Opportunity Always loved numbers? Want to use financial skills in a unique environment? Then this is the job for you! As a Financial Services Administrator, you’ll help to keep the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) running smoothly. Financial Services Administrators are responsible for some of the most important details in a CAF member’s life, such as making sure they are compensated for travel-associated expenditures and providing financial support to the organization. Overview As a Financial Services Administrator you will provide financial assistance and budget resources support to all military activities. The primary duties of a Financial Services Administrator are to provide: Financial administration and services General office bookkeeping Accounts payable and accounts receivable support Budget management services To be eligible to apply to the CAF, you must: Be a Canadian citizen 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 Secondaire IV in Quebec (some jobs need higher levels of education) Work Environment Financial Services Administrators are employed at all CAF bases in Canada, on ships and overseas, in support of Canadian Army, Royal Canadian Navy or Royal Canadian Air Force operations. They may also serve in special operation units, medical organizations, recruiting offices, schools, reserve units, NATO/UN positions and other specialized units throughout the CAF. Opportunities are also available with embassies in countries where Canada has a military attaché. Basic Military Qualification The first stage of training is the Basic Military Qualification course, or Basic Training, held at the Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Québec, or through various training establishments across Canada from Esquimalt, British Columbia, to Halifax, Nova Scotia. This training provides the basic core skills and knowledge common to all trades. One main goal of this course is to ensure all recruits maintain the CAF physical fitness standard; as a result, the training is physically demanding but achievable. Basic Occupational Qualification Training The Financial Services Administrator attends the Canadian Forces Logistics Training Centre in Borden, Ontario. Training takes approximately 12 weeks and includes: Briefing on financial authority, regulations and financial structure Accounting 101 Processing vendor invoices, payables and receivables Initiating, processing and finalizing claims Administering support to operations Assisting members with credit card application and reconciliation Reconciling departmental travel expenditures Providing support to personnel management Maintaining budgets and business plans Specialty Training Financial Services Administrators may be offered the opportunity to develop specialized skills through formal courses and/or on-the-job training, including: Cashier Non-Public Funds Administration Aviation Petroleum, Oil, and Lubrication Financial Administration Compliance and Verification Advanced Training As they progress in their career, Financial Services Administrators who demonstrate the required ability and potential may be offered advanced training. Available courses include: Verification Manager Business Planning Civilian Personnel Management Education The minimum required education to apply for this position is the completion of the provincial requirements for Grade 10 or Secondary IV in Quebec with Grade 10 Applied Math (Math 416 / CST 4 in Quebec) and Grade 10 (Secondary IV) English or French. Basic training and military occupation training is required before being assigned. Join the CAF To learn more about becoming a Financial Services Administrator, visit talk to a recruiter at a centre nearest you or call 1-800-856-8488. Explore over 100 different career opportunities at
Opportunity Are you an engineer looking to become a leader in your field? As an Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Officer in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), you’ll sharpen your skills to their finest point through unique conditions and changing environments. Overview
Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Officers maintain and support all Army equipment and land-based equipment of the Royal Canadian Navy and the Royal Canadian Air Force. They are commissioned members of the Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Branch of the CAF. Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Officers lead the soldier technicians who keep equipment in top condition and work in every equipment life-cycle phase, from design, evaluation and acquisition, to in-service support, to eventual disposal. They use their specialized engineering knowledge to lead a team of highly skilled technicians in the Vehicle, Weapon, Electronic-Optronic and Materials occupations. 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 12 or Secondaire V in Quebec (some jobs need higher levels of education). Paid Education Options Regular Officer Training Plan Since Regular Force CAF officers are required to obtain a university degree, the CAF will pay successful recruits to complete a bachelor’s program in the Royal Military College system. Recruits will receive full-time salaries, including medical and dental benefits, and paid vacation time, in exchange for working in the CAF for a period of time. Typically, candidates enter the Canadian Military College system as officer cadets and they study subjects relevant to both their military and academic careers. In rare instances, based on the needs of the CAF, candidates may be approved to attend another Canadian university, determined on a case-by-case basis. If you want to apply for this program, you must apply to the CAF. It is highly recommended to apply to other Canadian universities of your choice should you not be accepted for the Regular Officer Training Plan. Work Environment Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Officers are employed at bases and garrisons across Canada and deployed on operations around the world. In the field or on deployment, they may work outdoors. Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Officers are generally posted to a large workshop to start, where they lead a group of up to 30 technicians who maintain a wide range of equipment. Under the guidance and supervision of more senior officers, they make the technical, administrative and training decisions for their team. Basic Military Officer Qualification
