Location: Victoria - 905 Ellery, Canada Certification Officer Victoria, B.C., Hybrid Position Summary We have a current vacancy for a Certification Officer to join the Certification team supporting Royal Canadian Navy programs. The role will manage certification activities associated with the Royal Canadian Navy Arctic and Offshore Patrol Vessels (AOPV), Joint Support Ship (JSS) class vessels managed under the AOPS & JSS In-Service Support (AJISS) contract, and Minor Warships and Auxiliary Vessels under the MWAV contract. You will be the main point of contact for Classification Society surveyors, support the Service Delivery team with planning and executing scheduled surveys and inspections, advise on certification requirements for corrective and planned maintenance, and act as the primary liaison for all certification‑related inquiries within DND departments, the Classification Society, and Thales departments. Regulatory Compliance Requirement This position requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software, or technical information controlled under the Canadian Export Control List and/or the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be eligible or able to obtain authorization for such access. Key Areas of Responsibility Identify all re‑certification activities and ensure they are captured within the Class maintenance program planning tool, while developing and improving certificate renewal processes. Support Thales Service Delivery with certification‑related activities, including Classification Society periodic and annual surveys and inspections, and coordinate schedules with Class, Ship Staff, and internal teams. Liaise with Classification Society personnel during surveys and inspections, addressing technical issues and engineering changes impacting Class compliance. Assess the impact of new ship defects and engineering changes on certification, including participation in Technical Risk assessments and managing Conditions of Class mitigation and resolution. Maintain certification tracking tools, including issue trackers and deliverable lists for AOPV, JSS, and MWAV vessels, and provide oversight for vessels under the MWAV contract. Review the Captain’s Ship Book to ensure certificates remain up to date and aligned with the Technical Data Package, while serving as the point of contact with DND on certification‑related matters. Minimum Qualifications Demonstrated understanding and experience with Classification Society rules and regulations (Lloyd’s Register, ABS, DNV) for the Classification of Ships, Naval Ship Classification Rules, and Commercial Ship Rules. Demonstrated understanding and experience with the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). Demonstrated understanding and experience with the International Maritime Organization (IMO). Demonstrated understanding and experience with the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS). Demonstrated understanding and experience with the International Code for Ships Operating in Polar Waters (Polar Code). Language: English (essential). Preferred Qualifications Previous experience as a Marine Surveyor with a Classification Society. Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in surveying or maintenance of vessels to commercial or military standards. Familiarity with Navy certification requirements (e.g., ANEP 77 Naval Ship Code). Transport Canada Marine Engineer certificate, or military equivalent. University degree in a related marine engineering field from a recognized program. Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) within the province of practice. Special Position Requirements Schedule: 40 hours per week. Physical Environment: Hybrid position requiring a mix of work from home and onsite at the Thales Malahat facility and Dockyard (approximately 60% onsite / 40% remote). Work includes inspections onboard naval vessels, including machinery spaces, with activities such as bending, twisting, working at heights, and in confined spaces (training provided). Travel: Occasional domestic or international travel may be required in support of ships or the AJISS Enterprise. Work Location: Mix of office‑based work and site visits in dockyards and onboard naval ships as required. Transportation: Personal transportation is required to travel between home, office, warehouse, and dockyard locations. Total Target Compensation (TTC) Market Range The reference Total Target Compensation (TTC) market range for this position, inclusive of annual base salary and the variable compensation target, is between Total Target Cash 85,000.00 - 105,000 – 120,000 CDN Annual. AI We use artificial intelligence–enabled tools as part of our recruitment process to support activities such as candidate discovery, résumé matching, and interview scheduling. These tools may help screen and assess applications and recommend potential matches based on the requirements within the job description. All hiring decisions, including candidate evaluation, selection, and disposition, are made by human recruiters. Artificial intelligence does not make hiring decisions on our behalf. Benefits Company paid Extended Health, Dental, HSA, Life, AD&D, Short‑term Disability, Cancer Care Program, travel insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and Well‑Being program. Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP, DCPP, TFSA) with a company contribution and a match to a DCPP, with no vesting period. Company paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave. Voluntary Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Long‑Term Disability. Employee Discounts on home, auto, and gym membership. Equal Opportunity Thales is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. Thales is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the interview process. Applicants selected for an interview who require accommodation are asked to advise accordingly upon the invitation for an interview. We will work with you to meet your needs. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr