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Systems Engineer, Air & Naval
At a Glance
- Location
- Cole Harbour, Nova Scotia, Canada
- Employment
- Full-time
- Posted
- 2026-03-06T17:33:06.693Z
Key Requirements
Domain Knowledge
- Education
- Engineering
- Government
Requirements
Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering/Computer Engineering/Computer Science or equivalent
Relevant systems engineering experience with complex electronic systems or a combination of equivalent education/experience
Experience in/with:
requirements development, and system design
requirements management tools
Systems Engineering processes and tools
Compensation & Benefits
Benefits
As a full-time employee at General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada, you’ll enjoy a competitive total rewards package that supports your professional and personal well-being:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and eligible dependents from day one (no cost), including flexible benefits options (HCSA) emergency travel insurance, and 24/7 virtual care services.
Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP), onsite fitness facilities, and employee resource groups.
Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer contributions after 3 months, RRSP access from day one, and financial planning support.
Flexible time off including vacation, holidays, parental leaves with top-up options, sick leave, and disability programs.
Responsibilities
We are currently hiring for Systems Engineer to support our Air & Naval division. You’ll play a hands-on role in the design, analysis, testing, and integration of complex Aerospace systems that directly support critical air missions. This could include reviewing and documenting architecture and UML diagrams, as well as supporting root cause investigations. Collaboration across departments, participation in aircraft modification efforts, and presenting findings in technical reviews are key aspects of this role—along with a focus on driving product and process improvements. Experience with navigation, RF, software or communication systems considered an asset.
The responsibilities and range of activities will vary depending on experience, but in general will include:
Performing design, analysis and/or test activities in support of completing the project objectives
Documenting analysis, designs and tests (e.g., architecture diagrams, UML diagrams, tech notes, design documents, test plans and test reports) in the format prescribed by standard templates
Writing formal test cases and execute them to collect formal test results
Preparing written test reports for submission to the end customer
About the Company
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.