Senior Test Specialist (Weapons)

Senior Test Specialist leads testing and commissioning for Victoria Class Submarine systems, directing multi-disciplinary teams to diagnose and resolve complex issues. You will work in a shipyard environment, ensuring safe, reliable operation of weapons and submarine systems while collaborating with engineering and commissioning managers. The role offers growth in leadership, mentorship, and hands-on testing within a mission-driven defence organization. You will help deliver critical capabilities that support national security and maritime readiness.

• 100% employer-paid health and dental premiums
• EFAP for life challenges
• Maternity/Parental Leave top-up
• RRSP/DPSP matching
• TFSA contribution option
• Competitive vacation and holiday closure

• Carry out testing, acceptance and maintenance activities for Victoria Class Submarine systems and equipment
• Act as a Test Director and lead multi-disciplinary staff during submarine testing
• Conduct equipment troubleshooting, fault diagnosis and corrective maintenance
• Contribute to solutions for moderate to high complexity issues and communicate risks to stakeholders
• Lead small to medium teams to deliver projects or tasks and mentor other Test Specialists
• Record defects using Babcock Canada IT applications
• Coordinate with Commissioning Managers for dynamic program delivery in a shipyard environment
• Draft and review test documentation and lockout/tagout procedures
• Identify risks and opportunities during testing and maintenance
• Perform other duties as required

• 8+ years of related technical experience
• Strong technical skills with post-secondary education in electrical engineering technology or equivalent
• Eligible for recognition as AScT, CET or EIT designation in British Columbia
• Marine, offshore drilling, naval vessels, or submarine experience is an asset
• Experience operating, testing/commissioning weapons systems is an asset
• Ability to climb stairs/ladders, walk/stand for extended periods, work in confined spaces
• Comfort working around moving equipment and at heights in an industrial environment
• Knowledge of weapons systems and electronics technologies (A2A/S2A/A2G/S2S, torpedoes, submarine mission systems, fibre optics) is an asset
• Strong communication skills (written, verbal, interpersonal)
• Strong computer skills including MS Office suite
• Eligible for Canadian Secret Security and ITAR clearance

• Strong communication skills
• Team leadership and mentorship
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Electrical engineering technology background
• Weapons systems testing/commissioning
• Submarine mission systems and electronics