Systems Engineering Integrator

Company Description

At General Dynamics Mission SystemsCanada, our focus extends beyond engineering technology solutionswe are dedicated to cultivating careers. If you seek a purpose-driven career solving some of the worlds most critical problems, alongside some of the brightest engineering minds, your application is welcome. Join a community where your unique perspective propels innovation.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible Work Environment: We have On-site and Hybrid positions, this is often dependent on the nature of your role. We offer a variety of options for your work schedule which includes compressed work week options, flexible start times and shut down periods.
• Professional Development: We offer a number of resources and support to help develop your professional toolkit! You should anticipate regular progress reviews as well as access to educational assistance, professional designations and certification support, training and more!
• Total Rewards: Consider it coveredhealth, dental, and beyond. Early access to a pension plan with various perks to acknowledge your contributions to the organization.

Job Description

The Land C4ISR Applications team is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to design and coordinate a holistic automated test program for the Applications team. The Land C4ISR Applications team designs, builds, and integrates a large variety of custom-developed and COTS applications and plugins used by soldiers in the Land Command Support System (LCSS), including Battle Management, Planning, Communication, and Data Exchange. We work hand-in-hand with our customer to integrate leading technologies from a variety of global vendors.

In this role, you will be responsible for building and maintaining a holistic view of the larger LCSS with a focus on the software, hardware, and networking on which Applications software operates. You will develop and maintain the overall integration test plan for the Applications team, creating test descriptions of mission threads for implementation by the automated test team. In addition, you will work closely with solution teams to assist in the detailed design of features assigned to the Applications team.

Typical responsibilities include:

• Liaise with Architecture and Systems Engineering teams to maintain an up-to-date, holistic system understanding
• Building and maintaining the test descriptions for implementation by the automated integration test team
• Working with all Applications teams to solve integration problems and to help teams understand how their work fits into the larger picture
• Designing, building, and maintaining virtual testing environments, including set up of virtual machines, their software, and networking
• Attending recurring Agile ceremonies such as stand-ups, sprint reviews, and customer demos
• Participate in SAFe PI planning
• Ensure that status reporting is up to date and accurate
• Working with the PO and the customer, develop a backlog and help perform initial work planning
• Expand knowledge of latest technologies, products and market trends relevant to area of work
• Share knowledge and present ideas to colleagues
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, or applicable scientific discipline
• Five or more years experience working on software integration projects

Assets:

• Experience in development of test automation scripts
• Experience with requirement management tools (e.g. DOORS)
• Experience with test engineering processes and tools
• Knowledge of requirements process
• Knowledge of agile and/or iterative development methods
• Knowledge of SAFe
• Proficient communication skills
• Demonstrate strong problem solving skills and ability to conduct analysis leading to good conclusions
• Enthusiastic contributor, willing to learn new skills, and takes pride and ownership of work
• Ability to work independently, with general supervision
• Knowledge in automated test frameworks and implement automated tests

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.

Additional Information

We believe the unique contributions of each of our colleagues are key in our ability to drive innovation. By fostering a culture of belonging, encouraging idea sharing at all levels, and reinforcing the very real impact of what we do, we offer an environment where everyone can take pride in their work. We respect diverse opinions, and value the lived experiences each and every one of us bring to our workplace. If you require accommodation during any stage of the application process, please contact Human Resources via recruitment@gd-ms.ca.