Technical Services Technologist Trainee - CNS

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Ottawa, ON, CAN
In-Office
57K-121K Annually
Entry level
Aerospace • Transportation
The Role
Provides electronic maintenance and technical support for complex air navigation, surveillance, communications, and air traffic management systems. The trainee receives career-long training while helping maintain safe, reliable aviation services. Requirements include a relevant engineering technology, computer science, or electronics diploma or degree, a valid driver’s license, and lifting ability. Strong communication, teamwork, problem-solving, customer service, and safety awareness are expected. Some travel is required, and aviation experience is not necessary.
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Job Posting Title

Technical Services Technologist Trainee - CNS

Job Category

Employee in Training/Student

Language Requirements

Bilingual Preferred / Bilingue de préférence

In the event a qualified bilingual candidate is not found, a qualified unilingual candidate will be considered. / Dans l’éventualité où un candidat bilingue qualifié n’est pas disponible, un candidat unilingue qualifié sera considéré.

Flexible Work Agreement Type

On site / Sur place

Posting End Date

2026-11-03

Job Grade

ANS-TEC-0

Pay Range

$56,785 - $91,597

Job Summary

(1 Permanent Position)
Provides electronic maintenance services on complex systems and equipment essential to the provision of a safe and reliable Air Navigation System (ANS). Performs related duties for the designated area of responsibility.

Job Description


Overview
Join a team of technologists who do much more than work with leading-edge Air Navigation Service (ANS) technology. In our team, you’ll make a difference in air navigation safety. Our skilled Technologists work every day with some of the most advanced equipment and systems in the world.
Technologists support and maintain the critical systems required to keep air traffic moving safely and efficiently. It takes a team effort across Canada to keep navigation, surveillance, communications, and air traffic management systems up and running under all conditions.
Become a member of the NAV CANADA Technical Services team. We offer career-long training on advanced equipment; a full range of opportunities as you gain experience; competitive salaries; an attractive pension; and benefits that are among the best in the industry.


What NAV CANADA offers you:

  • Challenging, team-oriented work environment
  • Competitive compensation and benefits
  • Defined benefit pension plan
  • Opportunities for growth and development
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Diverse and inclusive workforce


In order to apply for a career at NAV CANADA as a Technologist, you need to have these basic requirements: 

  • Secondary school diploma or equivalent and a recognized diploma or degree in Engineering Technology, Computer Sciences, Electronics Engineering Technology or an equivalent program, completed within the last 10 years at a minimum or equivalent work experience.
  • A valid driver’s license.
  • Some lifting required.

Beyond these basic requirements, we’re looking for people who:


  • Are good communicators
  • Enjoy working in a team environment
  • Have recent and relevant coursework
  • Have a customer service focus
  • Are creative thinkers, have the ability to problem solve and make decisions
  • Understand NAV CANADA’s core business and focus on safety. 

The role does not require you to have previous experience in the aviation sector. 

NOTE: 

*NAV CANADA will provide you with a training salary that ranges from approximately $56,785 to $91,597 which is based on qualifications and experience. Once you successfully complete your training, you move to the $88,976 to $121,432 range, with increases as you gain experience and move through classification levels. Some travel is required.


NAV CANADA is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. If you do not believe that you match every job requirement listed on this job posting, we still encourage you to apply. NAV CANADA encourages a culture of learning and growth, and recognizes that although some technical skills are mandatory, many others can be taught.

Our Company strives to create an inclusive and barrier-free selection process and work environment. If you require accommodations during this competition process, please ensure that you inform the interview coordinator or hiring manager of any accommodation measures you may require. NAV CANADA will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities as required.

The successful candidate must meet the security requirement of the position and be legally able to work in Canada.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for next steps will be contacted.

At NAV CANADA, safety is our priority. We require pre-employment drug screening for all candidates offered positions designated as safety sensitive or business critical in accordance with NAV CANADA’s Drug and Alcohol policy.

Skills Required

  • Secondary school diploma or equivalent
  • Recognized diploma or degree in Engineering Technology, Computer Sciences, Electronics Engineering Technology, or an equivalent program, completed within the last 10 years; equivalent work experience may be accepted
  • Valid driver's license
  • Ability to perform some lifting
  • Bilingual proficiency
  • Legal authorization to work in Canada
  • Ability to meet the position's security requirement
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The Company
HQ: Ottawa
5,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1996

What We Do

NAV CANADA is a private, non-profit corporation that owns and operates Canada's civil air navigation system, providing air traffic control, flight information, and aeronautical services.

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