After enrolment, you attend Basic Training at the Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, for 12 weeks. Topics covered include: General Military Knowledge The Principles of Leadership Regulations and Customs of the Forces Basic Weapons Handling First Aid Opportunities will also be provided to apply such newly acquired military skills in training exercises involving force protection, field training, navigation and leadership. A rigorous physical fitness program is a vital part of Basic Training to ensure all recruits maintain the CAF physical fitness standard; as a result, the training is physically demanding but achievable. Following Basic Training, second official language training may be offered to you. Training could take from two to nine months to complete depending on your ability in your second language. After Basic Training, Engineer Officers attend the Infantry School at the Combat Training Centre in Gagetown, New Brunswick. They build upon their previous training and develop the skills required of all Army officers, including more advanced weapons handling, field craft and section-level tactics. They also continue the rigorous fitness training and sports program. Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Training Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Officers then apply their engineering and field skills to military technology and maintenance operations. Through classroom instruction and practical work, they will learn topics like: Maintenance Engineering Requirements of Combat and Special-Purpose Vehicles Land Weapons, Electronic and Optronic Sensors Instrumentation and Communications Systems Safe Handling and Storage of Petroleum Products and Ammunition Throughout the final stages of training, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Officers learn the tactical deployment of a Maintenance Company comprising about 200 soldier maintainers and 100 vehicles. They control and plan the workload of a maintenance organization and handle the unit-level personnel administration. Specialty Training Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Officers may be offered the opportunity to develop specialized skills through formal courses and on-the-job training for topics like: Ammunition Technical Officer Nuclear Engineering Guided Weapons Systems Available Advanced TrainingAs they progress in their career, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Officers who demonstrate the required ability and potential may be offered advanced training. Available courses include Advanced Ammunition Engineering. Direct Entry Officer Plan 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 place you directly into the necessary on-the-job training program following Basic Training. Basic Training is required before being assigned. Join the CAF To learn more about becoming an Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Officer, visit talk to a recruiter at a centre near you or call 1-800-856-8488. Explore over 100 different career opportunities at
Opportunity Are you a problem-solver looking for a challenging job that supports others? Engineer Officers in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) serve as central figures in every military mission to help the Army live, move and fight. Overview
Engineer Officers are members of the Corps of Royal Canadian Engineers. Together with the Armour, Infantry and Artillery, Engineer Officers are an integral part of the Combat Arms. The primary responsibility of Engineer Officers is combat readiness. They are responsible for the following: Constructing Habitable Camps Breaching Minefields Using Explosives to Destroy Roads/Bridges Constructing Bridges/Ferries Building Combat Roads Disposing of Explosives Constructing Obstacles 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 12 or Secondaire V in Quebec (some jobs need higher levels of education). Paid Education Options Regular Officer Training Plan Since Regular Force CAF officers are required to obtain a university degree, the CAF will pay successful recruits to complete a bachelor's program in the Royal Military College system. Recruits will receive full-time salaries, including medical and dental benefits, and paid vacation time, in exchange for working in the CAF for a period of time. Typically, candidates enter the Canadian Military College system as officer cadets and they study subjects relevant to both their military and academic careers. In rare instances, based on the needs of the CAF, candidates may be approved to attend another Canadian University, determined on a case-by-case basis. If you want to apply for this program, you must apply to the CAF. It is highly recommended to apply to other Canadian universities of your choice should you not be accepted for the Regular Officer Training Plan. Work Environment Engineer Officers are employed at bases and stations across Canada and deployed on operations around the world. They experience the unique adventures and challenges that come with working in different environments and in various terrains and climates, including Arctic tundra, tropical jungles, deserts, mountains, urban complexes and more. Basic Military Officer Qualification
After enrolment, you attend Basic Training at the Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, for 12 weeks. Topics covered include: General Military Knowledge The Principles of Leadership Regulations and Customs of the Forces Basic Weapons Handling First Aid Opportunities will also be provided to apply such newly acquired military skills in training exercises involving force protection, field training, navigation and leadership. A rigorous physical fitness program is a vital part of Basic Training to ensure all recruits maintain the CAF physical fitness standard; as a result, the training is physically demanding but achievable. Following Basic Training, official second language training may be offered to you. Training could take from two to nine months to complete depending on your ability in your second language. After Basic Training, Engineer Officers attend the Infantry School at the Combat Training Centre in Gagetown, New Brunswick. They build upon their previous training and develop the skills required of all Combat Arms soldiers, including more advanced weapons handling, field craft and section-level tactics. Engineer Officer Training Engineer Officers attend the Canadian Forces School of Military Engineering in Gagetown, New Brunswick. For the first two and a half months, training focuses on basic combat engineering skills, including topics like: Basic Demolitions Mine Warfare Obstacle Construction Field Fortifications Dismounted Infantry Tactics at the Platoon Level A final three-week field deployment to assess the Officer’s ability to lead a troop The final nine months of training concentrates on reconnaissance, planning and troop-level combat engineer tasks. Topics include: Bridge Building Minefield Construction Booby-Trap Clearance Route Denial Bridge Demolition Combat Road Repair and Construction Defensive Works Timber and Rope Field Machines Destruction of Battlefield Munitions Construction of Temporary Camps Breaching Various Obstacles in the Face of the Enemy A final comprehensive four-week field deployment to assess all skills Specialty Training Engineer Officers may be offered the opportunity to develop specialized skills through formal courses and on-the-job training for topics like: Mapping and Geodesic Support to Joint Operations Infrastructure Engineering to Garrison and Deployed Installations Technical Engineering to Support the Procurement and Management of Equipment Direct Entry Officer Plan 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 place you directly into the necessary on-the-job training program following Basic Training. Basic Training is required before being assigned. Join the CAF To learn more about becoming an Engineer Officer, visit talk to a recruiter at a centre near you or call 1-800-856-8488. Explore over 100 different career opportunities at
Opportunity
Are you looking for a fast-paced job with the opportunity to work with some of the most advanced communication and computer systems in the world? As a Naval Communicator in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), you’ll play an integral role on Canadian destroyers, frigates and submarines.
