System Engineer, Air & Naval

Company Description

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 are currently hiring for a Systems Engineer in our Air & Naval division. You’ll work as part of a team supporting the development, integration, and certification of aircraft systems. You’ll help ensure system designs and engineering documentation align with applicable airworthiness requirements and certification objectives throughout the development lifecycle. This includes supporting certification planning, assessing design changes, developing compliance documentation, participating in technical reviews, and coordinating with engineering, manufacturing, and airworthiness stakeholders.

In this role, you will:

• Support the development of certification plans and the basis of certification for assigned projects in collaboration with systems, design, and project engineering teams.
• Work with airworthiness and certification teams to support coordination with applicable aviation authorities.
• Prepare and contribute to technical documentation and certification data packages required to demonstrate compliance.
• Support the assessment of design changes to determine their impact on certification and major/minor classification.
• Coordinate with engineering disciplines and internal stakeholders to support certification and compliance activities throughout the system lifecycle.
• Participate in system and design reviews, including peer reviews of plans, requirements, specifications, test procedures, test results, and technical manuals.
• Ensure system requirements, designs, verification activities, and supporting documentation align with applicable airworthiness regulations and standards.
• Support the tracking of compliance activities, findings, and supporting evidence to ensure program milestones are achieved.
• Review engineering changes, field change orders, service bulletins, and related technical documentation from a systems and airworthiness perspective.
• Provide systems engineering support to development teams in interpreting and addressing certification and airworthiness requirements.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and other engineering functions to ensure production, repair, overhaul, and system changes remain consistent with approved design and airworthiness requirements.
• Prepare and support the development of airworthiness and aircraft installation design documentation for submission and approval.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in one of the following disciplines: Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering
• Ability to read electrical, mechanical, and installation engineering drawings 
• Integration and testing activities associated with aircraft installation design
• Knowledge of airworthiness concepts and standards
• Knowledge of DND/CF Airworthiness Program and/or civil airworthiness regulatory programs
• Experience working with or familiarity with AI/ML models is preferred.
• Ability to coordinate engineering tasks within an integrated product team (IPT)

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

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.