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Naval Warfare Officer

Job in Brampton, Ontario, Canada
Listing for: Canadian Armed Forces | Forces armées canadiennes
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-07
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Marine Engineering / Maritime
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Overview
As a member of the military, Naval Warfare Officers manage and direct the maritime strategy, tactics and procedures in the operation of ships, submarines and aircraft, maritime sensors, combat information and weapons systems. They provide input into the design, procurement and evaluation of ships and systems, perform staff training and administrative duties, and are the only officers who can have Command of the Navy’s ships and submarines.

Responsibilities

Command, control and coordinate maritime military operations.

Lead and make decisions that affect the general conduct of operations and ship crew security.

Provide expertise in a wide range of activities related to sea power.

Direct and conduct strategies, tactics and procedures in the operation of ships, submarines, aircraft, maritime sensors, combat information and weapons systems.

Provide input into the design, procurement and evaluation of ships or systems.

Perform staff, training and administrative duties.

Work Environment
Naval Warfare Officers operate both at sea and ashore. At sea they work in a mobile, demanding setting with irregular schedules. When ashore they work a standard office day.

Entry Plans

Direct Entry Options – requires a university degree and may lead to direct placement into required on‑the‑job training after basic training.

Paid Education Options – the CAF may fund a bachelor degree program within the Royal Military College System or approved Canadian universities.

Training
Training begins with 12 weeks of basic officer training, followed by second‑language training. Naval Warfare Officers then attend a 12‑month course at the Naval Fleet School Pacific, including classroom, simulator and at‑sea training. After completion they receive a Bridge Watchkeeping Certificate and the Naval Warfare Officer Professional Qualification.

Specialization

Ship navigation

Above or underwater weapons direction

Management of information and communication systems

Submarine service

Clearance diving

Part‑time Options
The position is available for part‑time employment with the Primary Reserve. Reserve members serve mainly evenings and weekends, may volunteer for deployment, and receive 92.8% of Regular Force rates.

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