About the role

Principal Systems Engineer – Integrated Communication and Information System
The naval programs team is present at Lockheed Martin Canada Inc. (Lockheed Martin)’s main project locations in Canada (Kanata, Montreal, Dartmouth). Employment opportunities are available at all these locations to support naval combat systems programs and proposal capture activities.

As a system engineer member of the sub-system of the naval development team within a multidisciplinary team environment, the candidate will participate in the complete engineering life cycle including specification, design, development, integration and testing, deployment, maintenance, and field troubleshooting of the sub-system for which they are responsible within large-scale and highly complex naval platform systems. Sub-systems are grouped by domain: Anti-Air Warfare (AAW); Anti-Surface Warfare (ASW); Underwater Warfare (UWW); Electronic Warfare (EW) and communication systems.

The candidate will become a subject matter expert and a responsible engineering member for information and communication system sub-systems, and will participate in engineering activities including, but not limited to, the following:

Lead system and platform integration activities for shipboard information and communication systems, including interface design
Participate in requirements compliance assessment and plan or coordinate requirements verification activities during the design and implementation phases
Maintain technical specifications and statement of work requirements
Collaborate with customers, the ship design team, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to identify and resolve integration and installation issues identified during the design development of information and communication systems
Review technical data related to the design, organization, installation, and verification activities of information and communication systems, provide comments, and recommend acceptance or rejection of deliverables
Coordinate the synthesis of information provided by the government, customer, and subcontractor to support overall ship design activities
Contribute to design documentation and deliverables
Prepare modification proposals based on data provided by the customer and the ship designer
Prepare and submit or present technical modification requests for approval by the Change Committee; coordinate the implementation of approved modifications

What you bring to the position

Detailed Job Description

Contribute to significant subcontracting activities, such as fact-finding, kick-off meeting, design reviews, and product design and acceptance
Maintain system architecture and design
Apply system engineering processes and best practices.

Required Skills, Abilities, and Experience

The incumbent must have a bachelor's degree from a recognized university in software, electrical, electronic, hardware, systems, or mechanical engineering, or a related discipline
At least three to five years of relevant professional experience in communication (internal/external/SATCOM) and digital data information systems. Any equivalent combination of experience and education will be considered
Experience with the software, systems, hardware, or maintenance engineering life cycle would be an asset
Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical personnel
Ability to solve difficult problems within a team environment
High degree of initiative and autonomy
Ability to adapt and perform duties in a dynamic environment.

Additional desired skills for the position

Good knowledge of DOORS (Dynamic Object-Oriented Requirements System), Cameo Systems Modeler, Jira, and Windchill, an asset
Experience with Agile methods, an asset
Experience in the military naval domain, an asset
Experience in sensor, weapon, or ship integration, an asset
Experience in subcontract management or supply chain management, an asset
Experience in change management, requirements management, testing, security, safety, electromagnetic compatibility interference or environmental qualification, an asset.

Language Requirements in Quebec

Knowledge of English is necessary for this position so that the candidate can perform all their duties. The position described in this job offer requires the candidate to communicate daily with a virtual team outside of Quebec. The candidate will also need to communicate with various members of the organization, clients, and suppliers located outside of Canada. For engineering positions, the candidate will also need to be able to read or modify technical documents from our main clients and write technical documents for these same clients.

What we offer you

We deliver on our promise when it comes to work/life balance! Your physical, mental, and financial well-being is important to us. In addition to working in a highly supportive, friendly, and respectful environment, here's what you can expect when you join our team as a regular full-time employee:

Flexible and compressed work schedules, depending on business needs, where you have the option to take Fridays off, as well as the possibility of working remotely part-time
Competitive compensation
Time to recharge with vacations, personal days, holidays, and parental leave
Comprehensive family coverage for medical, dental, and optical care available from your first day of employment, as well as:
- Virtual healthcare (24/7 access to healthcare professionals)
- A wellness spending account to help you on your wellness journey
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) which includes free in-person counseling sessions
- Travel medical insurance
- On-site fitness facilities in our main offices
A registered retirement savings plan that includes company matching contributions on your first day of employment, which also includes access to financial advisors providing investment advice and comprehensive financial planning
Employee discounts to save on goods, services, and various recreational activities
Access to a wide range of development tools to enhance your skills and/or advance your career, including:
- Free learning resources via a modern and engaging platform
- Education assistance program
- Reimbursement for professional membership
- Self-directed mentorship

Salary Transparency

At Lockheed Martin Canada, we comply with all salary transparency requirements and believe that publishing salary ranges for vacant positions can foster a more equitable workforce.

Salary Range

$95,000 - $124,500

About us

Lockheed Martin Canada, headquartered in Ottawa, is the Canadian division of Lockheed Martin Corporation, a global defense technology company driving innovation and scientific advancements. Our vision of developing solutions for missions across all domains and 21st Century Security® accelerates the delivery of transformative technologies to ensure those we serve are Ahead of the Curve. We conduct our main operations in Ottawa, Montreal, Halifax, Calgary, and Victoria and work on a large number of programs that include advanced naval technology products, aircraft maintenance, and remote control system software. We also provide in-service support for state-of-the-art military aircraft with engine repair capabilities. This position reports to the Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) business sector, where employees across Canada support engineering, integration systems, training, maintenance, and in-service support programs for military clients in Canada and abroad on land, at sea, and in the air.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lockheed Martin is committed to equal employment opportunity principles to foster a work environment that aligns with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We understand the importance of optimizing the remarkable talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, provide optimal solutions, and maximize benefits to our clients. Our goal is to find the best candidates for each position, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to explain how your skills and perspective could support our team, and we encourage you to apply, even if you think your skills do not fully meet the criteria of the published job offer. In addition, Lockheed Martin is committed to ensuring that our recruitment process is inclusive for all. We are prepared to make reasonable adjustments for all candidates, if necessary.

Employee Type

Full-time

Vacancy Type

Permanent

Security requirement for this role

Controlled Goods Program

Security rating required for the position

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