Engineer-in-Training, Test and Trials

Join the Test & Trials Team and play a key role in supporting the successful delivery of the River Class Destroyer Program. Working closely with the Manager, Test & Trials and Team Leads, you will help develop and maintain plans, schedules, and program documentation that support product acceptance and contractual delivery milestones.

This position contributes directly to the development of key testing and integration deliverables, including the Master Integration, Test & Evaluation Schedule (MITES), Verification Cross-Reference Matrix (VCRM), and Integrated Test & Trials Plan (ITTP).

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop and maintain the MITES, VCRM, and ITTP.

• Coordinate with the Planning Department to ensure alignment between the MITES and the Integrated Master Schedule.

• Support Engineering Delivery Teams and contribute to the execution of the River Class Destroyer Test & Trials Program.

• Assist with additional Test & Trials deliverables and initiatives as required.

• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities within the Test & Trials function.

• Support risk identification, assessment, and mitigation activities across the program.

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology Diploma.

• Up to 6 years of relevant experience, with an understanding of applicable engineering and testing standards.

• Project Management certification (PMP) or progress toward certification is considered an asset.

• Knowledge of naval shipbuilding programs, particularly the integration of Platform Systems, Combat Systems, and Commissioning activities, is an asset.

Due to the nature of work Irving Shipbuilding does, all successful applicants must meet requirements for the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Please note this position requires a full-time, in-office presence

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.