Senior Systems Integration Engineer (Ahuntsic)

ADGA is seeking an experienced Systems Integration Engineer (C‑UAS) to support an upcoming initiative focused on the development of a new Counter‑Uncrewed Aerial Systems (C‑UAS) capability.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop C‑UAS use cases, technical requirements, and integration solutions aligned with operational requirements.
• Participate in national and international standards Working Groups (WG), program meetings, and domain‑specific conferences to support the evolution of C‑UAS capabilities.
• Develop and maintain integration strategies for Land Command, Control, Communications, Computer, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Target Acquisition (LC5ISRT) C‑UAS capabilities.
• Design, develop, and maintain procedures for verification and validation of components and system integration.
• Review and ensure software solutions meet performance, reliability, and security standards.
• Document architectural decisions, integration patterns, and technical specifications.
• Collaborate with senior architects to align intermediate‑level designs with enterprise architecture goals.
• Assist in the selection and evaluation of software tools, frameworks, and platforms suitable for C‑UAS component integration.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Software, Computer, Systems, Electrical, or a related technical discipline).
• Must hold a valid Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in a Canadian province or territory.
• Ability to demonstrate a minimum of 5 years of work experience as a System Engineer on Military C4ISR systems.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience including analysis, design, and/or implementation of solutions in one or more of the following areas:
  • Command, control, communications, and information systems within distributed or client/server environments.
  • System management solutions (tools and processes) for communication and information systems and/or ISTAR systems.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in:
  • System integration, verification, and validation of hardware and software components (COTS and/or custom‑developed) within new or existing systems.
  • Real‑time or distributed systems environments.
  • System lifecycle management for communication and information systems or ISTAR systems.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience developing technical concept documents, system specifications, and technical proposals in Information Technology, Information Management, or engineering domains.
• Demonstrated experience in:
  • Communicating IT frameworks and strategies to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
  • Providing expert advice and recommendations to support senior management decision‑making.
  • Leading multidisciplinary teams in the development of IT systems, frameworks, and strategies.
  • Conducting strategic, operational, and tactical planning aligned with organizational objectives.

Additional Information

Must currently hold or be eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret (Level II) Canadian Federal Government Security clearance.

The posted salary reflects an employee compensation model; consultant rates will be adjusted accordingly. Consultants will be required to hold a Controlled Goods clearance and Insurance.

Familiarity with aviation, uncrewed aerial systems, and robotics domains to support integration planning aligned with operational requirements is considered an asset.

Compensation

Compensation Above and beyond our commitment to offer a competitive base salary, ADGA has a company‑wide profit‑sharing plan for all full‑time and part‑time employees.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefit program, providing employees with the choice between base or enhanced plans. Depending on the plan, ADGA pays for Health & Dental, a Health Spending Account, Short‑Term Disability, an Employee Assistance Program, and a Telemedicine service. Also offered: discounts on gym memberships, 5,000+ perks through Perkoplis, a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan, and access to a wide range of other employee‑centric services and savings programs.

Work‑Life Balance

We strongly support a healthy and productive work‑life balance. This starts with a flexible approach to work and policies designed to support employees through their day‑to‑day routines and major life events. For example, we offer a Maternity/Parental Top‑Up (up to 52 weeks) and a Reservist Leave Top‑Up (up to 180 days).

DEI

ADGA continuously strives to integrate advanced Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) approaches and practices into our work culture. Our employee‑based DEI Committee explores activities and invites discussions that foster an setting where all employees feel valued, respected, and heard.

Accommodations

If you require accommodations during any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know. We are happy to work with you to meet your needs.

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