Bold Innovations in Tactical Systems for Defense & Public Safety
Kanata, Ontario
DEFSEC Technologies develops next-generation solutions that deliver a tactical advantage for military personnel, first responders, and personal use. The company organizes its operations into three core business lines: Less-Lethal, Digitization, and Counter-Threat. Less-Lethal: This portfolio includes the PARA SHOT™ and ARWEN® product families, which provide capabilities for self-defense, public safety, and realistic training. These products, ranging from low-energy cartridges and specialized projectiles to launcher systems, offer reliable and effective options for graduated response and protection. Digitization: Long-term government subcontracts providing services to enhance mission readiness and situational awareness for military forces through task-order based software solutions. DEFSEC also digitizes the tactical edge with Lightning™, a cloud-based, military-grade system built on Team Awareness Kit (TAK). Lightning™ allows first responders to operate with greater speed and precision in critical situations through live, encrypted communication, combining text, voice, and video in a single, intuitive interface. The platforms' instant onboarding and zero hardware requirements enable seamless deployment and enhanced coordination, ensuring secure, real-time intelligence when it matters most. Counter-Threat: DEFSEC addresses emerging operational risks, including weaponized laser systems. Its TAK-integrated Battlespace Laser Identification Sensor System (BLISS™) detects laser activity and enhances situational awareness and force protection in contested environments. It is designed to counter the growing threat of weaponized lasers against personnel and vehicles. Headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, DEFSEC focuses on delivering operationally relevant capability through disciplined engineering and applied innovation. DEFSEC (TSXV: DFSC, DFSC.WT.U; NASDAQ: DFSC, DFSCSW; FSE: 62UA) For inquiries: products@defsectec.com
On-site · Gatineau
The role involves supporting the design and implementation of Command and Control Specialty Applications for the Canadian Armed Forces. Key tasks include translating flow charts into code, testing programs, and documenting applications for future modification.
On-site · Kanata
The role involves designing and implementing tactical applications for the Canadian Armed Forces with a focus on reliability and scalability. Key duties include executing quality assurance test plans, documenting software defects, and performing regression testing.
On-site
Senior Software Manual Controller (SW Man Contr) – DSEF Company Overview KWESST (a DEFSEC Technologies company) develops and delivers next generation military and public safety technology for military and first responder customers. The company is proudly Canadian and provides Dismounted/Mounted Domain Expertise in Command-and-Control software development, integration, and support services. Job Description KWESST is seeking an experienced Senior Software Manual Controller (SW Man Contr) to join our team. This position will support the Canadian Armed Forces as part of the DSEF program for the…
On-site
Intermediate Software Programmer - DSEF Company Overview: KWESST (A DEFSEC Technologies company) develops and delivers next generation military and public safety technology for military and first responder customers. The company is proudly Canadian and provides Dismounted/Mounted Domain Expertise in Command-and-Control software development, integration, and support services. Job Description: KWESST is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Intermediate Programmer to become a part of our team. This position will be to support the Canadian Armed Forces as part of the Director Land Command…
On-site · Gatineau
Core responsibilities will involve the design, implementation, and management of DND’s Command and Control Specialty Applications. This role will contribute to developing state-of-the-art software solutions for the Canadian Armed Forces.
