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Aerospace Telecommunications and Information Systems Technician Join to apply for the Aerospace Telecommunications and Information Systems Technician role at Canadian Armed Forces | Forces armes canadiennes Overview As a member of the military, Aerospace Telecommunications and Information Systems Technicians perform, supervise, and direct the repair and maintenance of all types of Air Force & Joint telecommunications and information systems. They also manage and maintain mobile and fixed satellite communications systems, microwave systems, switchboards, cable plants, and all forms of command and control computer systems and networks. Their primary responsibilities include: Performing preventive and corrective maintenance on radios, radar, data processing, cryptographic, terminal, audio, and video equipment Inspecting, testing, and adjusting telecommunications equipment Repairing, overhauling, and supporting maintenance of telecommunications equipment Installing and conducting acceptance tests Liaising with command levels and functional groups, including base personnel Maintaining and advising on electromechanical and refrigeration aspects of telecommunications equipment Deploying with various units such as 8 Air Communications and Control Squadron, Tactical Control Radar Squadron, Canadian Forces Joint Signals Regiment, or CANSOFCOM Units Managing the lifecycle of telecommunications and information systems material Work Environment Technicians work in operation centres, static and mobile workshops, or outdoors, often at bases across Canada and globally, including the Arctic. Postings can involve relocations, especially for those in the Regular Force, while Reserve members typically serve part-time at their local units without mandatory relocations. Entry Requirements The minimum education requirement is Grade 10 with applied Math. Candidates with college diplomas may be considered for direct entry following assessment. Foreign education may be accepted. Training Initial training includes Basic Military Qualification and specialized electronics training at the Canadian Forces School of Communications and Electronics. Further training covers technical administration, systems, and advanced courses in specialized skills such as radar, cryptography, and microwave systems. Opportunities exist for advanced training and specialization. Part-Time Options Available for Reserve Force members, serving part-time at local units, with opportunities for deployment and full-time service. Reserve members receive pay and benefits comparable to the Regular Force and may contribute to pensions. Related Careers Examples include Avionics Systems Technician, Signal Technician, and Electronic-Optronic Technician (Land). Additional Details Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Information Technology This job posting is active and not expired. #J-18808-Ljbffr