Senior Project Engineer - Systems Engineer (Ottawa)

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.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to a team of engineers and support personnel during project execution.
• Assume full technical responsibility and accountability for difficult, multi‑faced product development NPI problems.
• Ensure seamless collaboration and communication within the team and across departments.
• Schedule and coordinate design review gates in alignment with the Engineering Development Framework.
• Author or oversee the creation of project deliverable documents, maintaining a commitment to quality and precision.
• Collaborate with the Project Manager to review project performance monthly, analyzing risks (technical, cost, schedule), and taking corrective action as needed.
• Support the development and maintenance of engineering project plans and other business plans.
• Interface with support departments, Supply Chain, Component Engineering, and Contracts to ensure smooth project progression.
• Communicate and interface with customers, responding to queries and Request for Quotations, and preparing the Basis of Estimate.
• Proactively identify opportunities for product and process improvements and drive the implementation of necessary changes.
• Track component obsolescence issues and material constraints that may impact future production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering or an applicable scientific discipline is required. Good verbal and written communication.
• Having 10 years of related engineering experience.
• Proven experience with electronics hardware‑oriented product development NPI.
• Experience with Display products considered an asset.
• Strong interpersonal and managerial skills, whether working as a self‑motivated individual, a team member or leader.
• Ability to assess the technical contribution from multiple disciplines, and then decide on the best course of action.
• Broad knowledge of the System development process and lifecycles, requirements definition and management.
• Broad knowledge of Supply chain management processes and procedures.
• Strong analytical and research abilities, detail oriented.
• Excellent customer service in order to support client groups and key business decision making.
• Deliver clear, concise and professional communications.
• Experience working with or familiarity with AI/ML models is preferred.

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.

What We Offer

• The hiring range for this position is $110,000 – $135,000 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

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and eligible dependents from day one (no cost), including adaptable 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.
• Career development through learning platforms, educational assistance, mentoring, and reimbursement of skilled memberships.
• Additional perks such as employee discounts, free onsite parking, social clubs, and an annual scholarship program for employees’ children.

Why join us?

Purposeful Innovation: You’ll work on innovations that genuinely make a difference. You’ll apply advanced thinking, design expertise, and practical problem‑solving to help equip military and allied forces with leading‑edge systems. You’ll be surrounded by some of the brightest minds in the defence sector, contributing to next‑generation technologies in an environment that celebrates creativity, new ideas, and modern solutions.

Connection: We believe people do their best work when they feel they belong, and their ideas can flourish. Different perspectives, experiences, and ways of thinking help us innovate and grow. Strong relationships with our teammates help us unite, overcome challenges, and deliver the world‑class quality we’re known for. Here, we are committed to inclusivity and ensures every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered.

Challenging and Rewarding Career Pathways: Your career path matters to us. From mentorship and regular check‑ins with your leader to educational support, qualified certifications, and continuous training, you’ll have the resources you need to thrive. We encourage internal mobility so you can explore different business areas, broaden your skillset, and expand your network.

You’ll be working on high‑profile, impactful projects that challenge your skills, expand your expertise, and allow you to both learn from mentors and guide others along the way.