Job Description

As a key member of the End User Product Development Team (PDT), the Transition to Service Specialist plays an important role in ensuring that future Royal Canadian Navy operators receive systems, equipment, and documentation that are safe, effective, and fit for purpose. This position oversees and supports the development of Operability Statements (OPSTATs), ensuring they meet program milestones, incorporate expert review, and accurately reflect how equipment will be used in real-world naval operations.

The Transition to Service Specialist also collaborates closely with Human Systems Integration (HSI), Training, and Crewing teams to ensure OPSTAT information supports accurate determination of personnel requirements, skillsets, and operational considerations. Working within the River-class Destroyer (RCD) Integrated Product Team (IPT) structure, the Specialist advocates for end-user needs, supports the evaluation of engineering changes, and contributes to documentation, trials, test events, and acceptance activities across the project lifecycle.

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• Monitor subcontractor progress and milestone delivery of Operability Statements (OPSTATs).
• Coordinate SME reviews and prepare OPSTATs for submission to Canada.
• Extract task, equipment, and personnel requirements from OPSTATs to inform HSI, Training, and Crewing teams.
• Participate in CSC IPTs to represent end-user needs and ensure alignment with program standards.
• Support documentation related to requirements, design, integration, installation, and testing.
• Review engineering changes and identify impacts to system integration, test, and acceptance.
• Provide subject matter expertise during system tests, trials, and acceptance activities.
• Assist with knowledge transfer to the Royal Canadian Navy during ship acceptance.

Education

• Degree or diploma in a relevant technical or operational field (e.g., Marine Systems, Naval Operations, Engineering Technology, Human Systems Integration, or related discipline).
  

Experience & Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in naval operations aboard a major surface combatant (e.g., frigate or destroyer)
• Strong understanding of naval operational procedures, shipboard systems, and operator workflows.
• Experience with documentation, system evaluation, or integration support in a marine or defence environment (asset).
• Ability to interpret technical information and communicate clearly with engineering teams, operators, and project stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to coordinate multiple reviews, deliverables, and SME inputs.
• Comfortable working within complex Integrated Product Team structures

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and 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.
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