Job Specifications
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 seeking a Systems Engineering Analysts to join our System-of-Systems (SoS) Engineering team, supporting the Canadian Armed Forces’ C5ISR-T program. The C5ISR-T system provides the Armed Forces with a highly integrated tactical system comprised of communication systems such as radios and telephony, core networking systems that connect intelligence and surveillance assets, battle management systems that enable streamlined operations, and information management systems that process large amounts and types of data.
Based in either our Ottawa or Calgary facility, the ideal candidate would undertake a number of different initiatives, including (but not limited to) developing system requirements, modelling the system using MBSE techniques, and contextualizing the operational use cases of the system.
Key Responsibilities:
Work with the customer, the Department of National Defence (DND) to elicit and define operational requirements and desired capabilities.
Develop activity, sequence, use case, and block definition diagrams to describe mission scenarios and use cases.
Develop system requirements, interface specifications, and end-to-end information flows.
Manage the traceability of higher-level requirements to lower-level requirements and to test artifacts.
Utilize Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) techniques to develop Operational and System Views according to DNDAF and UAF.
Present status updates and conduct reviews with internal and external stakeholders.
Support testing activities including verification and validation of requirements, writing test cases, and producing Verification Cross Reference Matrices (VCRMs).
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, or applicable scientific discipline is required.
1+ years of applicable system engineering or related experience.
Experience working with requirements.
Experience diagramming system elements using block diagrams, sequence diagrams, and behavioural diagrams.
Demonstrated initiative and strong verbal and written communications skills.
The ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment, with minimum supervision.
Demonstrated capability of meeting commitments and delivering high quality work products.
Assets
Experience with requirements decomposition, traceability, and management.
Experience with requirements management tools (DOORS/ERM preferred).
Experience with designing networking systems.
Experience with system security.
Experience with work execution tools (RTC/EWM preferred).
Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering techniques and tools (Enterprise Architect preferred) .
Experience conducting technical analysis and documenting and communicating the results.
Knowledge of Systems Engineering standards and best practices (such as INCOSE).
Experience working with a government customer in a direct or indirect capacity.
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 $73,000-$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, as a fulltime regular/term employee you can enjoy a competitive total rewards package including:
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
About the Company
As one of Canada's largest, most established defence and security technology companies, General Dynamics Mission Systems-Canada is a force in the business community, developing and utilizing the skills of Canadian suppliers, building Canada's manufacturing base, and supporting research and development, while providing a flexible and innovation-driven workplace for over 1,200 employees across the country. For more than 70 years, we have been a trusted partner to militaries worldwide. We are proud of the work we do to develop ...
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