Systems Engineer

NORSAT INTERNATIONAL INC•Richmond, BC

11h•CA$40,000 - CA$50,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Systems Engineer to join our multidisciplinary Engineering team. In this role, you will contribute to the design, development, and lifecycle management of integrated hardware/software systems for robotic platforms, drone solutions, and satellite communication terminals. This position focuses on embedded systems, system architecture, and software-hardware integration, with responsibilities spanning requirements definition, system design, development, testing, and field support.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Computer, Software, or Systems Engineering, or Computer Science
2+ years of experience in embedded systems or systems engineering roles
Proficiency in programming languages: C, C++, C#, Python
Strong knowledge of embedded systems development
Strong knowledge of software engineering principles and methodologies
Strong knowledge of object-oriented design and multi-threaded systems
Strong knowledge of Linux-based systems (experience with RTOS is an asset)
Experience with communication protocols: UART, CAN, SPI, I2C, TCP/IP, UDP, RTSP
Familiarity with Agile development practices
Experience with system integration, testing, and debugging
Working knowledge of version control and issue tracking tools
Ability to produce clear technical and customer-facing documentation
Must hold either a Canadian citizenship, Canadian Permanent Residency, or Work/Study Permit.

Nice To Haves

Experience with RTOS

Responsibilities

Translate stakeholder input (Sales, Product, Engineering, Customers) into system and software requirements specifications
Design, develop, and maintain embedded software and system-level architectures for robotics, drone control, and satellite platforms
Develop and enhance robot/drone management and control systems
Define and execute system verification and validation plans, including test procedures
Perform integration, debugging, and performance optimization for software interacting with hardware systems
Create and maintain technical documentation and user-facing materials
Support deployed systems by diagnosing field issues, delivering timely resolutions, and implementing improvements to prevent recurrence
Collaborate cross-functionally across electrical, mechanical, and production teams to deliver fully integrated systems

Benefits

Paid vacation days
5 paid sick days
100% paid by employer comprehensive health benefits package including medical, dental, life & more (coverage varies)
RRSP program
Up to an annual maximum of $2,000 per year professional development fund for designations and accreditations
100% reimbursed for job-related training
On-going training available
Flexible hours of work based on position
Employee Referral Program
Employee Award Program
On-site and street parking
Bus stop right in front of the office (bus 405, 410, 416)
Leisure areas in the office (ping pong table, foosball, Wii, tabletop games, card games)
Employee events & initiatives: company BBQs, field trips, annual summer event, free snacks events, lunchroom has free flow of coffees & teas