Technical Officer, Quality Assurance
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Job Summary
Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women Indigenous Peoples* (First Nations Inuit and Métis) persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.
* The Employment Equity Act which is under review uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.
Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process.
City:Ottawa
OrganizationalUnit:Design and Fabrication Services
Classification:TO-3
Tenure:Continuing
Language Requirements:English or French
Underfilling may be considered if competition is unsuccessful.
Work arrangements: Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements this position will require full-time physical presence at the NRC work location identified.
Discover the possible
Anything is possible at the NRC named in 2025 one of Canadas Top Employers for Young People Top Employer in the National Capital Region and Forbes Canadas Best Employers!
As Canadas largest research and innovation organization our world-renowned research pushes the boundaries of science and engineering to make the impossible possible. Every day we explore new ideas through innovative research and help companies discover possibilities that impact Canadas future and the world.
At the NRC youll also discover new possibilities. Our supportive workplace fosters a culture of creativity welcoming fresh perspectives and innovation at all levels. We value teamwork. Youll collaborate across multiple fields and with the brightest minds to find creative solutions. Most importantly youll discover whats possible within you as you grow make valuable contributions and progress in your professional journey. From ground-breaking discoveries to a life-changing career discover your possible at the NRC.
The role
We are looking for a Technical Officer Quality Assurance to support our Design and Fabrication Services Branch. The Technical Officer Quality Assurance would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity Excellence Respect and Creativity.
The Technical Officer Quality Assurance is required to perform detailed dimensional and quality control inspections on a wide variety of parts and assemblies to perform 3D data acquisition to support DFS activities as well as assist the Quality Manager with implementation and continuous improvement the Quality Management System.
Screening criteria
Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:
Education
Two-year college diploma in quality assurance quality control mechanical engineering technology or precision fabrication trade.
The following certification(s) might be considered as assets:
- Quality control Technician
- Quality control Inspector
- Auditor or Quality Assurance Process Analyst
For information oncertificates and diplomas issued abroad please see Degree equivalency
Experience
- Significant*and recent hands-on experience in performing quality control and dimensional inspections on mechanical parts and assemblies within the context of an ISO compliant Quality Management System.
- Significant* experience using 3D metrology systems such as Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) 3D scanning techniques and related software.
- Basic** experience working in maintaining and continuously improving ISO 9001 type quality management system processes including non-conformances corrective and preventive actions and auditing.
- Basic** experience in performing calibration of traditional measuring instruments.
**Basic: 6 months to 2 years
*Significant: 2 to 6 years
Condition of employment
Secret clearance
A thorough security clearance process will be applied.
For a Secret Clearance verification of background information over a period of 10 years is required. Individuals must have lived in Canada for a sufficient period of time to enable the security screening process.
Language requirements
English or French
Information on language requirements and self-assessment tests
Assessment criteria
Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:
Technical competencies
- Advanced knowledge in reading and interpreting engineering drawing with understanding of ASME Y14.5 Geometrical Dimensioning and Tolerancing standard.
- Determine the conformity of manufactured parts using a variety of metrology equipment including Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) and 3D scanners.
- Solid knowledge of 3D metrology software such as Polyworks Inspector.
- Knowledge of manual metrology equipment usage and calibration process of such equipment.
Behavioural competencies
- Technology support - Client focus (Level 2)
- Technology support - Communication (Level 2)
- Technology support - Conceptual and analytical ability (Level 2)
- Technology support - Results orientation (Level 3)
- Technology support - Self-knowing and self-development (Level 1)
Competency Profile(s)
For this position the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile(s): Technology Support
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Compensation
From $66126to $91012per annum.
NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including a robust pension plan comprehensive health and dental coverage disability and life insurance office closure at the end of December and additional supports to enhance your well-being throughout your career and beyond.
Notes
- In 2025 the NRC was chosen as one of Canadas Top Employers for Young People a National Capital Region Top Employerand Forbes Canadas Best Employer.
- Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRCs directives.
- A pre-qualified listmay be established for similar positions for a one year period.
- Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.
- The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.
- We thank all those who apply however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Please direct your questions with the requisition number (25490) to:
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Closing Date: 22 June 2026- 23:59 Eastern Time
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*If you are currently a term or continuing employee at NRC please apply through the SuccessFactors Careers module from your NRC computer.
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About Company
The Communications Security Establishment (CSE) is one of Canada’s key security and intelligence organizations. We work tirelessly to protect Canada and Canadians against threats by providing valuable foreign signals intelligence. We also develop and provide sophisticated and advance ... View more
