General Dynamics Mission System International

Defense And Space

SeniorProjectEngineer-SystemsEngineer

CA$135–185k ~AI est. Ottawa, Ontario, Canada FULL TIME
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The Brief

“Senior Project Engineer - Systems Engineer at General Dynamics Mission System International. Skills: Systems Engineering, Product Development, Technical Leadership. Provide leadership and direction. Assume full technical responsibility”

Industry & Context.

Defense And Space
Problems you'll solve

Multi-faceted product development NPI problems; Risk analysis; Corrective action

Eligibility Requirements

Canadian Controlled Goods program registration, Security assessed workforce, Canadian government security clearance

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree or equivalent, 10+ years of related engineering experience, Proven experience with electronics hardware-oriented product development NPI, Ability to assess technical contribution, Broad knowledge of System development process, Broad knowledge of Supply chain management processes, Eligible to work in Canada, Meet all applicable security requirements, Obtain and maintain Canadian government security clearance

Nice to Have

Experience with Display products, Experience working with or familiarity with AI/ML models

What You'll Do.

Provide leadership and direction

Assume full technical responsibility

Ensure seamless collaboration and communication

Schedule and coordinate design review gates

Author or oversee creation of project deliverable documents

Collaborate with Project Manager to review project performance

Take corrective action

Support development and maintenance of engineering project plans

Interface with support departments

Communicate and interface with customers

Prepare Basis of Estimate

Identify opportunities for product and process improvements

Drive implementation of necessary changes

Track component obsolescence issues

Track material constraints

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaboration within team; Collaboration across departments; Work with colleagues

Communication Scope

Verbal communication; Written communication; Customer communication; Clear communication; Concise communication; Professional communication

Process & Methodology

Project execution, Project performance review, Engineering project plans

Full Job 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. Are you ready to take the helm and steer a talented team of engineers toward success? We are currently looking for a Project Engineer with technical leadership skills to play a driving force behind the introduction of new cutting-edge projects. Working in our Land & Joint division in Advanced Vetronics Systems, you will thrive in a collaborative environment and foster strong communication with colleagues to execute on projects and shared goals. Some of your day to day will include: * Provide leadership and direction to a team of engineers and support personnel during project execution. * Assume full technical responsibility and accountability for difficult, multi-faceted product development NPI problems. * Ensure seamless collaboration and communication within the team and across departments. * Schedule and coordinate design review gates in alignment with the Engineering Development Framework. * Author or oversee the creation of project deliverable documents, maintaining a commitment to quality and precision. * Collaborate with the Project Manager to review project performance monthly, analyzing risks (technical, cost, schedule), and taking corrective action as needed. * Support the development and maintenance of engineering project plans and other business plans. * Interface with support departments, Supply Chain, Component Engineering, and Contracts to ensure smooth project progression. * Communicate and interface with customers, responding to queries and Request fo

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