Lead Systems Engineering Specialist
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Lead Systems Engineering Specialist/Engineer P54
Job Description
The Lead Systems Engineering (LSE) Specialist/Engineer is responsible for overseeing the system and subsystem-level requirements, design, integration, and compliance assessments of our products, ensuring they meet rigorous performance, safety, and operational requirements. This role requires a deep understanding of both mechanical, electrical, tactical and weapon systems, and the ability to lead a multidisciplinary team through the entire product lifecycle from concept to technical data package release. The LSE Specialist/Engineer is responsible for the development and execution of the design engineering process as well as development of requirements work products (SPS, SSPS, PDFS, SwRS, and Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) work products).
Key Job Elements
Lead the development of subsystem requirements in DOORS and/or Cameo, etc. for both Production and IR&D projects; and ensure all designs comply with the subsystem specifications needs. Engage with key stakeholders to makes sure requirements are aligned with customer and stakeholder needs. Support / document requirement allocations (Size, Weight, Power, Cooling, Reliability, etc). Develop and maintain requirements traceability to both customer requirements and internal GDLS standards. Contribute to the integration of subsystems into complete vehicle systems, including support of the testing and validation processes to confirm functionality, reliability, and safety under various operational conditions. Lead Design Maturity Review (DMR) meetings for assigned subsystems and assess maturity risk levels. Support Technical Liaison between the company and clients, regulatory bodies, and subcontractors. Employ the fundamentals of MBSE and systems engineering practices. Prepare detailed technical reports, design documentation, and specifications. Ensure all project documentation is accurate and up-to-date. Support the development of the System Engineering Management Plan (SEMP) and SE Planning Activities. Contribute to the Lessons learned database for active programs with respect to systems engineering processes. Support and contribute to the subsystem design description development by working with design engineering teams. Lead Systems Engineering activities (DMRs, Gates (SRR, SFR, PDR, CDR), TPM and product deliverables (CDRLs)).
Required Qualifications
University Degree or College Diploma in a related field
Minimum 3 years relevant experience Demonstrated ability to develop budgets and schedules Strong technical and analytical ability Product knowledge of the LAV vehicle Strong communication, organization and prioritization skills Demonstrated ability to give presentations to internal and external customers Must be able to meet Anthropometrical Size Requirements for confined space Demonstrated knowledge of mobility systems and vehicle performance Strong knowledge of cross-departmental procedures / practices and vehicle design practices Basic understanding of requirements development and system verification processes Intermediate computer skills in MS Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint Ability to travel (5% Cdn) and (10% US & International) and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport
Preferred Qualifications
P.Eng or the ability to obtain a P.Eng
Working Conditions
Physical Conditions and Hazards
The conditions in which an individual or staff works, including but not limited to such things as amenities, physical environment, stress and noise levels, degree of safety or danger, temperature, location.
Physical Environment: Office
Hazards: NA
Physical Demands Description
This section objectively captures and describes the physical demands that are required to perform a particular job or role. Usually completed by the ergonomist
Usual mobility demands required are standing, walking, sitting, and stair climbing to access upper offices.
Equipment Utilized
This section describes the type of equipment an employee is required to use
Computer
Phone
Mobile device
Medical Surveillance
May include: Anthropometrical Size Restrictions depending on task
Personal Protective Equipment
Applicable when interacting with shop floor (safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection. extraction coveralls)
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About General Dynamics Land Systems–Canada
General Dynamics Land Systems-Canada is a global leader in providing land and amphibious combat vehicle solutions. Based in London, Ontario, our employees are driven by the need to develop new technologies used to provide our customers with innovative cutting-edge platform solutions. Our specialists are among Canada’s finest in the defence industry, exceling in the areas of machining, materials, electronics, software development, prototyping, logistic support, and systems integration.
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Lead Systems Engineering Specialist
About the role
Description
Lead Systems Engineering Specialist/Engineer P54
Job Description
The Lead Systems Engineering (LSE) Specialist/Engineer is responsible for overseeing the system and subsystem-level requirements, design, integration, and compliance assessments of our products, ensuring they meet rigorous performance, safety, and operational requirements. This role requires a deep understanding of both mechanical, electrical, tactical and weapon systems, and the ability to lead a multidisciplinary team through the entire product lifecycle from concept to technical data package release. The LSE Specialist/Engineer is responsible for the development and execution of the design engineering process as well as development of requirements work products (SPS, SSPS, PDFS, SwRS, and Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) work products).
Key Job Elements
Lead the development of subsystem requirements in DOORS and/or Cameo, etc. for both Production and IR&D projects; and ensure all designs comply with the subsystem specifications needs. Engage with key stakeholders to makes sure requirements are aligned with customer and stakeholder needs. Support / document requirement allocations (Size, Weight, Power, Cooling, Reliability, etc). Develop and maintain requirements traceability to both customer requirements and internal GDLS standards. Contribute to the integration of subsystems into complete vehicle systems, including support of the testing and validation processes to confirm functionality, reliability, and safety under various operational conditions. Lead Design Maturity Review (DMR) meetings for assigned subsystems and assess maturity risk levels. Support Technical Liaison between the company and clients, regulatory bodies, and subcontractors. Employ the fundamentals of MBSE and systems engineering practices. Prepare detailed technical reports, design documentation, and specifications. Ensure all project documentation is accurate and up-to-date. Support the development of the System Engineering Management Plan (SEMP) and SE Planning Activities. Contribute to the Lessons learned database for active programs with respect to systems engineering processes. Support and contribute to the subsystem design description development by working with design engineering teams. Lead Systems Engineering activities (DMRs, Gates (SRR, SFR, PDR, CDR), TPM and product deliverables (CDRLs)).
Required Qualifications
University Degree or College Diploma in a related field
Minimum 3 years relevant experience Demonstrated ability to develop budgets and schedules Strong technical and analytical ability Product knowledge of the LAV vehicle Strong communication, organization and prioritization skills Demonstrated ability to give presentations to internal and external customers Must be able to meet Anthropometrical Size Requirements for confined space Demonstrated knowledge of mobility systems and vehicle performance Strong knowledge of cross-departmental procedures / practices and vehicle design practices Basic understanding of requirements development and system verification processes Intermediate computer skills in MS Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint Ability to travel (5% Cdn) and (10% US & International) and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport
Preferred Qualifications
P.Eng or the ability to obtain a P.Eng
Working Conditions
Physical Conditions and Hazards
The conditions in which an individual or staff works, including but not limited to such things as amenities, physical environment, stress and noise levels, degree of safety or danger, temperature, location.
Physical Environment: Office
Hazards: NA
Physical Demands Description
This section objectively captures and describes the physical demands that are required to perform a particular job or role. Usually completed by the ergonomist
Usual mobility demands required are standing, walking, sitting, and stair climbing to access upper offices.
Equipment Utilized
This section describes the type of equipment an employee is required to use
Computer
Phone
Mobile device
Medical Surveillance
May include: Anthropometrical Size Restrictions depending on task
Personal Protective Equipment
Applicable when interacting with shop floor (safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection. extraction coveralls)
Not the right fit? Search for Systems Engineering Specialist jobs in London, Ontario, Canada
About General Dynamics Land Systems–Canada
General Dynamics Land Systems-Canada is a global leader in providing land and amphibious combat vehicle solutions. Based in London, Ontario, our employees are driven by the need to develop new technologies used to provide our customers with innovative cutting-edge platform solutions. Our specialists are among Canada’s finest in the defence industry, exceling in the areas of machining, materials, electronics, software development, prototyping, logistic support, and systems integration.