System Integration Verification & Validation at General Dynamics - Spider Only – Nepean, Ontario

Location: 1941 Robertson Rd, Nepean, ON K2H 5B7, Canada

Employment Type: Fulltime-Regular

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 looking for a System Integration Verification & Validation Engineering Analyst, Intermediate to join our System Integration & Verification team. You will work as part of a multi-disciplined engineering team that has adopted an Agile framework, so you will take part in Scrum events, Sprint reviews, and work collaboratively with our program teams and customers. This position is based on-site at our Ottawa facility. In this role, no two days are the same! Working primarily in a lab environment, you can expect to:

• Develop test plans, test cases and procedures, and utilize varied test methods for system verification tests
• Innovate with test methods, create automated test programs, and design and participate in verification tests in the lab and field
• Set up and configure Systems to develop a test case or investigate a problem.
• You will work side-by-side with the customer in an Integrated Product Team environment and interact with software engineering, systems engineering, and management teams as required
• This position will include working with Windows Servers, Networking (routing, VLANs), Microsoft applications, radio secure bearers, voice and data networks, and various automation tools (Python, Robot Framework), troubleshooting tools (Wireshark, VCCI, CORE) and simulation tools (VBS).
• Review technical documentation and provide analysis
• Assist in planning and coordinating test activities
• Support external test events and field trials
• Share knowledge and present ideas to colleagues
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Demonstrate strong problem solving skills and ability to conduct analysis leading to good conclusions
• 4+ years of applicable experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science; or a related technical/engineering degree
• Enthusiastic contributor, willing to learn new skills, and takes pride and ownership of work
• Ability to work independently, with general supervision
• Knowledge in automated test frameworks and implement automated tests
• Knowledge of Agile and/or iterative development methods may be required
• SAFe Certification (PO/SM) considered an asset

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

What We Offer
The hiring range for this position is $80,000-105,000CAD annual.

Our goal is to provide a fair and competitive offer based on an assessment of internal equity and your qualifications, including:

• Relevant experience
• Technical and non-technical skills
• Education and certifications

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and eligible dependents from day one (no cost to you), including flexible benefits (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 recruitment@gd-ms.ca.

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.

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