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System Engineering, Networking Junior/Intermediate

Hybrid
Calgary, AB
CA$75,000 - CA$90,000/annual
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Top Benefits

Medical, dental, vision coverage for employee and dependents, no cost.
24/7 virtual health care and emergency travel insurance.
Pension plan with employer contributions after 3 months.

About the role

Company Description

Build bold. Deliver impact. Win together.

At General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada, we’re not just engineering technology — we’re shaping the future of defence and security. Our teams design and deliver advanced, mission-critical solutions that enhance national security, strengthen communities, and protect the people we serve.

If you’re looking for meaningful work that contributes to a safer, more secure world, you’ll find purpose here. Every day, your skills will directly impact programs that matter.

Job Description

We are currently looking for a Junior/IntermediateSystems Engineering Analyst Networking to help shape the evolution of the Land Command Support System (LCSS) network supporting the Canadian Armed Forces’ Land C5ISR-T (Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance – Targeting) program. In this role, you will work with the Tactical Communications (TacComms) Network Systems Engineering team to design and improve the LCSS network to support the exchange of voice and data between Canadian Army members over a range of wireless and wired links.

What You’ll Do

  • Engage with the customer to elicit and define system expectations for desired capabilities.

  • Obtain agreement with the customer on the scope and boundaries of the problem space for the desired capabilities

  • Interface with User Experience and Mission Specialist (former Canadian Army personnel) to understand user needs

  • Design networking solutions to switch/route traffic between the various elements of the Canadian Army (Headquarters elements, Fighting/Support vehicles, dismounted soldiers) to support the exchange of voice and data over a range of bearer devices (i.e., wired or wireless links that carry voice and data between elements)

  • Develop activity, sequence, use case, and block definition diagrams using Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) techniques to describe the configuration of the LCSS network and the flow of information through the LCSS network.

  • Develop system requirements, interface specifications and design documents for the software providing LCSS network functions.

  • Manage the traceability of higher-level requirements to lower-level requirements and to test artifacts.

  • Manage System Problem Reports (SPRs) and Observations by providing proper upfront analysis and input to support bug fixes as well as seeing the proper close out of each SPR.

  • Support integration and test activities, including reviewing test cases, analyzing results, and helping resolve discrepancies.

  • Participate in meetings and reviews with both internal teams and external stakeholders, presenting insights and recommendations.

  • Take ownership of deliverables and contribute to meeting key program milestones and commitments

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering (Electrical, Computer, Engineering Physics, etc.), Computer Science, or applicable scientific discipline is required.
  • 1+ years of applicable system engineering or related experience.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, including the ability to perform technical analysis, root cause investigation and communicating the result.
  • Demonstrated initiative and strong verbal and written communications skills
  • The ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment, with minimum supervision
  • Enthusiastic contributor, willing to learn new skills, and takes ownership of assigned work.
  • Demonstrated capability of meeting commitments and delivering high quality work product

Assets

  • Exposure to enterprise or tactical networking concepts, including Ethernet, IP networking, VLANs, and wireless communication principles.
  • Knowledge of unicast and multicast routing protocols and/or the configuration of Cisco based network solutions
  • Experience in requirements development and system design
  • Experience with systems engineering tools including UML/SysML diagrams (sequence, activity, etc.), Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) Tools (e.g., Enterprise Architect, Rhapsody, Cameo), DOORS/IBM Engineering Requirements Management (ERM), IBM Engineering Workflow Manager (EWM) and Team collaboration tools (e.g., MS Teams, Sharepoint, OneNote, etc.)
  • Experience supporting integration, verification, and validation activities at the system or subsystem level.

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

What We Offer
The hiring range for this position is $75,000-$90,000 CAD annual.

Our goal is to provide a fair and competitive offer based on an assessment of internal equity and your qualifications, including:

  • Relevant experience
  • Technical and non-technical skills
  • Education and certifications

Benefits
At General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada, you can enjoy a supportive, friendly and respectful environment with a competitive total rewards package.

  • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage for you and your eligible dependents, from day one of employment at no cost to you.
    • Flexible benefit options available (including HCSA).
    • Emergency medical travel insurance.
    • 24/7 virtual health care services.
  • Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) – counselling, life coaching, lifestyle change support, and financial planning.
  • Onsite fitness facilities & employee resource groups.
  • Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP) with employer contributions after 3 months of service.
    • Access to financial advisors for investment advice and comprehensive financial planning.
    • Voluntary Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) accessible from day one.
  • Flexible time away to rest and renew with vacation, holidays, vacation purchase plan and parental leaves (with top up options).
    • Sick leave and disability programs.
  • Grow your career your way with free access to a learning platform offering a wide range of courses and resources.
    • Educational Assistance Program to support formal learning.
    • Self-directed mentoring opportunities.
    • Reimbursement for professional and industry-related memberships and dues.
  • Employee discounts on travel, home and auto insurance, as well as services and activities.
    • Free onsite parking.
    • Annual scholarship program for children of GD employees.
    • Employee social clubs and recreational activities.

Why join us?

  • Purposeful Innovation: You’ll work on innovations that genuinely make a difference. You’ll apply advanced thinking, design expertise, and practical problem-solving to help equip military and allied forces with leading-edge systems. You’ll be surrounded by some of the brightest minds in the defence sector, contributing to next-generation technologies in an environment that celebrates creativity, new ideas, and modern solutions.
  • Connection: We believe people do their best work when they feel they belong, and their ideas can flourish. Different perspectives, experiences, and ways of thinking help us innovate and grow. Strong relationships with our teammates help us unite, overcome challenges, and deliver the world-class quality we’re known for. Here, we are committed to inclusivity and ensures every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered.
  • Challenging and Rewarding Career Pathways: Your career path matters to us. From mentorship and regular check-ins with your leader to educational support, professional certifications, and continuous training, you’ll have the resources you need to thrive. We encourage internal mobility so you can explore different business areas, broaden your skillset, and expand your network. You’ll be working on high-profile, impactful projects that challenge your skills, expand your expertise, and allow you to both learn from mentors and guide others along the way.

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

Closing Date
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

About General Dynamics Mission Systems

Defense and Space Manufacturing
10,000+

At General Dynamics Mission Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, we develop mission critical C4ISR solutions across the land, sea, air, space and cyber domains, but that doesn’t tell our whole story.

When downed pilots are isolated in enemy territory, our equipment gives them a lifeline to call home. When a student opens a textbook to learn about the universe, they’re looking at data and pictures sent using our technology. When the government needs to share crucial top-secret information, our products help them keep this information out of the wrong hands. When sailors need to locate underwater mines, our technology allows them to find explosives with unmanned underwater vehicles.

Delivering C4ISR technology is what we do but we think why we do it is more important.