Junior 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 a **Junior Systems Engineer** to join our Land Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (LC5ISR) team, supporting the development of advanced Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition and Reconnaissance (ISTAR) capabilities for the Canadian Army. In this role, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary engineering team to help design, develop, integrate and test complex systems that support military communications, situational awareness and operational decision-making. As part of an Agile development team, you will gain hands-on experience across the systems engineering lifecycle, working alongside experienced engineers to contribute to system architecture, requirements development, integration and verification activities. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer who enjoys problem-solving, learning new technologies and contributing to meaningful engineering projects. **The following are typical responsibilities:** * Analysis and decomposition of complex problems into achievable solutions * Develop and document system designs, use cases and system interfaces * Architecture Modelling in tools such as Enterprise Architecture * Requirements Management in tools such as DOORs * Verification and Validation support * Prototype potential solutions for recommendation * Investigate system defects and raise problem reports * Assist in planning and coordinating solution and feature development * Support external validation test events and field trials * Some work may involve Networking and routing (e.g. Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Microsoft Applications, * Expand knowledge of latest technologies, products and market trends relevant to area of work * Provide coaching and mentorship to team members **Qualifications** **What You Need to Have to Succeed** * Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline, or equivalent education and experience. * **0–1 years of relevant experience** in systems engineering or a related technical field. Recent graduates and candidates with relevant co-op or internship experience are encouraged to apply. * Foundational knowledge of systems engineering principles and methodologies. * Understanding of system design, integration and testing fundamentals. * Strong analytical, troubleshoo