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Winter 2026 Technical Co-op – Systems Engineer - SEIT Team

Lockheed Martin2 days ago
Halifax, NS
Mid Level

Top Benefits

Flexible schedules, Fridays off, remote
Competitive compensation
Vacation, personal days, holidays, parental leave

About the role

Systems Engineering

Halifax, NS, Montreal, QC, Ottawa, ON

17614BR

About the role

Participate in a structured cooperative educational/work program between Lockheed Martin Canada and a college/university student enrolled in an accredited degree program directly related to skills required by the company. Perform assigned tasks in technical/engineering disciplines e.g., Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering in the Systems Engineering field related to the Canadian Surface Combatant (CSC) Project. Specifically, the Systems Engineering (SE) Cross Product Team (CPT) involved in general coordination and engineering process management.

The candidate will participate in engineering activities including but not limited to:

  • Developing and owning engineering processes
  • Working with technical risk owners to develop handling plans
  • Coordinating the capture of evidence for Design Review Gates
  • Applying the fundamentals of systems engineering and updating the systems engineering management plan

What you bring to the role

  • Current student in an STEM program.
  • Working knowledge of MS Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
  • Aptitude for working well in teams.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Results-oriented self-starter attitude.
  • Eligibility for NATO Secret clearance.

Additional skills desired for the role

  • 8+ Month availability desired
  • IBM Doors experience
  • Active NATO Secret Security Clearance
  • Agile process experience ideally using JIRA
  • Advanced knowledge of MS Excel
  • Experience with Visio
  • Experience in Agile development
  • Experience developing metrics using various software tools including Tableau, Python and SQL

Language Requirements in Quebec

Knowledge of the English language is required for this role as the position described in this posting requires the candidate to communicate every day with a virtual team outside Quebec as well as communicate with different members of the organization, clients and suppliers located outside of Canada. For engineering positions, the candidate must also be able to read or modify technical documents from our main clients and write technical documents for these same clients.

What we offer you

We walk our talk when it comes to work/life balance! Your physical, mental and financial wellbeing matters to us. On top of working in a highly supportive, friendly, respectful environment, this is what you can expect when you join our team:

  • Flexible, compressed work schedules, depending on business requirements, where you have the option of Fridays off, as well as the possibility to work remote part-time

  • Competitive compensation

  • Time to recharge with vacation, personal days, holidays, and parental leaves

  • Comprehensive Family Medical, Dental and Vision coverage available on your first day of employment, along with:

    • Virtual Health Care (24/7 access to medical professionals)
    • A Wellness Spending Account to aid in your wellness journey
    • Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) which includes free face to face counselling sessions
    • Medical Travel Insurance
    • Onsite fitness facilities at our main office locations
  • A Registered Retirement Savings Plan that includes matching company contributions on your first day of employment, that also includes access to Financial Advisors providing investment advice and comprehensive financial planning

  • Employee discounts to save on goods, services and various recreational activities

  • Access to a robust spectrum of development resources to enhance your skills and/or advance your career including:

    • Free learning resources through a modern and engaging platform
    • Education Assistance Program
    • Reimbursement for a professional membership
    • Self-directed Mentoring

About us

Headquartered in Ottawa, Lockheed Martin Canada is the Canadian unit of Lockheed Martin Corporation, a global defense technology company driving innovation and advancing scientific discovery. Our all-domain mission solutions and 21st Century Security® vision accelerate the delivery of transformative technologies to ensure those we serve always stay ahead of ready. We operate major facilities in Ottawa, Montreal, Halifax, Calgary and Victoria and work on a wide range of programs from advanced naval technology products, aircraft sustainment, and unmanned systems software. This position is part of the Rotary and Mission Systems business area, where employees across Canada support engineering, systems integration, training, sustainment and in-service support programs for Canadian and international military customers across land, air and sea.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement. Furthermore, Lockheed Martin is dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive for all individuals. We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed.

Employee Type

Casual

Vacancy Type

Intern/Co-Op

Security requirement for this role

Controlled Goods Program

Clearance required for role

Nato Secret

About Lockheed Martin

Defense and Space Manufacturing
10,000+

We connect customers with integrated solutions & predictive technologies to ensure they stay ahead of emerging threats.

Headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products and services.