Junior Systems Engineer – ISTAR

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Analyze and break down complex issues into actionable solutions.

• Create and document system designs, use cases, and system interfaces.

• Conduct architectural modeling utilizing tools such as Enterprise Architect.

• Manage requirements with tools like IBM DOORS.

• Assist in verification and validation processes.

• Develop prototypes of potential solutions for recommendation purposes.

• Investigate system defects and generate problem reports.

• Aid in the planning and coordination of solution and feature development.

• Support external validation testing events and field trials.

• Collaborate on networking and routing, including VLANs.

• Stay updated on technologies, products, and market trends relevant to the role.

• Offer coaching and mentorship to team members.

• Work in collaboration with a multidisciplinary Agile engineering team throughout the systems engineering lifecycle.

• Contribute to system architecture, requirements development, integration, and verification for ISTAR capabilities supporting the Canadian Army.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent education and experience.

• 0–1 years of relevant experience in systems engineering or a related technical area.

• Recent graduates and candidates with relevant co-op or internship experience are highly encouraged to apply.

• Foundational understanding of systems engineering principles and methodologies.

• Knowledge of system design, integration, and testing fundamentals.

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.

• Capability to comprehend technical concepts and contribute to the development of complex systems.

• Proficient written and verbal communication skills.

• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage assigned tasks and meet deadlines.

• Eagerness to learn new technologies, engineering tools, and methodologies.

• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

• Familiarity with architectural modeling tools like Enterprise Architect.

• Exposure to requirements management tools such as IBM DOORS.

• Understanding of systems engineering architecture frameworks like DnDAF or DoDAF.

• Basic knowledge of networking concepts, including VLANs and routing.

• Familiarity with software development, hardware integration, or system testing.

• Exposure to Agile development methodologies.

• Interest in defense technologies, military communications, or intelligence and surveillance systems.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your eligible dependents, starting from day one of employment at no cost to you.

• Flexible benefit options, including Health Care Spending Accounts (HCSA).

• Emergency medical travel insurance.

• 24/7 access to virtual health care services.

• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP), offering counseling, life coaching, lifestyle change support, and financial planning.

• Onsite fitness facilities and employee resource groups.

• Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP) with employer contributions after three months of service.

• Access to financial advisors for investment advice and thorough financial planning.

• Voluntary Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) available from day one.

• Flexible time-off options including vacation, holidays, a vacation purchase plan, and parental leaves with top-up options.

• Sick leave and disability programs.

• Complimentary access to a learning platform with courses and resources.

• Educational Assistance Program.

• Self-directed mentoring opportunities.

• Reimbursement for professional and industry-related memberships and dues.

• Employee discounts on travel, home and auto insurance, services, and activities.

• Free onsite parking.

• Annual scholarship program for children of GD employees.

• Employee social clubs and recreational activities.

• Mentorship, regular check-ins, educational support, professional certifications, and continuous training opportunities.

• Internal mobility opportunities.