Company Description
At General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada, our focus extends beyond engineering technology solutions—we are dedicated to cultivating careers. If you seek a purpose-driven career solving some of the world’s most critical problems, alongside some of the brightest engineering minds, your application is welcome. Join a community where your unique perspective propels innovation.
Why Join Us?
- Flexible Work Environment: We have On-site and Hybrid positions, this is often dependent on the nature of your role. We offer a variety of options for your work schedule which includes compressed work week options, flexible start times and shut down periods.
- Professional Development: We offer a number of resources and support to help develop your professional toolkit! You should anticipate regular progress reviews as well as access to educational assistance, professional designations and certification support, training and more!
- Total Rewards: Consider it covered—health, dental, and beyond. Early access to a pension plan with various perks to acknowledge your contributions to the organization.
Job Description
We are currently looking for System Engineering Analysts to join our team working on the Canadian Army’s tactical network. This platform is used within their vehicles and headquarters (HQ) is called the Land Command Support System (LCSS). This role is ideas for someone passionate about communication, complex systems, problem solving and working with customers and end users. The LCSS is often referred to as a “System of Systems”, indicative of its breadth, complexity and the diversity of solutions incorporated. Our team plays a key role in the architecture and design of the System as well as the integration and testing, on behalf of DND.
The responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Define and Document Capabilities in the form of Capability Descriptions and Scope Statements, Concept of Operations and Operational Use Cases based on the Vision of the Canadian Customer and the needs of the end user
- Gather requirements on Capabilities
- Provide guidance and support to the development teams for the implementation and revision of capabilities
- Identify gaps and areas of potential improvement to support the end users
- Provide support, guidance and recommendations to the stakeholder community ( DND, Canadian Army)
- Provide guidance and support to the Integration and Test Team including review of test cases, resolution of test discrepancies and analysis of test results
- Support and present at meetings with internal stakeholders as well as with the stakeholder community
- Support the development and execution of engineering plans, process and schedules
- Assume responsibility, ownership, and accountability for deliverables and work products
- Assume accountability for the quality of deliverables and work products
- Assume responsibility and accountability for meeting program commitments and achieving program milestones
Qualifications
- 1+ years of applicable system engineering or related experience
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, or applicable scientific discipline is required.
- Experience in requirements development and system design
- Experience and working knowledge of systems engineering tools including DOORS, and Team collaboration tools
- Demonstrated initiative and strong verbal and written communications skills
- The ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment, with minimum supervision
- Demonstrated capability of conducting technical analysis and documenting and communicating the results
- Demonstrated capability of meeting commitments and delivering high quality work product
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
We believe the unique contributions of each of our colleagues are key in our ability to drive innovation. By fostering a culture of belonging, encouraging idea sharing at all levels, and reinforcing the very real impact of what we do, we offer an environment where everyone can take pride in their work. We respect diverse opinions, and value the lived experiences each and every one of us bring to our workplace. If you require accommodation during any stage of the application process, please contact Human Resources via recruitment@gd-ms.ca.