Overview
Naval Communicators establish and manage all external voice, radio teletype and data circuits to provide real-time tactical information in support of operations. They maintain communications with national and allied networks over radio frequencies required for mission coordination, using tactical line-of-sight, long-range and satellite communications. Their primary duties include:
Radio-teletype
Computer networking
Satellite, tactical voice and visual communications
Classified and unclassified computer networks
Computer-based message processing networks
Radio communication control systems
Supporting high-speed data and imagery exchanges
Tactical signalling and ship manoeuvring advisory
Encoding and decoding signals
Naval Communicators work with their fellow shipmates in out-of-occupation duties such as watch-keeper or sentry. They may also act as line handlers or ship-hands for entering and leaving the harbour. They participate in search and rescue events, take part in emergency response for security watches and routinely perform ship maintenance and repairs. If necessary, a Naval Communicator may serve as a member of the Naval Boarding Party to inspect the cargo of suspect vessels and detain the vessel’s crew during inspections.
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 Reserves—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 Secondaire IV in Québec (some jobs need higher levels of education).
Work Environment
While on board ships, Naval Communicators experience the unique adventures and challenges that come with work at sea, such as rough waters and shift work. They work primarily in the Communications Control Room, Operations Room, on the Bridge and the Flag Deck.
When employed ashore, Naval Communicators work in office-like conditions in a high-security environment, typically a restricted-access communications facility. They may work in various duties, such as providing communications support to ships and shore establishments, assisting in the communications flow in Naval Radio Stations, or instructing in Recruit, Leadership or Communication Schools.
Basic Military Qualification
The first stage of training is the Basic Military Qualification course, or Basic Training, held at the Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Québec, or through various training establishments across Canada from Esquimalt, British Columbia, to Halifax, Nova Scotia. This training provides the basic core skills and knowledge common to all trades. One main goal of this course is to ensure all recruits maintain the CAF physical fitness standard; as a result, the training is physically demanding but achievable.
Naval Environmental TrainingNaval recruits attend Naval Fleet School Pacific in Esquimalt, British Columbia, or Naval Fleet School Atlantic in Halifax, Nova Scotia, for approximately five weeks. Training includes the following topics:
Perform General Duties in the Naval Environment
Perform as a Member of the Force Protection Team
Perform as a Member of the Damage Control Organization
Carry Out Survival Drills
Naval Communicator Training
Naval Communicators attend Naval Fleet School Pacific in Esquimalt, British Columbia. Training takes around 29 weeks and includes:
Communications security
Information systems security
Basic communication procedures, such as:
Basic radio theory and computer skills
A Plus and Network Plus curriculum
Keyboarding and message processing
Frequency management
Operating radio communication equipment
Fleet manoeuvring
Available Specialty Training
Naval Communicators may be offered the opportunity to develop specialized skills through formal courses and on-the-job training for topics like:
Naval Boarding Party
Basic Submarine Qualification
Ship’s Team Diver
Instructional Techniques
Available Advanced Training
As they progress in their career, Naval Communicators who demonstrate the required ability and potential may be offered advanced training. Available courses include:
Computer Operation (Message Handling)
Local Area Network Administrator
Advanced Cryptography
Communications Policy Directive Planning and Implementation
Tactical Communication Plan Preparation and Execution
Communications Security
Information Systems Security
Frequency Management
Advanced Fleet Tactical Manoeuvring
Leadership and Management
Required Education
The minimum required education to apply for this position is the completion of the provincial requirements for Grade 10 or Secondaire IV in Québec. Foreign education may be accepted.
