Senior Navy Exercise Director

ADGA Group is a Canadian-owned defence and security company that provides integrated, mission-critical technical solutions to Government and industry, specializing in C5ISRT, simulation and training, cyber and infrastructure security, and program delivery. With nearly 60 years of experience, ADGA supports federal clients and Canada’s intelligence and enforcement agencies through embedded teams, advisory services, and full project execution, applying deep operational expertise and innovation to strengthen national safety, resilience, and sovereignty. Guided by a strong social mandate, the company creates meaningful employment for veterans of the CAF and RCMP and other professionals committed to public service, while fostering a safe, inclusive, and agile workplace that supports career development, professional growth, and impactful work across Canada. 

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At ADGA, our teams support Government and industry partners on projects that protect critical systems and strengthen operational readiness. We are seeking a Senior Navy Exercise Director to provide technical leadership and expertise on complex, high-impact client engagements. 

The successful candidate will lead the delivery of specialized solutions, support and mentor team members, and have an opportunity to contribute across a variety of projects and initiatives. Within this role the successful candidate will support the development and delivery of Fleet Synthetic Training and conduct exercises to ensure that the software and equipment that comprise the Distributed Mission Operations Centre are maintained to a high state of readiness.

This posting is for an anticipated position expected to commence in mid-September. To accommodate the required security clearance process, we are accepting applications in advance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform RCN (Royal Canadian Navy) DMOC (Distributed Mission Operations Centre) and FST (Fleet Synthetic Training) system management services.
• Support RCN FST strategy, concepts, experimentation and capability development. 
• Support RCN FST technology development through the identification, analysis, and evaluation of new simulation products to support RCN training objectives. 
• Support RCN FST exercises, trials, tests and evaluations. 
• Assist with the delivery of exercise training and demonstrations related to the DMOC and FST. 
• May be required to assume the role of the DMOC Manager.  Their responsibilities include managing the day-to-day activities of various personnel. 

• Experience using at least 1 of the common synthetic environment or computer general forces software applications such as
  • JSAF, VBS, VR Forces, AWSIM) in a military training environment.
• 3+ years of experience in one of the following:
  • Coordinating military combat operations or exercises for the Canadian Armed Forces or for an allied military 
  • Coordinating simulated combat operations or exercise for the Canadian Armed Forces or for an allied military.
• 5+ years of experience: planning, leading, briefing and/or debriefing operational military teams or preparing communication plans, or doing operations analysis.
• Experience in exercise planning, developing, conducting of DMT (Distributed Mission Training) collective training exercises
• Experience participating in coalition (joint or combined) military DMT (Distributed Mission Training) exercises.
• Previous military leadership experience.

• Must currently hold or be eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret (Level II) Canadian Federal Government Security clearance VCR and Controlled Goods clearances.  
• Must be able to go onsite in Esquimalt, BC 5 days a week 
• The posted salary reflects an employee compensation model; consultant rates will be adjusted accordingly. We will consider candidates for either employment or consultant arrangements. Consultants will be required to hold a Controlled Goods clearance and Insurance. 

If you require accommodations during any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know. We are happy to work with you to meet your needs.

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Work-Life Balance  

We strongly support a healthy and productive work-life balance. This starts with a flexible approach to work, and policies designed to support employees through their day-to-day routines and major life events. For example, we offer a Maternity/Parental Top-Up (up to 52 weeks) and a Reservist Leave Top-Up (up to 180 days). 

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ADGA continuously strives to integrate advanced Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) approaches and practices into our work culture. Our employee-based DEI Committee explores activities and invites discussions that foster an environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and heard.

Compensation  

Above and beyond our commitment to offer a competitive base salary, ADGA has a company-wide profit-sharing plan for all full-time and part-time employees.

Comprehensive Benefits and Total Rewards  

We offer a comprehensive benefit program, providing employees with the choice between base or enhanced plans. Depending on the plan, ADGA pays for Health & Dental, a Health Spending Account, Short-Term Disability, an Employee Assistance Program, and a Telemedicine service. Also offered: discounts on gym memberships, 5,000+ perks through Perkoplis, a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan, and access to a wide range of other employee-centric services and savings programs.