Technician in Metrology, imagery, Instrumentation and Life Cycle Simulation

Important messages

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Assessment accommodation

All job applications must therefore be submitted through the Public Service Resourcing System. Only online applications will be considered.

Work environment

The Department of National Defence (DND) is one of the largest federal government employers, offering over 70 different 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. As a civilian employee, you will be an essential part of the Defence Team. In this regard, the department fosters a work environment where employees have opportunities to grow, to learn, to progress in their careers and have job satisfaction over the long-term.

Intent of the process

This process will be used to staff one indeterminate position. Meanwhile, a pool of candidates will be established and may be used to staff positions for determinate or indeterminate periods in Defence National Departement.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Studies

A successful completion of a Technical College Diploma (DEC) or in the process of obtaining it in the end of June 2019 in electronics or an equivalent post-secondary diplomat from recognized Canadian College or University.

Degree equivalency

Experience

Experience in using, maintaining and calibrating of electronic instruments or components used in command and control systems or in measuring systems as well as in assembling of connectors.

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS
Relevant experience in signal acquisition and data processing.
Relevant work experience in experimental trials
Relevant experience in operating network equipment using TCPIP protocol.
Relevant experience using continuous wave (CW) Doppler radar.
Relevant experience in the functioning of automatic measuring chains.
Relevant experience in command and control systems.
Relevant experience in high-seed video imaging.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

Various language requirements
French essential, bilingual B - - / B - - and B – B/ B - B

Information on language requirements

Knowledge

Knowledge of analogical and numerical electronic principles applied to the field of measurements.
Knowledge of sensor functioning in the fields of measurement such as: pressure, acceleration and force as well as signal processing and conversion.
Knowledge in mathematics such as: algebra and trigonometry.

Ability

Ability to use diagnostic and measurement instruments such as: oscilloscope, analog to digital converter, signal conditioner, frequency generator and electronic sensors.
Ability to make electronic setup and solve technical problems.
Ability to interpret analog and digital data collected with the use of varied electronic measuring systems and devices.
Ability to interpret and understand technical information and data (English and French) applied to the fields of expertise.

Personal Suitability

Per 1 – Working effectively with others
Per 2 - Showing initiative and being action-oriented
Per 3 – Demonstrating integrity and respect
Per 4 –Thinking things through

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

Operational requirements:

Successfully pass the examination to obtain a National Defence driver’s licence (DND 404).

Conditions of employment

Security – Reliability
Hold a Class 5 provincial driver’s licence.

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

PLEASE NOTE: For this selection process, our intention is to communicate with
applicants by e-mail for screening/assessment purposes (including issuing screening
results, and sending invitations for written tests and interviews).

Applicants who apply to this selection process must include in their application a valid e-mail address and make sure this address is functional at all times and accepts messages from unknown users. You will be required to show how you demonstrate the essential qualifications (i.e. Education, Experience and/or Occupational
Certification) for the initial screening through your resume, cover letter, and/or in answering online screening questions. It is NOT sufficient to only state that the qualifications are met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. Rather you must clearly demonstrate HOW, WHEN, and WHERE the qualification was met
through substantiation by examples. Information on your described skills, experience, etc. provided in a cover letter or screening questions should be supported by your resume. Failure to provide the above information in the format required may result in your
application being rejected from the process.
Reference checks may be sought.
An interview may be administered.
A written exam may be administered.
You must provide proof of your education credentials.
Candidates from outside the federal public service will be required to pay for their own travel and relocation expenses.
Random selection may be used to identify which applicants will be assessed in this appointment process.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order, 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.