Direct Entry Plan
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 place you directly into the necessary on-the-job training program following basic training. Basic training is required before being assigned.
Join the CAF
To learn more about becoming a Naval Communicator, visit talk to a recruiter at a centre near you or call 1-800-856-8488.
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Opportunity Are you interested in engineering and working hands-on with aircraft? A career in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) as an Aviation Systems Technician lets you handle, service and maintain CAF aircraft, ground equipment and associated support facilities. Overview
Aviation Systems Technicians are responsible for maintaining aircraft aviation systems, like propulsion, airframe, basic electrical and all related components, as well as: Testing, inspecting and repairing aviation systems Performing quality assurance checks Preparing and maintaining aircraft forms and statistical data Performing first-line servicing tasks such as marshalling, parking, towing, starting, refuelling, cleaning and de-icing Operating aircraft support equipment 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 Secondaire IV in Quebec (some jobs need higher levels of education) Paid Education Options Non-commissioned Subsidized Training and Education Program Because this position requires specialty training, the CAF will pay successful recruits to attend the diploma program at an approved Canadian college. Non-commissioned Subsidized Training and Education Program students attend Basic Training and on-the-job training during the summer months. They receive full-time salaries, including medical and dental care, along with full pay in exchange for working with the CAF for a period of time. If you choose to apply to this program, you must apply both to the CAF and the appropriate college. Work Environment Aviation Systems Technicians work at air bases in aircraft maintenance organizations, in maintenance hangers, in airborne aircraft and on the flight line. They may also work with tactical helicopter field units and on ships. Technicians will sometimes be required to work shifts and periods of overtime and can work in CAF wings and bases within Canada, the Arctic, and locations around the world in response to NATO and UN commitments. Basic Military Qualification The first stage of training is the Basic Military Qualification course, or Basic Training, held at the Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Québec, or through various training establishments across Canada from Esquimalt, British Columbia, to Halifax, Nova Scotia. This training provides the basic core skills and knowledge common to all trades. One main goal of this course is to ensure all recruits maintain the CAF physical fitness standard; as a result, the training is physically demanding but achievable.
Aviation Systems Technicians Training Aviation Systems Technicians attend training at the Canadian Forces School of Aerospace Technology and Engineering in Borden, Ontario, where they complete Common Core: eight weeks of common mechanical and aircraft servicing training. After some time at a squadron, they will return to Canadian Forces School of Aerospace Technology and Engineering and take their Trade Training over 23 weeks. This includes: Theory of flight (fixed and rotary wing) Basic electrical Aircraft structures Propulsion systems Wiring and soldering Aircraft servicing Aircraft instrumentation Aircraft publications Aircraft safety Flight controls Hydraulic, fuel, brake and de-icing systems Environment control systems Available Specialty Training Aviation Systems Technicians may be offered the opportunity to develop specialized skills through formal courses and on-the-job training for topics like: Instructional Technique Aircraft Specific Type Courses Aircraft Engine Type Courses Life Cycle Materiel Management Aircraft Fluid Handling Corrosion Identification and Control Technical Writing Technical Inspection and Quality Assurance Flight Safety Investigators Course Available Advanced Training As they progress in their career, Aviation Systems Technicians who demonstrate the required ability and potential may be offered advanced training. Available courses include: Technical Administration Leadership and Management Courses Required Education The minimum required education to apply for this position is the completion of the provincial requirements for Grade 10 or Secondaire IV in Quebec, including: Grade 10 Applied Math (Mathématiques 416 or Cultural, Social and Technical 4)Foreign education may be accepted. Direct Entry Officer 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 an Aviation Systems Technician, visit talk to a recruiter at a centre near you or call 1-800-856-8488. Explore over 100 different career opportunities at
Opportunity
Do you love the sea? Want a career where you can work with your hands? As a Marine Technician in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), you’ll be responsible for operating and maintaining highly technical propulsion, mechanical and power generation systems on Royal Canadian Navy warships. Overview
