CNS Technical Instructor (2 positions available)

Job Posting Title

CNS Technical Instructor (2 positions available)

Job Category

Operations Training Delivery

Language Requirements

Bilingual Preferred / Bilingue de préférenceIn 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

Hybrid / Hybride

Posting End Date

2026-10-19

Job Grade

ANS-TEC-2

Pay Range

$100,062 - $138,116

Job Summary

The Technical Instructor designs, develops, and delivers courses to NAV CANADA Technical Services departments and to external clients to facilitate the maintenance of Air Navigation Systems. Strong communication and presentation skills, adaptability in instructional methods, attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous learning are key attributes for success in this role. Additionally, the role demands qualities such as patience, perseverance, and thoroughness to ensure comprehensive and effective training outcomes.

Job Description

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

Key Accountabilities:

• Delivers courses in the theoretical and practical aspects of operating, maintaining, repairing and programming advanced electronic systems such as those utilized in support of the Air Navigational Service.
• Develops courses; prepares lesson plans and lecture notes; prepares theory and practical exercises; prepares handouts and / or training aids; designs tests and associated marking guides.
• Leads / participates in special projects, working groups and focus groups providing specialized technical knowledge and experience.
• Participates in course design activities such as task analysis and training objectives, creation of the course training plan, and determining work experience requirements.

Job Requirements

Education:

• Secondary school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an acceptable training program in electronics technology or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience relevant to the position.

Experience:

• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in the maintenance and/or installation of the electronic equipment and systems.
• Experience with coaching and teaching technical information to adults.

Knowledge (30%):

• Knowledge of technical course design, instructional techniques, student academic counselling, measurement and testing.
• Knowledge of electronic theory, computer systems, and network management.
• In depth knowledge of electronic theory.
• In depth knowledge of electronic systems such as CNS / ATM equipment, networking technology and computer-controlled systems.
• Knowledge of project management, business and operational planning.

Abilities (30%):

• Skills in maintaining, installing, operating, troubleshooting, configuring, repairing, testing, and calibrating electronic systems.
• Skills in teaching complex theory, systems and related practices and standards in preparing instructional material.
• Skills in developing and evaluating the effectiveness of courses on complex systems.

Personal Suitability (40%):

• Skills in communicating orally and in writing in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to work effectively with personnel of widely varying levels of knowledge and experience including individuals from other ANSPs.

• Initiative and co-operation in meeting deadlines/goals.

• Patience, perseverance, and thoroughness.

Working conditions:

• Occasional travel required.

Flexible work arrangements:

• This position is a hybrid position with a minimum of three (3) days per week on site.

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.

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