Application Deadline: 31 August 2026 Department: Technical Capability Location: CAN - Halifax Compensation: $105,000 - $150,000 / year Description Job Title: Senior Combat Systems Engineer/Specialist Location: Halifax, NS Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time Annual Salary: $105,000-150,000 About BMT BMT is dedicated to tackling the most crucial engineering challenges of our era, fostering an environment where individuals with exceptional technical expertise provide meaningful, practical solutions. Committed to creating a safer, more efficient, effective, and sustainable future, BMT values diversity, equity, and inclusion, recognizing their pivotal role in achieving our business purpose. Learn more about BMT at www.bmt.org.

Key Responsibilities The Senior Combat and Systems Engineer is responsible for professionally and efficiently executing work in support of client taskings in the field of Combat and Systems Engineering.

Provides

Combat and Systems engineering advice and support to both internal and external clients iaw task demands

Trains, directs, and supports the work of team members allocated to engineering taskings.

Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; and/or participating in professional societies.

Contributes technical specialist expertise, or practical knowledge, to internal discussions, R&D; projects and billable tasks.

As required, provides mentoring, training and guidance to junior engineers and technologists within BMT.

Maintains a high level of knowledge and understanding of naval systems design rules and the implications of their application on ship and submarine design

Conducts technical assurance/review activities to ensure deliverables meet client requirements. Additionally, the Senior Combat Systems Engineer or Specialist may support the Combat & Systems Engineering team in various technical and project management work, such as: Application of Combat Systems engineering principles, regulations,



and standards to various applications.

Conduct and leading engineering assessments, feasibility studies and technical investigations.

Support various projects in a Combat Systems engineering capacity in combat and military systems, cybersecurity, naval systems and platforms, and others.

Essential

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise Degree in Engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Minimum 10 years of experience in Combat and Systems Engineering

Excellent problem-solving skills

Excellent organizational skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills

Eligible for a Canadian security clearance Desirable: Eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer.

Detailed knowledge and experience in the operation of naval systems.

Experience in the in-service support of naval systems and/or engineering design.

Experience in the development and use of technical studies and drawings.

An understanding of specifications for government and commercial vessels.

Experience in systems integration, ship construction and/or repair.

Why Work For

Us? At BMT we believe in hiring the best talent, from diverse backgrounds, as this introduces new ideas to the team and our customers. We believe in a cooperative and collaborative work workplace and support and encourage career growth.

The Successful Candidate Will

Receive a Competitive Salary Commensurate With Skill, Ability And Experience, As Well As a Comprehensive Benefit Package Including Medical, dental and vision plan (including a Health Care Spending Account)

Employee and Family Assistance program

Parental/Maternity leave top-up program

RRSP or TFSA matching program

Flexible work hours and hybrid work arrangement

Training and development opportunities

Employee recognition program

Employee referral program BMT is committed to employment equity, to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst its workforce. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

📌 Senior Combat Systems Engineer/Specialist (Dartmouth)
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