Marine Technicians are trained to specialize in either the mechanical or electrical fields as their careers progress. Primarily, they operate all marine systems engineering equipment onboard the ship, troubleshoot failures, advise command on limitations and complete repairs as required to restore system function. They execute and track maintenance schedules, respond to emergencies as the onboard experts in firefighting and damage control, participate in helicopter crash rescue and act as the ship’s metal workers to carry out burning, welding and machining. Marine Technicians will gain in-depth knowledge of the following: Propulsion gas turbines and diesel engines Generators and power distribution systems Hydraulic equipment and systems Electronic machinery control systems Fitted and portable damage control and firefighting equipment Refrigeration, air conditioning and ventilation equipment Fuel and other liquid management systems 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 Reserves—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 Secondaire IV in Québec (some jobs need higher levels of education). Paid Education Options Non-commissioned Member (NCM) Subsidized Training and Education Program (STEP) Because this position requires specialty training, the CAF will pay successful recruits to attend the diploma program at an approved Canadian college. NCM STEP students attend basic training and on-the-job training during the summer months. They receive full-time salaries, including medical and dental care, along with full pay in exchange for working with the CAF for a period of time. If you choose to apply to this program, you must apply both to the CAF and the appropriate college. Work Environment Marine Technicians spend much of their career on board ships based in either Halifax, Nova Scotia, or Esquimalt, British Columbia. They will work in limited light conditions and small spaces. They may also work on open deck surfaces in a variety of weather conditions to repair or maintain equipment. Marine Technicians usually work a regular day-shift schedule. Basic Military Qualification
The first stage of training is the Basic Military Qualification course, or Basic Training, held at the Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Québec, or through various training establishments across Canada from Esquimalt, British Columbia, to Halifax, Nova Scotia. This training provides the basic core skills and knowledge common to all trades. One main goal of this course is to ensure all recruits maintain the CAF physical fitness standard; as a result, the training is physically demanding but achievable. Naval Environmental Training
Naval recruits attend Naval Fleet School Pacific in Esquimalt, British Columbia, or Naval Fleet School Atlantic in Halifax, Nova Scotia, for approximately five weeks. Training includes the following topics: Perform General Duties in the Naval Environment Perform as a Member of the Force Protection Team Perform as a Member of the Damage Control Organization Carry Out Survival Drills Marine Technician Training
Marine Technicians attend Naval Fleet School Pacific in Esquimalt, British Columbia. Training takes several months and includes: Basic Mechanical, Electrical and Hull Systems Theory Basic Preventive and Corrective Maintenance for Marine Systems The Conduct of Propulsion and Ancillary Rounds Equipment Flash-Up and Shut-Down Procedures Basic Emergency Responses to Equipment Failures Emergency Burning and Welding Equipment and Procedures Repair of Watertight and Non-Watertight Closures Available Specialty Training
Marine Technicians may be offered the opportunity to develop specialized skills through formal courses and on-the-job training for topics like: Helicopter Crash Rescue Firefighting Welding Fabrication / Machining Diesel Inspection Gas Turbine Maintenance Available Advanced Training As they progress in their career, Marine Technicians who demonstrate the required ability and potential may be offered advanced training. Available courses include: Advanced Mechanical or Electrical Preventive / Corrective Maintenance Plant Operation and Watch Supervision Advanced Firefighting / Damage Control Refit Management Equipment Lifecycle Management Maintenance Management Required EducationThe minimum required education to apply for this position is the completion of provincial requirements for Grade 10 or Secondary IV in Quebec, including: Grade 10 Academic Math (Mathématiques 426 or CST 4); or Grade 12 Applied Math (Mathématiques 526 or TS 5 / SN 5) Foreign education may be accepted. A General Educational Development (GED) certificate is only acceptable if the applicant also has grade 10 Academic Math or Grade 12 Applied Math. It is an advantage to have completed a physics course at any level. 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 training criteria for this job and may place you directly into the required on-the-job training program following basic training. Basic training and military occupation training is required before being assigned. Join the CAF To learn more about becoming a Marine Technician, visit talk to a recruiter at a centre near you or call 1-800-856-8488. Explore over 100 different career opportunities at
Opportunity Are you a problem-solver looking for a challenging job that supports others? Engineer Officers in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) serve as central figures in every military mission to help the Army live, move and fight. Overview
Engineer Officers are members of the Corps of Royal Canadian Engineers. Together with the Armour, Infantry and Artillery, Engineer Officers are an integral part of the Combat Arms. The primary responsibility of Engineer Officers is combat readiness. They are responsible for the following: Constructing Habitable Camps Breaching Minefields Using Explosives to Destroy Roads/Bridges Constructing Bridges/Ferries Building Combat Roads Disposing of Explosives Constructing Obstacles 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 12 or Secondaire V in Quebec (some jobs need higher levels of education). Paid Education Options Regular Officer Training Plan Since Regular Force CAF officers are required to obtain a university degree, the CAF will pay successful recruits to complete a bachelor's program in the Royal Military College system. Recruits will receive full-time salaries, including medical and dental benefits, and paid vacation time, in exchange for working in the CAF for a period of time. Typically, candidates enter the Canadian Military College system as officer cadets and they study subjects relevant to both their military and academic careers. In rare instances, based on the needs of the CAF, candidates may be approved to attend another Canadian University, determined on a case-by-case basis. If you want to apply for this program, you must apply to the CAF. It is highly recommended to apply to other Canadian universities of your choice should you not be accepted for the Regular Officer Training Plan. Work Environment Engineer Officers are employed at bases and stations across Canada and deployed on operations around the world. They experience the unique adventures and challenges that come with working in different environments and in various terrains and climates, including Arctic tundra, tropical jungles, deserts, mountains, urban complexes and more. Basic Military Officer Qualification
