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Intermediate Systems Engineer

Leonardo DRS
Department:Business Development
Type:HYBRID
Region:Ottawa, Ontario
Location:Kanata, Ontario, Canada
Experience:Mid-Senior level
Estimated Salary:CAD80,000 - CAD110,000
Skills:
SYSTEMS ENGINEERINGRFDIGITAL TECHNOLOGIESNETWORKING TECHNOLOGIESDOORSCONFLUENCEJIRANAVAL COMMUNICATION SYSTEMSSIMULATION AND MODELING TOOLSCYBERSECURITY
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Job Description

Posted on: August 17, 2025

LEONARDO DRS, headquartered in Arlington, Virginia and is a leading supplier of integrated products, services and support to military forces, intelligence agencies and prime contractors worldwide. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Leonardo which employs more than 45,000 people worldwide. We offer a competitive compensation package and a business culture which rewards performance. For additional information on LEONARDO DRS, please visit our website at www.drs.com. We are committed to recruiting and retaining the best talent in the defense and aerospace industry. Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Intermediate Systems Engineer to join our team specializing in Naval Communications Systems. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, integration, testing, and maintenance of advanced communication systems for naval vessels. This role requires a strong understanding of both the technical and operational aspects of naval communications. As an Intermediate Systems Engineer, your main responsibilities will include (but not limited to):Design and Development:

  • Design and develop communication systems for naval applications.
  • Ensure system designs comply with military standards and regulations.
  • Perform detailed analysis and modeling to predict system performance.

Integration and Testing:

  • Integrate communication solutions into existing naval systems.
  • Conduct system-level integration and testing to ensure functionality and performance.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues identified during testing phases.

Systems Management:

  • Requirements Management using DOORS
  • Coordinate development deliverables in Confluence and JIRA
  • Prepare technical documentation and reports.
  • Interface with other engineering disciplines, project managers, and stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met.

Operations and Maintenance:

  • Provide support for deployed communication systems.
  • Develop maintenance plans and procedures.
  • Train naval personnel on system operations and maintenance as required

What you require to be successful in the role:Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, or a related field.

Experience:

  • 3-5 years of experience in designing and developing communication systems, preferably within a naval or defense environment.
  • Hands-on experience with RF, digital, and networking technologies used in naval communication systems.

Technical Skills:

  • Proficiency in systems engineering practices, including requirements analysis, design, integration, and testing.
  • Familiarity with Requirements Management using DOORS
  • Familiarity with Confluence and JIRA
  • Familiarity with naval communication systems and protocols.
  • Experience with simulation and modeling tools.
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity principles as they relate to communication systems.

Soft Skills:

  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.

Certifications:

  • Relevant certifications such as INCOSE CSEP, CISSP, or equivalent are a plus.

Other Requirements:

  • Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
  • Willingness to travel occasionally to support integration and testing onboard naval vessels.

Benefits Of Working With DRS

  • A motivating team-based environment where your achievements matter
  • An opportunity to work on industry leading edge technology
  • Flexible work hours and a compressed work week to promote a healthy work/life balance
  • Possibility of a hybrid work schedule dependent on business requirements
  • Industry leading wellness program including:
  • Health, dental, and vision coverage available on first day of hire at no cost to the employee with access to virtual healthcare
  • Access to Employee and Family Assistance Program
  • Employee discounts at local gym facilities
  • Competitive compensation including:
  • Reimbursement for professional development initiatives and memberships plus access to free online learning resources
  • Registered Retirement Savings Plan with matching company contributions with access to complimentary financial planning
  • Maternity and Parental leave top-up
  • Vacation, personal days, sick leave, and additional company paid days off

DRS Technologies Canada Ltd. (DRS Canada), is a leading mid-tier Canadian defence electronics company specializing in military voice and data communications systems; electro-optics (EO) and infrared search and tracking systems (IRST); command, control, communications, computers and intelligence (C4I) systems integration; deployable flight data recorders; defence/space electronics manufacturing

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