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Intermediate Systems Engineer – ISTAR

General Dynamics Missions System International100 open roles

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$80,000 – $88,000 a year
Where
Ottawa, ON, Canada
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Hybrid
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Your applicationOpen nowIntermediate Systems Engineer – ISTARGeneral Dynamics Missions System International · Ottawa, ON, Canada

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  5. 37.6%30 days
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General Dynamics Missions System International median: 32 days open

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Company Description

Build bold. Deliver impact. Win together.

At General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada, we’re not just engineering technology — we’re 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 you’re looking for meaningful work that contributes to a safer, more secure world, you’ll find purpose here. Every day, your skills will directly impact programs that matter.

Job Description

We are currently seeking an Intermediate Systems Engineer to join our Land Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (LC5ISR) team, supporting the delivery of advanced Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition and Reconnaissance (ISTAR) capabilities for the Canadian Army.

In this role, you will contribute to the design, development, integration and validation of complex systems that enable military communications, situational awareness and operational decision-making.

Working within a multidisciplinary Agile engineering team, you will take ownership of assigned systems engineering activities, develop technical solutions and collaborate with hardware and software engineers to deliver integrated tactical capabilities.

If you enjoy solving complex engineering challenges, exploring emerging technologies and contributing to systems that make a real-world impact, we encourage you to apply.

The following are typical responsibilities:

  • Analyze and decompose complex technical problems into achievable engineering solutions.
  • Develop and maintain system and subsystem requirements, ensuring alignment with operational needs and technical specifications.
  • Design and document system architectures, operational concepts, use cases and interfaces.
  • Develop architecture models using frameworks such as DnDAF and tools such as Enterprise Architect.
  • Manage requirements, traceability and engineering documentation using tools such as IBM DOORS.
  • Collaborate with software, hardware and integration teams to support the development of fully integrated ISTAR capabilities.
  • Plan and execute assigned system integration, verification and validation activities.
  • Investigate system defects, conduct root cause analysis and recommend corrective actions.
  • Evaluate new technologies and develop prototypes to assess their potential integration into existing capabilities.
  • Participate in technical reviews, design discussions and engineering decision-making.
  • Support Agile planning activities, including coordinating technical deliverables and feature development.
  • Support demonstrations, external validation activities and field trials.
  • Identify opportunities to improve engineering processes, system performance and technical solutions.
  • Provide technical guidance and knowledge-sharing support to junior engineering team members

Qualifications

What You Need to Have to Succeed

  • Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline, or equivalent education and experience.
  • 2–4 years of relevant professional experience in systems engineering or a related technical discipline, with demonstrated experience in requirements development, system design, integration, or verification and validation.
  • Professional experience applying systems engineering principles throughout the development lifecycle.
  • Experience developing and managing system or subsystem requirements.
  • Experience contributing to system design, architecture, integration, verification or validation activities.
  • Ability to analyze complex technical problems and develop effective solutions with a reasonable level of independence.
  • Understanding of hardware and software systems and their integration within complex technical environments.
  • Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple technical priorities and deliver engineering tasks within established schedules.
  • Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams.

What Makes You Stand Out:

  • Experience developing system architectures using DnDAF, DoDAF or similar frameworks.
  • Experience with Enterprise Architect or comparable system modelling tools.
  • Experience with IBM DOORS or other requirements management tools.
  • Familiarity with IBM Engineering Workflow Management (EWM/RTC), ClearQuest or Code Collaborator.
  • Knowledge of networking and communications technologies, including VLANs and routing.
  • Experience with complex systems integration or system-of-systems engineering.
  • Experience working with software-intensive systems.
  • Exposure to Agile development methodologies.
  • Experience supporting field trials, system demonstrations or external validation events.
  • Knowledge of defence systems, military communications, tactical networks or ISTAR technologies.

Additional Information

What We Offer

The hiring range for this position is $80,000 to $88,000 CAD annual.

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

Our Benefits:

At General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada, we prioritize work-life balance. As a fulltime regular/term employee, you can enjoy a supportive, friendly and respectful environment with a competitive total rewards package.

  • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage for you and your eligible dependents, from day one of employment at no cost to you. Flexible benefit options available (including HCSA). Emergency medical travel insurance. 24/7 virtual health care services.
  • Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) – counselling, life coaching, lifestyle change support, and financial planning.
  • Onsite fitness facilities & employee resource groups.
  • Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP) with employer contributions after 3 months of service.Access to financial advisors for investment advice and comprehensive financial planning. Voluntary Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) accessible from day one.
  • Flexible time away to rest and renew with vacation, holidays, vacation purchase plan and parental leaves (with top up options).Sick leave and disability programs.
  • Grow your career your way with free access to a learning platform offering a wide range of courses and resources.Educational Assistance Program to support formal learning. Self-directed mentoring opportunities. Reimbursement for professional and industry-related memberships and dues.
  • Employee discounts on travel, home and auto insurance, as well as services and activities.Free onsite parking. Annual scholarship program for children of GD employees. Employee social clubs and recreational activities.

Why join us?

  • Purposeful Innovation: You’ll work on innovations that genuinely make a difference. You’ll apply advanced thinking, design expertise, and practical problem-solving to help equip military and allied forces with leading-edge systems. You’ll 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 we’re 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, you’ll 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. You’ll 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

If you require accommodation during any stage of the application process, please contact Human Resources via [email protected].

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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