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?

• Realize your Impact: Our work enables customers to successfully navigate missions across diverse domains of operation. Your fresh perspectives and ideas have the power to shape real solutions, influence projects and drive meaningful change.

• Kick-start your Career: Immerse yourself in various industry facets, gaining insights that span from cutting-edge technology to project management. Elevate your resume with a distinguished company to set the stage for a rewarding career, while paving the way for future full-time opportunities within General Dynamics.

• Grow your Network: Work side by side with talented professionals who are excited to share their experience and develop your skills. Have meaningful interactions, ask questions, and build relationships that can lead to lasting industry connections.

• Balance your Life: We have On-site and Hybrid positions, this is often dependant 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. We champion work-life balance, ensuring you have time for personal endeavors and your professional aspirations.

Job Description

General Dynamics Mission Systems-Canada currently has an opportunity available for a System Integration Engineer Co-op to work in our Land & Joint Solutions business area. Land & Joint Solutions provides assured information distribution and management in mission-critical operational environments where conditions are harsh, austere and hostile to ensure the right information, gets to the right place, at the right time, to enable the right actions.

Our capabilities and services include:

• Communications and Networking – The Tactical Internet
• Cyber Security and Defence
• Command and Control – C2 systems through to information fusion and decision support
• Complex C4ISR System of System Integration Challenges
• Smart Displays
• Advanced Vehicle Electronic Systems

The responsibilities and range of activities may vary, but in general will include:

• Develop and execute test cases and procedures, and test methods for system verification tests

• Opportunity to develop automated test programs, and design and participate in validation tests in the lab

• Set up and configure network devices, computers and radios for use in the test environment

• You will work side-by-side with the customer in an Integrated Product Team environment and interact with software engineering, systems engineering, and management teams

• This position will include working with Networking and routing, VLANs, Microsoft applications, radios, voice and data networks, and various automation, troubleshooting, and simulation tools (Robot Framework, Wireshark, VCCI, CORE, VBS).

Qualifications

Education

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline such as computer science, electrical or software engineering.

Additional

• Experience with any of the following tools are highly desirable:
  • Troubleshooting and simulation tools (Robot Framework, Wireshark, CORE, VBS)
  • Microsoft Visio
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Python
  • Powershell
• Some scripting experience would be an asset.
• Some data analysis and metrics reporting would be an asset.
• Strong communication and time management skills.
• Strong problem solving and root cause analysis skills.
• Enthusiastic contributor, willingness to learn new skills and takes on ownership of work.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment, with minimum supervision.

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

This position is an on-site position at our Ottawa facility

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. If you require accommodation during any stage of the application process, please contact Human Resources via recruitment@gd-ms.ca.