CU
Halifax Regional Municipality, NS, Canada
Description
The Naval Training Support Specialist provides Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) subject-matter expertise in naval operations, shipboard systems, equipment engineering, and maintenance practices in support of the Training Systems Integration (TSI) team. The role ensures that training solutions, courseware, and simulation-based products accurately reflect real-world operational, technical, and maintenance requirements of modern naval platforms.
The incumbent collaborates with instructional designers, engineering teams, program managers, and naval business development representatives to develop, validate, and refine training requirements aligned with fleet doctrine, engineering standards, readiness needs, and operator and maintainer workflows. The role also supports the evaluation of training system design, integration of equipment models, and verification of system-level fidelity within training environments.
The role is part of the Naval Training Support Team responsible for Instructional System Design (ISD). Current efforts focus on the River-class Destroyer project, supporting training solutions for operators and maintainers of the Integrated Bridge Navigation System and Integrated Communication System.
Key responsibilities include:
Providing authoritative input on naval operations, equipment functionality, engineering processes, and maintenance procedures across relevant ship classes and systems
Advising the TSI team during requirements definition, training design, system integration, and validation activities
Ensuring training products align with naval doctrine, technical data, engineering specifications, and shipboard operational realities
Reviewing and validating training scenarios, performance objectives, and technical accuracy within courseware and simulation models
Liaising with naval stakeholders, fleet personnel, shipbuilders, and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs)
Supporting hazard analysis, task analysis, training needs assessments, and system-level technical evaluations
Contributing to program documentation, technical reviews, and acceptance activities to meet program standards and customer requirements
Analyzing Vendor Furnished Information to define job-based training package performance and enabling objectives
Reviewing and updating Training Needs Analysis (TNA) and Training Media Analysis (TMA)
Supporting the development and delivery of project documentation, including:
Training Technology Project Management Plan
Instructional Material Technical Review Plan
Instructional Material Verification Plan
Training Program Report
Instructional Material Development Plan
Training Program Schedule
Target Population Analysis Report
Developing reusable scenario libraries and datasets
Preparing, planning, and executing naval training system solutions
Researching maritime industry developments applicable to training solutions
Supporting the Integrated Training Solution Lead in formulating complex training solutions aligned with the RCN Future Naval Training Strategy (FNTS) and CONOPS
Performing trade studies to select appropriate training solutions from CAE and OEM offerings
Supporting Naval Business Development activities, including customer engagement and cost estimates for bids and proposals related to future RCN projects
Minimum Qualifications
Extensive experience in the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) or a comparable national naval service
Demonstrated experience in naval operations, shipboard systems, engineering, maintenance, or naval training systems
Knowledge of the Canadian Forces Individual Training and Education System (CFITES) or comparable System Approach to Training (SAT)
Experience conducting training needs analysis for individual and collective operator and maintainer training
Strong written and verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Proficiency with Windows-based systems and Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, Visio)
Ability to work effectively in collaborative, multi-disciplinary teams, both on-site and remotely
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet tight deadlines
Eligibility to meet Canada Controlled Goods Program (CGP) requirements, Level II (NATO SECRET) security clearance, and ITAR requirements
Legal authorization to work in Canada (Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or valid work permit)
Preferred Qualifications
Extensive experience planning and conducting naval training as an Officer or Non-Commissioned Member (NCM)
Strong technical background in relevant naval occupations
Demonstrated naval leadership experience
Knowledge of naval systems and associated training, testing, and student evaluation methods
Familiarity with modern training technologies, including e-learning, simulation, VR/AR, and synthetic environments
Knowledge of CAF Military Employment Structure and its application to training development and execution strategies
Benefits
Company benefits plan
Pension plan
Employee stock purchase plan
Career development opportunities within a global organization
Domestic and international travel opportunities
Hybrid work model
Comprehensive health and wellness programs
At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.
CAE is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, nationality, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by law. We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available-contact your recruiter or email if needed.
As part of our process, we may use AI‑supported tools to help review applications, with human decision‑making at every step. CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.