Overview As a member of the military, Communication and Electronics Engineering Officers provide telecommunications and information management services that support Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) operations in Canada and abroad. Responsibilities Provide telecommunications and information management services Operate and maintain tactical Air Force and strategic communications systems Manage air traffic control and electronics systems Advise on planning and acquisition of ground-based surveillance, communications and information technology systems Oversee surveillance, reconnaissance and intelligence communications systems Administer data, information and knowledge management systems Be involved with the full spectrum of terrestrial radio and satellite communications from HF to EHF radar and navigation systems, electronic warfare, cryptography, electronic intelligence or communications and network security Work Environment While working on a base, Air Wing or headquarters during peacetime, Communication and Electronics Engineering Officers work in an environment similar to civilian managers and engineers. They may be employed on exercises or deployed in combat situations and may also work in an international headquarters, on a multinational staff or mission. If you choose a career in the Regular Force, upon completion of all required training, you will be assigned to your first base. Relocations may occur, but accommodations may not always be possible. If you decide to join the Primary Reserve Force, you will be employed through a specific reserve unit on a part-time basis and will not be obliged to relocate; you can also volunteer for deployment on a military mission within or outside Canada. Entry Plans Direct Entry Options Paid Education Options For candidates who already hold a university degree, the CAF will determine if the program matches the criteria for this job and may place you directly into the required on-the-job training program following basic training. Basic training and military officer qualification training are required before assignment. The CAF may pay successful recruits to complete a bachelor's degree program in the Royal Military College System, with full salary, medical and dental care, and vacation time with full pay in exchange for service. Recruits can also attend another Canadian University on a case-by-case basis. Training After enrolment, you start basic officer training at the Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School (12 weeks), covering general military knowledge, leadership principles, CAF regulations and customs, basic weapons handling, first aid, and physical fitness. Successful completion is a prerequisite for further training. Official second-language training may be offered, taking two to nine months. Communication and Electronics Engineering Officers attend the Canadian Forces School of Communications and Electronics (19 weeks). Topics include: Organization of the Communications and Electronics Branch Communications information systems and airfield systems management Advanced military communications and electronics theory Communications information systems support planning for deployed operations Deployment of communications information systems equipment Business management skills Specialized courses and on-the-job training include: Air operations command and control information systems course Radio and satellite communications Electronic intelligence Communications and network security Cryptographic systems Career progression may lead to advanced or graduate training in selected disciplines. Part-time Options This position is available for part-time employment through the Reserve Force. Reserve members generally work part-time for a reserve unit in their local community, with no required relocation. They may volunteer for deployment. Training is typically conducted with the home unit to maintain required professional standards. Individual learning plans may allow reimbursement of up to 50 percent of tuition for related university courses, provided the member is in the Reserve Force for the entire duration of the course. Reserve members usually serve scheduled evenings and weekends, may serve in full-time units for fixed terms, and are paid 92.8 percent of regular force rates, with a reasonable benefits package and potential pension plan contribution. Related Careers Intelligence Operator Cyber Operator Intelligence Officer #J-18808-Ljbffr