After enrolment, you attend Basic Training at the Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, for 12 weeks. Topics covered include: General Military Knowledge The Principles of Leadership Regulations and Customs of the Forces Basic Weapons Handling First Aid Opportunities will also be provided to apply such newly acquired military skills in training exercises involving force protection, field training, navigation and leadership. A rigorous physical fitness program is a vital part of Basic Training to ensure all recruits maintain the CAF physical fitness standard; as a result, the training is physically demanding but achievable. Following Basic Training, official second language training may be offered to you. Training could take from two to nine months to complete depending on your ability in your second language. After Basic Training, Engineer Officers attend the Infantry School at the Combat Training Centre in Gagetown, New Brunswick. They build upon their previous training and develop the skills required of all Combat Arms soldiers, including more advanced weapons handling, field craft and section-level tactics. Engineer Officer Training Engineer Officers attend the Canadian Forces School of Military Engineering in Gagetown, New Brunswick. For the first two and a half months, training focuses on basic combat engineering skills, including topics like: Basic Demolitions Mine Warfare Obstacle Construction Field Fortifications Dismounted Infantry Tactics at the Platoon Level A final three-week field deployment to assess the Officer’s ability to lead a troop The final nine months of training concentrates on reconnaissance, planning and troop-level combat engineer tasks. Topics include: Bridge Building Minefield Construction Booby-Trap Clearance Route Denial Bridge Demolition Combat Road Repair and Construction Defensive Works Timber and Rope Field Machines Destruction of Battlefield Munitions Construction of Temporary Camps Breaching Various Obstacles in the Face of the Enemy A final comprehensive four-week field deployment to assess all skills Specialty Training Engineer Officers may be offered the opportunity to develop specialized skills through formal courses and on-the-job training for topics like: Mapping and Geodesic Support to Joint Operations Infrastructure Engineering to Garrison and Deployed Installations Technical Engineering to Support the Procurement and Management of Equipment Direct Entry Officer Plan 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 place you directly into the necessary on-the-job training program following Basic Training. Basic Training is required before being assigned. Join the CAF To learn more about becoming an Engineer Officer, visit talk to a recruiter at a centre near you or call 1-800-856-8488. Explore over 100 different career opportunities at
Opportunity Are you looking for a rewarding leadership role that puts your engineering expertise to the test? A career as a Marine Systems Engineering Officer in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) lets you lead a team to help keep our ships in top form. Overview
Marine Systems Engineering Officers are responsible for the readiness, operation and maintenance of the following: Propulsion and Ancillary Systems Power Generation and Distribution Auxiliary Systems Ship Service Systems Ship and Machinery Control Systems Hull Structure Ship Stability Damage Control All System Integration Marine Systems Engineering Officers analyze the state of their systems, equipment and personnel, predict their requirements for naval operations and advise Command accordingly. They support the continued maintenance and renewal of the Fleet with expert engineering advice, project management, equipment acquisition input and training. Their primary role is to provide technical expertise, advice and leadership in support of: Day-to-day naval operations and maintenance of marine systems in ships and submarines The continuous renewal of the Fleet through modernization and replacement of naval marine systems and equipment, including: Design Development Acquisition Construction Disposal Maintenance of infrastructure needed to support naval operations and missions in times of emergency, mobilization and war 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 Reserves—you may be 16 years old (with parental consent) and must be enrolled as a full-time student; Have completed at least Grade 12 or Secondaire V in Québec (some jobs need higher levels of education); Have a Bachelor’s Degree or be working towards one;Ideal candidates will already have a diploma or Red Seal for a related civilian trade. Paid Education Regular Officer Training Plan Due to the requirement for Regular Force CAF officers to obtain a university degree, the CAF will pay successful recruits to complete a bachelor’s program in the Royal Military College System. Recruits will receive full-time salaries, including medical, dental and vacation time, with full pay in exchange for working in the CAF for a period of time. Typically, candidates enter the Canadian Military College System as Officer Cadets, where they study subjects relevant to both their military and academic careers. In rare instances, based on the needs of the CAF, candidates may be approved to attend another Canadian university, determined on a case-by-case basis. If you want to apply for this program, you must apply to the CAF. It is highly recommended to apply to other Canadian universities of your choice should you not be accepted for a Regular Officer Training Plan option. Work Environment Marine Systems Engineering Officers are employed on ships and submarines as the Head of the Marine Systems Engineering Department, where they’re responsible for the leadership and well-being of a large team of technical professionals. Marine Systems Engineering Officers may work in a range of roles in support of the continuous maintenance and renewal of the Fleet. Basic Military Officer Qualification
