Engineering & architecture jobs in Canada

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Counted Sep 22, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 4,746
Employers: 1,503

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $104,666Across 704 listings
Average starting payCAD / hour: $46.90Across 54 listings
Average starting payUSD / year: $139,064Across 37 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 2%113 listings
Hybrid: 36%1,710 listings
On-site: 61%2,913 listings

Not specified: <1% (10 listings)

Employers hiring include WSP in Canada (239), Egis Group (137), Stantec (131).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

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General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada

Engineering Manager, Software

Ottawa, ON, Canada

Pay: $122,000 to $155,000 CAD / year
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Feb 7, 2027
Posting language: English
Posted: Aug 11, 2026

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Original job description

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.

Job Description

We're looking for an Engineering Manager, Software in Ottawa or Halifax who is passionate about developing people and building high-performing engineering teams. If you enjoy collaborating in person and fostering an environment where individuals and teams can thrive, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on Canada's aerospace and defence programs.

In this role, you'll lead a talented group of software engineers, providing the day-to-day leadership and support they need to deliver mission-critical software. You'll partner closely with technical teams and department leaders to drive successful program execution while cultivating a collaborative, engaged, and high-performing engineering culture.

At a high level, your responsibilities will include:

Leading a group of software developers, providing guidance, mentorship, and coordination
Managing delivery of software releases to the customer as per program commitments and associated dependencies
Working closely with Program Management, Quality Assurance, Airworthiness, and other stakeholders to align software development with overall project goals and timelines
Managing the allocation of resources to the collection of projects in the Canadian Air portfolio
Facilitating effective teambuilding across a large team supporting multiple customers and projects
Managing technical risks associated with implementation, performance, and project delivery

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or equivalent
Previous applicable software engineering leadership including daily oversight, supporting career progression, managing training needs
Experience with design and deployment of software for aircraft systems (or other applicable experience)
Detailed knowledge and understanding of engineering standards and methods
Excellent communications skills to interact with a variety of engineering and program professionals
Highly adaptable with a proven ability to multi-task and context switch
Experience working with or familiarity with AI/ML models is preferred.

Assets include:

A Professional Engineer (P.Eng) designation
Familiarity with software airworthiness standards (e.g. DO-178C)
Familiarity with Agile development methodologies
Experience working with large groups

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

What We Offer

The hiring range for this position is $122,000 to $155,000 CAD annual. This role is eligible for management incentive plan. 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

As a full-time employee at General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada, you’ll enjoy a competitive total rewards package that supports your professional and personal well-being:

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.

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, professional 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.

Accommodation

If you require accommodation during any stage of the application process, please contact Human Resources via [email protected].

Closing Date

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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Responsibilities

Lead a team of software engineers by providing mentorship, guidance, and day-to-day leadership to deliver mission-critical software. Coordinate with program management and stakeholders to align software releases with project goals and manage technical risks.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering and previous leadership experience in software engineering. Experience with aircraft systems and familiarity with AI/ML models or airworthiness standards is preferred.

Skills

Software Engineering Leadership
People Management
Project Delivery
Resource Allocation
Technical Risk Management
Aircraft Systems Design
Engineering Standards
Communication Skills
Multi-tasking
AI/ML Models
Agile Methodologies
Software Airworthiness

Benefits

Medical Coverage
Dental Coverage
Vision Coverage
Emergency Travel Insurance
Virtual Care Services
Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
Onsite Fitness Facilities
Employee Resource Groups
RRSP Access
Financial Planning Support
Vacation
Holidays
Parental Leaves With Top-up
Sick Leave
Disability Programs
Educational Assistance
Mentoring
Professional Membership Reimbursement
Employee Discounts
Free Onsite Parking
Social Clubs
Annual Scholarship Program For Children

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Software Engineering
Aerospace
Defence
DO-178C
Agile
AI/ML
P.Eng
Airworthiness
Mission-Critical Software
Security Clearance
Project Management
Resource Management
Technical Leadership

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