RM-SE Salary 2026: $69,356–$129,996 — RCMP - Special Equipment (Government of Canada)
Effective Date: 2024-04-01 · Verified 2026-04-26
RM-SE rates of pay for all RM-SE (RCMP - Special Equipment) levels in the Canadian federal public service, 2026. Salaries range from $69,356 to $129,996 across 5 levels. Category: Law & Regulation. Source: Treasury Board collective agreements.
| Level | Step 1 | Step 2 | Step 3 | Step 4 | Step 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RM-SE-01 | $69,356 ~$50K net | $72,270 ~$52K net | $75,193 ~$53K net | $78,120 ~$55K net | $81,471 ~$57K net |
| RM-SE-02 | $75,983 ~$54K net | $78,925 ~$56K net | $81,834 ~$57K net | $84,802 ~$59K net | $88,196 ~$61K net |
| RM-SE-03 | $81,475 ~$57K net | $84,855 ~$59K net | $88,232 ~$61K net | $91,576 ~$63K net | $96,124 ~$66K net |
| RM-SE-04 | $100,830 ~$69K net | $105,211 ~$72K net | $109,594 ~$75K net | $113,974 ~$77K net | $118,524 ~$80K net |
| RM-SE-05 | $112,135 ~$76K net | $116,487 ~$79K net | $120,879 ~$81K net | $125,273 ~$84K net | $129,996 ~$87K net |
Net estimates assume Ontario, no dependents, PSPP Group 2 (post-2013 hire). Use the calculator for your full situation including province, marital status, RRSP, union dues, and pension group.
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RM-SE-01
$69,356 – $81,471
$2,668 – $3,134 biweekly (before deductions)
Rates effective from 2024-04-01 · Last verified 2026-04-26 · methodology
RM-SE-01 pay raise history (rates from previous collective agreements)
| Effective Date | Step 1 | Step 2 | Step 3 | Step 4 | Step 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-04-01 | $69,356 | $72,270 | $75,193 | $78,120 | $81,471 |
| 2023-04-01 | $66,663 | $69,464 | $72,274 | $75,086 | $78,308 |
| 2022-04-01 | $64,081 | $66,773 | $69,474 | $72,178 | $75,275 |
RM-SE – RCMP - Special Equipment
$69,356 – $129,996
$2,668 – $5,000 biweekly (before deductions)
5 levels · Salary data from Treasury Board collective agreements
Rates effective from 2024-04-01 · Last verified 2026-04-26 · methodology
About the RM-SE Classification at Royal Canadian Mounted Police
The RM-SE (Special Equipment) group at the RCMP covers specialist technical positions supporting RCMP operational technology: surveillance equipment maintenance, electronic countermeasures, communications systems, technical investigation support, and the specialized equipment used by federal policing units. RM-SE positions typically require an electronics or engineering technology background plus security clearance up to Top Secret depending on the role. Many RM-SE positions support classified or sensitive operations and are not publicly advertised.
RM-SE-01 ($69,356 to $81,471) is the entry-level technician position with five step increments. RM-SE-02 ($75,983 to $88,196) and RM-SE-03 ($81,475 to $96,124) cover working-level specialists and senior technicians. RM-SE-04 ($100,830 to $118,524) is a senior technical lead position. RM-SE-05 ($112,135 to $129,996) is the most senior RM-SE classification, typically a principal technical specialist or programme lead in a specific equipment domain. The five-level structure mirrors the typical career progression for specialist technicians in federal law enforcement technical services.
RM-SE falls under the NPF collective agreement as part of the RM family of pay structures, with rates published in TBS Appendix A. Compared to private-sector electronics or technical specialist roles, RM-SE pay is competitive at the working levels but lags at the senior levels (RM-SE-04 and RM-SE-05) where private-sector technology compensation rises faster. The compensating factors are access to RCMP-specific equipment and operational support work, the RCMP Superannuation Act pension, and the deep specialization that develops over a career within federal technical services.
RM-SE salary — frequently asked questions
What is the RM-SE salary range?
The RM-SE (RCMP - Special Equipment) salary range is $69,356 to $129,996 per year as of 2024-04-01, across 5 levels (RM-SE-01, RM-SE-02, RM-SE-03, RM-SE-04, RM-SE-05). Rates are sourced from Royal Canadian Mounted Police's publicly published pay scales.
What does RM-SE stand for at Royal Canadian Mounted Police?
RM-SE is the classification code for RCMP - Special Equipment positions at Royal Canadian Mounted Police. It covers 5 levels (RM-SE-01, RM-SE-02, RM-SE-03, RM-SE-04, RM-SE-05) reflecting different levels of responsibility and seniority.
How much does a RM-SE-01 make?
A RM-SE-01 earns $69,356 (Step 1) to $81,471 (Step 5) per year as of 2024-04-01.
How much does a RM-SE-02 make?
A RM-SE-02 earns $75,983 (Step 1) to $88,196 (Step 5) per year as of 2024-04-01.
How much does a RM-SE-03 make?
A RM-SE-03 earns $81,475 (Step 1) to $96,124 (Step 5) per year as of 2024-04-01.
How much does a RM-SE-04 make?
A RM-SE-04 earns $100,830 (Step 1) to $118,524 (Step 5) per year as of 2024-04-01.
How much does a RM-SE-05 make?
A RM-SE-05 earns $112,135 (Step 1) to $129,996 (Step 5) per year as of 2024-04-01. RM-SE-05 is the senior-most level in the RM-SE group at Royal Canadian Mounted Police.
When was the RM-SE pay scale last updated?
The current RM-SE pay scale on FedPay.ca is effective 2024-04-01, with a total of 25 pay steps across 5 levels. Data is verified against Royal Canadian Mounted Police's primary source regularly.
What is the RM-SE take-home pay after taxes?
RM-SE take-home pay depends on your level, step, province, and pension group. Use the FedPay.ca take-home pay calculator at fedpay.ca/take-home to see your net pay after federal tax, provincial tax, CPP, EI, and pension contributions for any RM-SE level and step.