Engineering

Halifax (Nova Scotia), Victoria (British Columbia)

19203BR

About the position

Lockheed Martin Canada Inc. (Lockheed Martin) is obligated to support individuals in tactical and operational training roles who are responsible for leading and overseeing the analysis, design, development, planning, integration, and delivery of training products and services for our current and future programs, both national and international, including the professional training of naval warfare officers and senior non-commissioned officers responsible for force generation of the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) and other naval forces.

In this role, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) will be employed to advise, develop, and deliver portions of Naval Operations and Warfare training in all areas of warfare, using synthetic simulators for the Combat System component of all support programs. This includes leading members of the technical training team while working with interdisciplinary and product teams, as well as key client stakeholder groups to ensure that the training solutions provided meet the high standards and specific needs of the client. The incumbent will also fill Joint Combat Operations Commander positions in the simulation environment, as needed. The incumbent will report functionally to local leaders, and technically to a Coastal Training Manager and Integrated Training Product Team (IPT) leaders. The ideal candidate is proactive, dynamic, and motivated to shape training solutions through strong engagement with internal and external stakeholders.

To succeed, the candidate will possess a deep understanding of naval military operations, training requirements, and engineering processes, and will have the ability to provide cost-effective and innovative training solutions to the client.

Required Skills, Qualifications, and Experience

Responsibilities:

• Provide naval domain SME tactical or operational advice for the analysis, design, and delivery of training products and services to meet client force generation needs
• Support training planning and inter-program support for Lockheed Martin personnel
• Directly support internal and external stakeholders responsible for planning, preparing, and delivering individual Integrated Test & Evaluation (IT&E) and collective training events in simulated training environments
• Provide classroom and instructor/mentor instruction and provide naval domain SME advice within RCN training requirements before and during scenarios

What you bring to the role

Responsibilities:

• Facilitate performance feedback to RCN instructors and trainees
• Lead continuous training improvement activities
• Support war commander role training in a simulation environment, as needed (based on prior experience)
• Support the RCN by assisting instructors in integrating their lesson plans and developing scenarios
• Provide support to training teams on both coasts, as needed, to achieve client priorities, which includes regular participation in virtual meetings and on-site travel where applicable
• Recommend realistic operational insertions to improve training effectiveness
• Support Lockheed Martin programming lines through SME advice related to software development and business expansion and client acquisition processes
• Support Lockheed Martin programming lines through testing assistance
• Organize visits and conduct demonstrations of the client site, at the request of the Department of National Defence (DND) and Lockheed Martin
• Identify and report discrepancies, issues, and observations concerning Lockheed Martin deliverables to appropriate stakeholders
• Support training managers in planning and producing Agile work reports at macro and micro levels
• Transmit lessons learned to peers and colleagues throughout the organization
• Support the technical training manager in maintaining a proactive and mutually supportive relationship with our national clients
• Support a growth mindset; seek opportunities for additional development, mentoring, and experience based on personal, team, program, and company priorities
• Maintain high standards of professional excellence
• Work full-time on the client site with minimal supervision and following common Lockheed Martin processes, but determine when a change needs to occur and offer solutions to evolve processes
• Support inclusivity in our daily interactions, both internally within teams and programs, and externally with our clients.

Required Skills:

• Education Level: Hold a bachelor's degree from a recognized university in an education or business related discipline or equivalent experience/equivalent co-op training, with at least nine years of professional experience, or at least seven years of professional experience with a master's degree in a related discipline
• Naval experience: qualifications equivalent to Operations Room Officer and/or Warfare Director
• Post-operations visit experience with at-sea training personnel, fleet staff, warfare center, or warfare training establishments would be an asset

Additional Skills Desired for the Position

Required Skills, Qualifications, and Experience

Required Skills:

• Extensive understanding of Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) operations and the application of rules of engagement and in-depth knowledge of RCN inter-domain operations
• Experience in analyzing, designing, developing, and evaluating comprehensive training programs. Knowledge of the Canadian Forces Individual Training System and the RCN Collective Training System is required
• General understanding of CAF training establishment and processes
• In-depth knowledge of RCN warfare occupations and training progression
• Experience with Lockheed Martin's Combat Management System (CMS) 330
• Ability to effectively plan activities, apply Agile processes, delegate tasks, and monitor work progress to ensure it aligns with planned program milestones
• Ability to instruct and mentor naval warfare officers and senior non-commissioned officers responsible for operations in a wide range of naval operations
• Relationship-oriented mindset and a proven ability to support initiatives at the RCN Director level
• Ability to summarize staffing needs and collaborate with functional managers to identify, advance, and assign specialized resources needed to complete technical work.