After enrolment, you will start basic officer training at the Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, for 12 weeks. Topics covered include: General Military Knowledge The Principles of Leadership Regulations and Customs of the Forces Basic Weapons Handling First Aid Opportunities will also be provided to apply such newly acquired military skills in training exercises involving force protection, field training, navigation and leadership. A rigorous physical fitness program is a vital part of basic training to ensure all recruits maintain the CAF physical fitness standard; as a result, the training is physically demanding but achievable. Following basic officer training, official second language training may be offered to you. Training could take from two to nine months to complete depending on your ability in your second language. Naval Officer Training All officer candidates in the Navy attend a nine-week Naval Environmental Training Program held at the Naval Officer Training Centre in Victoria, British Columbia. This course introduces the naval environment and includes four weeks on board a minor war vessel for officers to experience life at sea. Marine Systems Engineering Training Marine Systems Engineers attend the Canadian Forces Naval Engineering School in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The first course, Naval Engineering Indoctrination, lasts 11 weeks and introduces the systems, equipment and personnel present in the two engineering departments of the Naval Fleet. This includes seven weeks on board a major warship. The next course, Marine Systems Engineering Applications, lasts 22 weeks and provides detailed instruction in the theory, application, operation, maintenance, personnel and management of Marine Systems Engineering in the Navy. On completion, officers join the ships of the Fleet for one year to consolidate their skills and knowledge. Available Specialty Training Marine Systems Engineers who demonstrate the required ability and potential may be offered specialized training in the following fields: Marine Propulsion Control System Analysis Cargo Management Vibration Analysis Gas Turbine Engineering Reliability-centered Maintenance Advanced Ship Production Available Advanced Training Marine Systems Engineers may be offered the opportunity to further enhance their credentials through fully funded post-graduate education in Canada or abroad in the following fields: Naval Architecture Marine Engineering Heavy Electrical Engineering Control and Instrumentation Engineering Direct Entry Plan 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 place you directly into the necessary on-the-job training program following basic training. Basic training is required before being assigned. Join the CAF To learn more about becoming a Marine Systems Engineering Officer, visit talk to a recruiter at a centre near you or call 1-800-856-8488. Explore over 100 different career opportunities at
Opportunity Are you a problem-solver looking for a challenging job that supports others? Engineer Officers in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) serve as central figures in every military mission to help the Army live, move and fight. Overview
Engineer Officers are members of the Corps of Royal Canadian Engineers. Together with the Armour, Infantry and Artillery, Engineer Officers are an integral part of the Combat Arms. The primary responsibility of Engineer Officers is combat readiness. They are responsible for the following: Constructing Habitable Camps Breaching Minefields Using Explosives to Destroy Roads/Bridges Constructing Bridges/Ferries Building Combat Roads Disposing of Explosives Constructing Obstacles 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 12 or Secondaire V in Quebec (some jobs need higher levels of education). Paid Education Options Regular Officer Training Plan Since Regular Force CAF officers are required to obtain a university degree, the CAF will pay successful recruits to complete a bachelor's program in the Royal Military College system. Recruits will receive full-time salaries, including medical and dental benefits, and paid vacation time, in exchange for working in the CAF for a period of time. Typically, candidates enter the Canadian Military College system as officer cadets and they study subjects relevant to both their military and academic careers. In rare instances, based on the needs of the CAF, candidates may be approved to attend another Canadian University, determined on a case-by-case basis. If you want to apply for this program, you must apply to the CAF. It is highly recommended to apply to other Canadian universities of your choice should you not be accepted for the Regular Officer Training Plan. Work Environment Engineer Officers are employed at bases and stations across Canada and deployed on operations around the world. They experience the unique adventures and challenges that come with working in different environments and in various terrains and climates, including Arctic tundra, tropical jungles, deserts, mountains, urban complexes and more. Basic Military Officer Qualification
