Research Engineer - Ottawa, Canada - Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat

Description

Research Engineer

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Closing date: 17 June :59, Pacific Time

Important messages

We are 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 use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

*The immediate need of this process is for Ottawa, ON.

How does this work?

Step 1: Read the entire advertisement. Want to join our team Let us know you're interested Click "Apply online."

Step 2: Tell us about you Attach your resume and answer the screening questions in the online application.

Step 3: We will carefully review all of your qualifications. If your talent matches one of our immediate or upcoming opportunities we may contact you for further information or assessment.

Creating an environment where diverse perspectives are valued begins with self-declaration. Count yourself in and self-declare by identifying to which employment equity group(s) you belong to. In order to self-declare, please ensure to indicate this by checking off the appropriate box within the online application as part of the Employment Equity section.

Duties

The main duties of the position include but are not limited to:

The primary responsibilities for this position will include the dissection and analysis of wireless communication protocols and systems to understand their functionality and implementations. You will be responsible for the development and implementation of strategies to extract insights and from these RF signals and systems to better understand the security risks and operating parameters. This work will be performed in laboratory settings and field trials as required. Additionally, this role will involve collaborating closely with cross-functional teams and partner organizations to understand the broader system and its integration into operations.

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 do we offer?

At DND we foster a work environment where employees have opportunities to grow, learn, progress in their careers and have job satisfaction over the long-term. You'll enjoy:

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 intent of this process is to fill one (1) position on an indeterminate (permanent) basis in Ottawa, Ontario.

This process may also be used to fill current and future vacancies with various employment tenures (temporary and permanent), language profiles, security requirements, and conditions of employment.

This process may also be used to staff future positions in Toronto, ON.

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)

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.
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ESSENTIAL EDUCATION

ED1. Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in mechanical engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, aeronautical engineering, geological engineering, naval architecture, or some other engineering specialty relevant to the duties of the position.

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ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE

EX1. Experience as an electrical engineer, computer engineer, or a suitable engineering equivalent.
EX2. Experience in software development using a high-level programming language (e.g., C/C++, Python, Go, etc.).
EX3. Experience in digital signal processing.
EX4. Experience with communication systems principles, techniques, and technologies.

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

English essential
Want to learn more about language requirements in the public service? Check out this webpage

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COMPETENCIES

C1. Demonstrating integrity and respect
C2. Thinking things through
C3. Working effectively with others
C4. Showing initiative and being action oriented
C5. Communication

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

Asset qualifications are qualifications that may be required for a position. If you possess any of the qualifications listed below, please clearly demonstrate how you meet the qualification in your application.
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ASSETS

AEX1. Experience in software development for automated laboratory measurement and data acquisition in physical and virtual test setups.
AEX2. Experience in the design and fabrication of electronic circuits.
AEX3. Experience with mobile or wireless communications systems design, implementation, or testing.
AEX4. Experience in the test and evaluation of embedded systems.
AEX5. Experience with analog and digital circuit design.
AEX6. Experience delivering technical presentations to engineering colleagues and industry partners.
AEX7. Experience in performing computer network penetration tests and/or red teaming.
AEX8. Experience in identifying threats or vulnerabilities of computer networks or systems.
AEX9. Experience using open source or commercial hacking tools and techniques.
AEX10. Experience in antenna theory, design, and measurement.

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ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS

The Department of National Defence is committed to providing an environment where justice, fairness and the elimination of barriers helps build a skilled, diverse and representative workforce reflective of Canada. We welcome diversity in all its forms, promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply. Please note that preference for hiring will first be given to candidates who are members of the following designated groups: Indigenous Peoples, members of visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and women.

As a result of workforce adjustment, affected indeterminate DND employees within the Aerospace Engineering Test Establishment (AETE - UIC 2671) at 4 Wing Cold Lake or within the British Army Training Unit Suffield (BATUS – UIC 7777) at Canadian Forces Base Suffield will be appointed or deployed to positions for which they are qualified ahead of other candidates.

In support of Strong, Secure, Engaged (SSE) initiative #24, consideration may be given to the spouses or common-law partners of Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members.

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OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Willing and able to participate in outdoor field trials. This could include an occasional requirement to work in remote locations, on aircrafts, ships, or military ground vehicles.
Willing and able to travel occasionally.
Willing and able to work overtime.

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance

Additional conditions of employment may be required depending on the position being staffed. Candidates may be contacted and asked to submit information to confirm conditions of employment.

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.

If there are limitations or special circumstances preventing you from submitting your application via the PSRS online portal, you must contact us and receive approval to apply via an alternate means PRIOR to the closing date.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

Applicants who apply to this selection process must include in their application a valid email address and make sure that this address is functional at all times and accepts messages from unknown users.

Depending on the position being staffed:
Additional qualifications, operational requirements and/or conditions of employment may be required
Varying degrees of breadth and depth of experience may be deemed essential
Asset qualifications may be invoked as essential qualifications
You may be contacted and asked to submit information or be further assessed

Appointment decisions may be based on one or more of the following criteria:
Matching of the individual's experience or qualifications to the strengths and weaknesses of the work team;
Matching of the individual's experience or qualifications to the specific duties of the position being staffed;
Depth, breadth, type of work-specific experience;
Level/degree of one or more competencies/qualifications;
Organizational Needs.

All information obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to close of process, may be used to evaluate the applicants.