Systems Engineers, Canadian Air

Responsibilities for this Position

Location: 1941 Robertson Rd, Nepean, ON K2H 5B7, Canada

Employment Type: Fulltime-Regular

Company Description

Build bold. Deliver impact. Win together.

At General Dynamics Mission SystemsCanada, were not just engineering technology were shaping the future of defence and security. Our teams design and deliver advanced, mission-critical solutions that enhance national security, strengthen communities, and protect the people we serve.

If youre looking for meaningful work that contributes to a safer, more secure world, youll find purpose here. Every day, your skills will directly impact programs that matter.

Job Description

General Dynamics Mission Systems-Canada is hiring for Systems Engineering Analysts to our Canadian Air team. This opportunity is ideal for someone looking to be apart of a team working in mission-critical aerospace programs.

In this role, you will bring strong system level thinking and problem solving skills in order to contribute to critical project milestones through design, analysis, and test activities, including the development and execution of formal test cases. You will review and make updates to requirements, document architecture and diagrams, as well as support root cause investigations. You will also help transfer knowledge to more junior staff and leverage your areas of expertise towards technical solutions. Experience with navigation, RF, communications, or software systems is highly desirable.

The responsibilities and range of activities will vary depending on experience, but in general will include:

• Performing design, analysis and/or test activities in support of completing the project objectives
• Documenting analysis, designs and tests (e.g., architecture diagrams,, tech notes, design documents, test plans and test reports)
• Writing formal test cases and execute them to collect formal test results
• Preparing written test reports for submission to the end customer
• Investigating system problem reports and field incident reports; perform root cause and trend analyses
• Providing technical support during higher level integration and qualification testing
• Providing technical inputs to, and reviewing technical outputs from subcontractors
• Product and process improvements; identifying opportunities to improve products and services, and drive those changes
• Making presentations of work at design reviews or other types of peer review
• Providing support to the software team to ensure alignment to program requirements and operational performance expectations

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent
• Relevant systems engineering experience with complex electronic systems, or a combination of equivalent education and experience
• Minimum 5 years of experience; 10+ years preferred
• Defence and Aerospace experience is highly desirable
• Requirements development and system design
• Requirements management tools
• Systems Engineering processes and tools
• Supporting System Integration and System Verification
• Technical writing
• Understanding of Software and Systems Engineering principles
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to conduct analysis leading to sound conclusions
• Enthusiastic contributor, willing to learn, and takes pride and ownership of work

It is a requirement that General Dynamics Mission Systems-Canada be registered with the Canadian Controlled Goods program and that all of its workforce be security assessed. Successful applicants must meet all applicable security requirements, including but not limited to the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance. Applicants may be required to meet additional security requirements in order to gain access to technical data, classified areas or information that is subject to international regulations. You must be eligible to work in Canada.

Additional Information

The hiring range for this position is $90,000-$140,000. Our goal is to provide a fair and competitive offer based on an assessment of internal equity and your qualifications, including:

• Relevant experience
• Technical and non-technical skills
• Education and certifications

Benefits
As a full-time employee at General Dynamics Mission SystemsCanada, youll enjoy a competitive total rewards package that supports your professional and personal well-being:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and eligible dependents from day one (no cost), including flexible benefits options (HCSA) emergency travel insurance, and 24/7 virtual care services.
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP), onsite fitness facilities, and employee resource groups.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer contributions after 3 months, RRSP access from day one, and financial planning support.
• Flexible time off including vacation, holidays, parental leaves with top-up options, sick leave, and disability programs.
• Career development through learning platforms, educational assistance, mentoring, and reimbursement of professional memberships.
• Additional perks such as employee discounts, free onsite parking, social clubs, and an annual scholarship program for employees children.

Why join us?

• Purposeful Innovation: Youll work on innovations that genuinely make a difference. Youll apply advanced thinking, design expertise, and practical problem-solving to help equip military and allied forces with leading-edge systems. Youll be surrounded by some of the brightest minds in the defence sector, contributing to next-generation technologies in an environment that celebrates creativity, new ideas, and modern solutions.
• Connection: We believe people do their best work when they feel they belong, and their ideas can flourish. Different perspectives, experiences, and ways of thinking help us innovate and grow. Strong relationships with our teammates help us unite, overcome challenges, and deliver the world-class quality were known for. Here, we are committed to inclusivity and ensures every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered.
• Challenging and Rewarding Career Pathways: Your career path matters to us. From mentorship and regular check-ins with your leader to educational support, professional certifications, and continuous training, youll have the resources you need to thrive. We encourage internal mobility so you can explore different business areas, broaden your skillset, and expand your network. Youll be working on high-profile, impactful projects that challenge your skills, expand your expertise, and allow you to both learn from mentors and guide others along the way.

Accommodation
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Closing Date
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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