After enrolment, you attend Basic Training at the Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, for 12 weeks. Topics covered include: General Military Knowledge The Principles of Leadership Regulations and Customs of the Forces Basic Weapons Handling First Aid Opportunities will also be provided to apply such newly acquired military skills in training exercises involving force protection, field training, navigation and leadership. A rigorous physical fitness program is a vital part of Basic Training to ensure all recruits maintain the CAF physical fitness standard; as a result, the training is physically demanding but achievable. Following Basic Training, official second language training may be offered to you. Training could take from two to nine months to complete depending on your ability in your second language. After Basic Training, Engineer Officers attend the Infantry School at the Combat Training Centre in Gagetown, New Brunswick. They build upon their previous training and develop the skills required of all Combat Arms soldiers, including more advanced weapons handling, field craft and section-level tactics. Engineer Officer Training Engineer Officers attend the Canadian Forces School of Military Engineering in Gagetown, New Brunswick. For the first two and a half months, training focuses on basic combat engineering skills, including topics like: Basic Demolitions Mine Warfare Obstacle Construction Field Fortifications Dismounted Infantry Tactics at the Platoon Level A final three-week field deployment to assess the Officer’s ability to lead a troop The final nine months of training concentrates on reconnaissance, planning and troop-level combat engineer tasks. Topics include: Bridge Building Minefield Construction Booby-Trap Clearance Route Denial Bridge Demolition Combat Road Repair and Construction Defensive Works Timber and Rope Field Machines Destruction of Battlefield Munitions Construction of Temporary Camps Breaching Various Obstacles in the Face of the Enemy A final comprehensive four-week field deployment to assess all skills Specialty Training Engineer Officers may be offered the opportunity to develop specialized skills through formal courses and on-the-job training for topics like: Mapping and Geodesic Support to Joint Operations Infrastructure Engineering to Garrison and Deployed Installations Technical Engineering to Support the Procurement and Management of Equipment Direct Entry Officer Plan 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 place you directly into the necessary on-the-job training program following Basic Training. Basic Training is required before being assigned. Join the CAF To learn more about becoming an Engineer Officer, visit talk to a recruiter at a centre near you or call 1-800-856-8488. Explore over 100 different career opportunities at
Opportunity Are you a master of computer networks? Would you like to become one? Information Systems Technicians in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) are experts in Information Technologies (IT) who deploy, establish, administer and maintain multi-platform networking computer environments and a variety of data and voice networks. OverviewInformation Systems Technicians serve as part of a larger team that provides the CAF with communications and information services throughout Canada and around the world. They handle equipment such as: Wired and wireless communications and information systems Fibre optic and copper wire broadband technology Voice and data network equipment and servers 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 Secondaire IV in Quebec (some jobs need higher levels of education). Work Environment Information Systems Technicians experience the unique adventures and challenges that come with working outdoors, in military vehicles and in server rooms. They work across the country and around the world wherever the CAF has a footprint. Basic Military Qualification The first stage of training is the Basic Military Qualification course, or Basic Training, held at the Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Québec, or through various training establishments across Canada from Esquimalt, British Columbia, to Halifax, Nova Scotia. This training provides the basic core skills and knowledge common to all trades. One main goal of this course is to ensure all recruits maintain the CAF physical fitness standard; as a result, the training is physically demanding but achievable. After Basic Training, Army recruits go to a military training centre for the Basic Military Qualification – Land Course for approximately one month, which covers the following topics: Army Physical Fitness Dismounted Offensive and Defensive Operations Reconnaissance Patrolling Individual Field Craft Information Systems Technician Training Information Systems Technicians attend the Canadian Forces School of Communication and Electronics in Kingston, Ontario. Training takes approximately 12 months and includes: Computer Systems Theory Information Systems Security Installation and Operation of Information Systems Maintenance and Operation of Power Generating Systems Information Systems Maintenance and Repair Techniques Installation and Maintenance of Fibre Optic and Copper Wire Systems Advanced Routing and Switching Server Administration Available Specialty Training Information Systems Technicians may have the opportunity to develop specialized skills through formal military and civilian courses and on-the-job training for topics like: Cryptographic Equipment Operation and Maintenance Advanced Server Management Advanced Switch and Router Configuration and Maintenance Software and Firmware Operations and Maintenance Computer Network Security Available Advanced Training As they progress in their career, Information Systems Technicians who demonstrate the required ability and potential may be offered advanced training. Available courses include: Data Network Designer Leadership courses Life Cycle Materiel Manager Army Tactical Network Direct Entry Officer Plan No previous work experience or career related skills are required. CAF recruiters can help you decide if your personal interests and attributes match the criteria for this occupation. 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 Grade 10 Academic Math and Grade 10 Science. Foreign education may be accepted. Join the CAF To learn more about becoming an Information Systems Technician, visit talk to a recruiter at a centre near you or call 1-800-856-8488. Explore over 100 different career opportunities at
