ontario) Salary $89,141 to $120,446 - EL-06 ($89,141 to $110,468), EL-07 ($97,664 to $120,446) Who can apply Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad. Organization information For further information on the organization, please visit National Defence. Duties Verify project directives to ensure compliance with applicable policies. Modify existing network infrastructure designs and update documentation, including “as-built” diagrams. Supervise a team of 3–10 personnel. Operate a wide range of test equipment for data collection and analysis, including radio frequency (RF) receivers, signal analyzers, thermal analysis tools, and antenna configurations. Operate and maintain radio frequency (RF) measurement systems and communication equipment. Prepare technical reports for clients and provide guidance in accordance with policy. Conduct technical investigations, trials, and experiments on electronic communication systems and equipment. Work environment The Department of National Defence (DND) is one of the largest federal government employers, offering over 70 types of civilian career opportunities. DND's role is to provide services and support to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) in their operations and missions at home and abroad. The civilian workforce is an essential part of the Defence Team. Your knowledge and expertise contribute to the overall mission. What we offer 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 purpose of this process is to staff approximately 15 EL-06 positions and 8 EL-07 positions on an indeterminate (permanent) basis within the National Capital Region. Positions may be designated as English Essential or Bilingual and will require various security clearance levels. Please note: all roles involve full-time onsite work across multiple locations, which may require flexibility for regular travel. A pool of partially or essentially qualified candidates may be established through this process and used to staff identical or similar positions with various employment tenures (temporary and permanent), language profiles, operational requirements, and conditions of employment at the Department of National Defence. Conditions of employment Operational Requirements Willing and able to work overtime as required. Willing and able to work on weekends, holidays, and be on-call for emergencies. Willing and able to travel within Canada and internationally, as required. Willing and able to perform physically demanding tasks including safely lifting and carrying up to 40kg, climbing ladders and structures, spending prolonged periods on step ladders and working aloft, bending, and stooping. Willing and able to work in cramped and/or awkward positions, where flexibility of movement is limited. Willing and able to utilize Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and adopt Protective Health Measures (PHMs). Willing and able to engage in field work in inclement weather on an occasional basis for extended periods of time. Depending on the position being staffed, some additional Operational requirements may be required as well as some of the operational requirements listed may be used as conditions of employment. If this is the case, we will communicate with qualified candidates to inform them of any additional Operational Requirements or Conditions of Employment in order to determine interest for these opportunities and assess/confirm whether these additional requirements are met. You need (essential for the job) Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following: Essential qualifications are qualifications that you must meet in order to be considered for the position. This means that when you apply, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience listed below. Education A secondary school diploma; and Completion of an acceptable training program in electronics technology (see note) or the employer-approved alternative. An acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience. Note: Normally, an acceptable training program in electronics technology involves the completion of two to three years of post‑secondary study in this subject. Experience Experience supervising a team of three (3) or more people. Experience in the development, testing, and installation of satellite communications systems, Radio Frequency (RF), electronic infrastructure, or cryptographic or Video‑Audio‑Data equipment. Experience as a technologist with complex troubleshooting of electronic equipment and systems. Experience managing or maintaining electrical or electronic equipment on modern, complex, highly integrated electro‑mechanical or electronic equipment and systems. EL‑07 ONLY Significant experience managing or maintaining electrical or electronic equipment on modern, complex, highly integrated electro‑mechanical or electronic equipment and systems. Experience providing strategic and technical advice and recommendations to senior management. Note: Defined as approximately four (4) years cumulative experience within an electronic or mechanical equipment environment. For government officials, senior executives are defined as director level (EX‑01, EX‑01 equivalent, or Col/Capt(N) or above). For industry, senior executives are defined as Director or Vice‑President and above. Applied / assessed at a later date Competencies C1: Demonstrating Integrity and Respect C2: Thinking Things Through C3: Working Effectively with Others C4: Showing Initiative and Being Action Oriented C5: Communication Language requirements (essential for the job) Applied / assessed at a later date May be applied / assessed at a later date Asset Education Certified Electronic Technologist designation (CET). Successful completion of courses in Radio Frequency (RF) or Microwave theory and measurement techniques. Completion of an acceptable training program in electronics technology with specialization in communications, control, computer, robotics, or mechatronics. Asset Experience Experience with microprocessors and microcontrollers, in an academic or professional setting. Experience with programming languages, such as, but not limited to C, C++, Python, or Assembly in an academic or professional setting. Experience with AutoCAD, OrCAD, MS Visio, PCB printer, Altium, or Diptrace in an academic or professional setting. Experience in completing cost estimates. Experience with supply chain or cataloguing systems, including SAP-based interfaces, in government, military, or commercial environments. Experience with lifecycle management of technical materials or assets. Experience in selection of appropriate test instruments to verify satellite or Radio Frequency (RF) communication equipment. Experience in end‑to‑end troubleshooting of complex Radio Frequency (RF) systems. Experience in assembling, testing, and maintaining satellite or Radio Frequency (RF) communication electronic equipment in government, military, or commercial environments. Experience in conducting technical investigations, trials, or experiments on Satellite or Radio Frequency (RF) communication systems and equipment and assisting in the development of technical solutions. Experience in multiple phases of lifecycle management of satellite communication systems and ground support equipment in government, military, and commercial contexts. Experience with custom building and installation of Radio Frequency (RF) and data cables for strategic satellite or communication systems in secure or specialized environments. Experience in dealing with installation and maintenance procedures (preventive and corrective) of Canadian Forces Strategic Satellite equipment over the last 3 years. Experience in maintaining, installing or designing various communication cabling systems, infrastructure, and cryptographic equipment, including secure or shielded systems such as TEMPEST. Experience managing or safeguarding cryptographic material or secure communications systems in government, military, or commercial environments. Experience working in a mixed military and civilian environment. Experience in the design, installation, and modification of various communication cabling systems, infrastructure, and cryptographic equipment, including knowledge or application of emissions security principles. Experience in planning, designing, developing and managing the implementation of complex strategic radio communication systems in the High and Low Frequency bands. Experience in reviewing and analyzing existing deficiencies in asset structures, systems, and equipment, and developing solutions to address both current and future needs. Experience in analyzing the suitability of future technologies and assessing the feasibility of their implementation and integration. Experience establishing and maintaining working relationships with partners in support of High Frequency Radio Capability’s or similar strategic communication systems. Experience consulting and liaising with government departments, defence industry, academic institutions, or international partners to provide technical expertise on subject matter. Experience designing, developing, testing, and supporting Video‑Audio‑Data and Network systems in secure or sensitive environments. Experience providing technical advice on videoconferencing technologies in secure or general environments to management or partners. Experience as an audio visual (AV) technology specialist. Our commitment We're 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 contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential. The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self‑declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply. The Department of National Defence is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive team that reflects Canada's population. To achieve a representative workforce, selection may be based on qualified candidates self‑declaring as belonging to one or more of the designated groups: Indigenous Peoples, members of visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and women. We encourage you to indicate if you belong to any of the designated groups when you apply. As a means to support our military families, consideration may first be given to the spouses or common‑law partners of serving Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members. 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. We'd like to thank all those who apply. 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