Desired Skills, Qualifications, and Experience

• Good knowledge of current and future RCN naval platforms
• Good knowledge of naval combat systems, including radars, combat management systems, communications, weapons, navigation, electronic warfare (EW), new technologies, remotely operated vehicles, and underwater sensors
• Joint Command and Staff Program (equivalent to Staff College) and/or Canadian Armed Forces Operational Planning certification and/or Intermediate Leadership Qualification/Advanced Leadership Qualification are considered an asset
• Good knowledge of the synthetic training environment and advanced training
• Good knowledge of JIRA, Confluence, and Microsoft Office
• Ability to work autonomously and proactively to meet team, program, and client needs
• Collaborative spirit to work effectively with senior client management
• Ability to innovate to bring new ideas and improve the program
• Adaptability to meet changing requirements
• Ability to communicate in French is considered an asset.

What we offer

We deliver on our promise when it comes to work/life balance! Your physical, mental, and financial well-being are important to us. In addition to working in a highly supportive, friendly, and respectful environment, here's what you can expect when you join our team as a regular full-time employee:

• Flexible and compressed work schedules, depending on business needs, where you have the option to take Fridays off, as well as the possibility of working remotely part-time
• Competitive compensation
• Time to recharge with vacation, personal days, holidays, and parental leave
• Comprehensive family coverage for medical, dental, and optical care available from your first day of employment, as well as:
  • Virtual healthcare (24/7 access to healthcare professionals)
  • A wellness spending account to support you on your wellness journey
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) which includes free in-person counseling sessions
  • Travel medical insurance
  • On-site fitness facilities in our main offices
• A registered retirement savings plan that includes company matching contributions on your first day of employment, which also includes access to financial advisors providing investment advice and comprehensive financial planning
• Employee discounts to save on goods, services, and various recreational activities
• Access to a wide range of development tools to enhance your skills and/or advance your career, including:
  • Free learning resources via a modern and engaging platform
  • Education assistance program
  • Professional membership reimbursement
  • Self-directed mentoring

Salary Transparency

At Lockheed Martin Canada, we comply with all salary transparency requirements and believe that publishing salary ranges for job openings can foster a more equitable workforce.

Salary Range

$90,500 - $119,000

About Us

Lockheed Martin Canada, headquartered in Ottawa, is the Canadian division of Lockheed Martin Corporation, a global defense technology company driving innovation and scientific advancements. Our vision of developing solutions for missions across all domains and 21st Century Security® accelerates the delivery of transformative technologies to ensure those we serve are Ahead of the Curve. We conduct our main operations in Ottawa, Montreal, Halifax, Calgary, and Victoria, and we work on a large number of programs that include cutting-edge naval technology products, aircraft maintenance, and remote-controlled system software. We also provide in-service support for state-of-the-art military aircraft with aircraft engine repair capabilities. This position reports to the Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) business sector, where employees across Canada support engineering, integration systems, training, maintenance, and in-service support programs for military clients in Canada and abroad on land, at sea, and in the air.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lockheed Martin is committed to equal employment opportunity principles to foster a workplace environment that adheres to our core values of integrity, respect, and outstanding performance. We understand the importance of optimizing the remarkable talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver optimal solutions, and maximize benefits to our clients. Our goal is to find the best candidates for each position, regardless of their background. If a position interests you, we invite you to explain how your skills and perspective could support our team, and we encourage you to apply, even if you feel your skills do not fully meet the criteria of the posted job offer. In addition, Lockheed Martin is committed to ensuring that our recruitment process is inclusive for all. We are prepared to make reasonable accommodations for all candidates, if necessary.

Employee Type

Full-time

Vacancy Type

Permanent

Security requirement for this role

Controlled Goods Program

Security rating required for the position

NATO Secret