Senior System Engineer

Location: Ottawa, ON (Hybrid, 3 days on-site)

Background Check Requirement: Must be eligible to travel within North America

About the Opportunity

Our client, a leader in the aviation technology space, is seeking a Senior System Engineer to join a highly collaborative and forward-thinking engineering team. This is an opportunity to contribute to innovative, mission-critical systems that support global operations in a fast-evolving industry.

In this role, you will work alongside experienced engineers and solution architects who are passionate about driving technological advancement. The organization fosters a culture of continuous improvement, learning, and professional growth, where your ideas and expertise will directly influence impactful projects across international markets.

What’s In It for You

• A collaborative environment that values innovation and continuous learning
• Exposure to complex, high-impact global projects in aviation technology
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement within a supportive team
• A workplace that encourages knowledge sharing and technical excellence

Your Responsibilities

• You’ll collaborate with stakeholders to define system requirements and ensure alignment with project goals
• In this role, you’ll install, configure, and test operating systems and applications at project sites
• You’ll monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and partner with developers to implement solutions
• You’ll support solution design by working closely with architects on system specifications and deployment needs
• You’ll contribute to documentation, including technical guides and training materials aligned with QA standards
• You’ll act as a change agent, driving continuous improvement initiatives and supporting evolving methodologies

Skills and Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience delivering complex systems integration projects in high-stakes environments
• Degree in Engineering or a strong technical background in systems or software engineering
• Expertise with Windows, UNIX, and Linux environments, including configuration and troubleshooting
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals such as TCP/IP, DNS, and DHCP
• Experience working across the V-model lifecycle and with Agile or Waterfall methodologies
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts for diverse audiences

Note from the Hiring Manager

We’re looking for someone who thrives in complex environments, enjoys solving challenging problems, and is motivated by seeing their work make a real impact on global systems and operations.

All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.