General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada

defence and security

SystemEngineeringAnalyst,ISTARProgram,ElectronicWarfare

CA$90–110k Ottawa, Ontario, Canada FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“System Engineering Analyst, ISTAR Program, Electronic Warfare at General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada. Skills: System Engineering, Electronic Warfare, Agile, Requirements Management. Elicit requirements from end users. Document requirements in tools”

What You'll Achieve.

Support delivery of critical capabilities for the Canadian Army; Integrate EW sensor information into networks; Support intelligence processing for command and control; Deliver Intelligence, Reconnaissance, Target Acquisition and Surveillance capabilities; Provide flexible, multi-role and combat-capable communications, command and control

Industry & Context.

defence and security
Problems you'll solve

Problem solving and root cause analysis skills

Eligibility Requirements

Registered with the Canadian Controlled Goods program, All of its workforce be security assessed, Successful applicants must meet all applicable security requirements, Ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance, Applicants may be required to meet additional security requirements, Gain access to technical data, classified areas or information that is subject to international regulations, Must be eligible to work in Canada

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Minimum 5 years relevant experience, Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent, Knowledge of system engineering fundamentals, Knowledge of Agile requirement management fundamentals, Knowledge of verification and validation test fundamentals, Experience with Linux/routing/network design/cisco, Knowledge and use of requirements management tools (e. g. , DOORS), Knowledge and use of problem reporting tools (e. g. ClearQuest), Problem solving and root cause analysis skills, Time management skills to meet schedule and budget targets, Ability to understand complex technical systems, Must be eligible to work in Canada, Must meet all applicable security requirements, including but not limited to the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance

Nice to Have

Knowledge of Apache NiFi is an asset, Experience working with or familiarity with AI/ML models is preferred

What You'll Do.

Elicit requirements from end users

Document requirements in tools

Coordinate system engineering activities

Perform architecture activities

Perform design activities

Decompose user requirements

Produce architecture artifacts

Produce design artifacts

Review technical documentation

Support resolution of system defects

Support development activities

Support verification activities

Support validation activities

Provide coaching to team members

Provide mentorship to team members

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Coordinate system engineering activities with specialty engineering teams; Working with a multidisciplinary engineering team; Part of an agile development team; Connection: We believe people do their best work when they feel they belong; Different perspectives, experiences, and ways of thinking help us innovate and grow; Relationships with our teammates help us unite, overcome challenges; Committed to inclusivity and ensures every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered

Process & Methodology

Time management skills to meet schedule and budget targets

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. The ISTAR Electronic Warfare (EW) team is seeking a Systems Engineering Analyst to support delivery of critical capabilities for the Canadian Army. You will be working with a multidisciplinary engineering team to deliver Intelligence, Reconnaissance, Target Acquisition and Surveillance capabilities into a fully integrated tactical network, capable of providing flexible, multi-role and combat-capable communications, command and control. Specifically, the EW team is defining and building solutions to integrate EW sensor information into networks capable of supporting intelligence processing for command and control. You will be part of an agile development team, responsible for designing, integrating and validating solutions in accordance with the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe). Responsibilities * Elicit requirements from end users and document in requirement management tools * Coordinate system engineering activities with specialty engineering teams such as Safety, Security, HFE/UX * Perform architecture and/or design activities to decompose user requirements to technical solutions * Produce standard architecture/design artifacts such as operational or system views using DNDAF, use cases, system interfaces, trade studies, etc * Perform reviews of technical documentation * Support resolution of system defects * Support development, verification and validation activities as required * Provide coaching and mentorship to team members ## Qualifications * Minimum 5 years rele

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