Senior Project Engineer - Systems Engineer

General Dynamics Missions System International • Ottawa, ON

19d • CA$110,000 - CA$135,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to take the helm and steer a talented team of engineers toward success? We are currently looking for a Project Engineer with technical leadership skills to play a driving force behind the introduction of new cutting-edge projects. Working in our Land & Joint division in Advanced Vetronics Systems, you will thrive in a collaborative environment and foster strong communication with colleagues to execute on projects and shared goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering or applicable scientific discipline is required
• Good verbal and written communication.
• 10+ years of related engineering experience.
• Proven experience with electronics hardware-oriented product development NPI
• 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
• Must be eligible to work in Canada.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Display products considered an asset
• Experience working with or familiarity with AI/ML models is preferred.

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-faceted 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.

Benefits

• 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
• Career development through learning platforms, educational assistance, mentoring, and reimbursement of professional memberships
• Additional perks such as employee discounts, free onsite parking, social clubs, and an annual scholarship program for employees’ children

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior