Senior Systems Integration and Test Engineer - Certification

About the Role

Main responsibilities include:

• Develop the certification basis and establish compliance strategies for the River-class destroyer
• Provide technical oversight and support to the certification program for River-class destroyers
• Determine regulatory and classification society requirements and translate regulations and guidance into clear deliverables for integrated product engineering teams
• Communicate with product integration and product teams to define scope of work, schedule, design details, risks, and other certification-relevant factors
• Work with technical teams to develop technical specifications, system designs, and system certification plans to support Lloyd's Register design assessment and warship safety certification
• Review system development, architecture, use cases, functional schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment arrangements to confirm system certification requirements are met and communicate required conceptual changes to design teams
• Identify certification risks and issues and communicate relevant information to engineering disciplines
• Develop, review, and approve certification-related documents including system-specific certification plans, technical white papers, safety justification reports, deviations and waivers, and test plans and reports
• Prepare and review certification documentation to demonstrate compliance with applicable rules and regulations
• Review subcontractor technical documentation supporting ship certification deliverables
• Interact with naval certification authorities and Lloyd's Register, as applicable
• Perform systems engineering activities including requirements analysis, requirements derivation and traceability management, system architecture design, and validation and verification
• Design tools, as required, to track deliverables, tests and compliance-related results to ensure timely completion of certification tasks
• Participate in development of technical change proposals and in cost and schedule impact assessments
• Define technical performance measures and track them

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree from a recognized university in software, electrical, electronic, hardware, systems, chemical or mechanical engineering, or a related discipline
• At least five (5) years of experience in a systems engineer role
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
• Ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) in English. Bilingualism in English and French is an asset
• Ability to read, review and produce technical schematics, technical specifications and engineering drawings
• Experience with systems engineering processes, including requirements analysis, requirements derivation and traceability management, systems architecture development, configuration management, requirements verification, and hardware and software engineering development processes
• Prior engineering or certification experience in naval or aerospace certification
• Ability to prioritize and resolve problems effectively
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational and leadership skills
• Ability to plan, adapt and thrive in a dynamic, schedule-driven environment

Desired Additional Skills

• Experience integrating naval and marine electronic mission systems
• Experience with shipboard sensors and effectors
• Experience managing requirements using DOORS (IBM Rational)
• Experience with JIRA methodologies for resource management and task planning
• Knowledge of naval system and equipment design standards and verification methods
• Detailed knowledge of the application of Lloyd's rules for warships and merchant ships, the ANEP 77 warship code, and IMO regulations in the context of a new-build ship program
• Experience with other international shipbuilding and certification standards is an asset

What We Offer

We deliver on work/life balance. Your physical, mental and financial well-being matter to us. In addition to a supportive, friendly and respectful workplace, when you join our team as a full-time regular employee you can expect:

• Flexible and compressed work schedules, as business needs allow, with the possibility to take Fridays off and the option for part-time remote work
• Competitive compensation
• Time to recharge with vacation, personal days, statutory holidays and parental leave
• Comprehensive family medical, dental and vision coverage available from day one, including:
  • Virtual healthcare (24/7 access to health professionals)
  • Wellness spending account
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) with in-person counselling sessions
  • Travel medical insurance
  • On-site fitness facilities at major offices
• Registered retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions from day one and access to financial advisors
• Employee discounts on goods, services and recreational activities
• Access to a broad range of development tools to enhance skills and advance your career, including:
  • Free learning resources via a modern learning platform
  • Education assistance program
  • Professional membership reimbursement
  • Self-directed mentorship