Working Level Systems Engineer – ISTAR

**Company 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 are currently seeking an experienced **Systems Engineer** to join our Land Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (LC5ISR) team, supporting the development and delivery of advanced Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition and Reconnaissance (ISTAR) capabilities for the Canadian Army. In this role, you will contribute to the design, development, integration and validation of complex systems that support military communications, situational awareness and operational decision-making. Working within a multidisciplinary Agile engineering team, you will independently manage assigned systems engineering activities, develop technical solutions and collaborate with software, hardware and integration teams to deliver mission-critical capabilities. You will apply your technical expertise across the systems engineering lifecycle, from requirements development and system architecture to integration, verification and validation. You'll also have opportunities to investigate emerging technologies, contribute to engineering improvements and share your knowledge with other team members. If you enjoy tackling complex technical challenges, taking ownership of engineering deliverables and working collaboratively to develop innovative defence technologies, we encourage you to apply **The following are typical responsibilities:** * Independently analyze complex technical problems and develop practical, effective engineering solutions. * Develop, analyze and maintain system and subsystem requirements, ensuring alignment with operational needs and technical specifications. * Design and document system architectures, operational concepts, use cases and system interfaces. * Develop and maintain system architecture models using frameworks such as DnDAF and tools such as Enterprise Architect. * Manage requirements, traceability and technical documentation using tools such as IBM DOORS. * Collaborate with software, hardware and integration teams to support the development and delivery of integrated ISTAR capabilities. * Plan, coordinate and execute assigned system integration, verification and validation activities. * Investigate complex system defects, perform root cause analysis and recommend corrective actions. * Evaluate emerging technologies, assess technical feasibility and develop prototypes to support future system capabilities. * Participate i