Job Description

Job Posting Title Senior Systems Engineer

Job Category Systems Engineering

Language Requirements English / Anglais

Posting End Date 2023-09-11

Job Grade EN-ENG-4

Pay Range $107,244 - $132,525

Job Summary Ever looked out at the tarmac of an airport at all those planes spinning up? Do
you ever wonder what information pilots need to get off the ground in Toronto,
let\xe2\x80\x99s say, and land safely in Vancouver? Weather and Navigation Systems,
within NAV CANADA, provide information to the aviation community. Why not
join a growing team of highly skilled and motivated people helping to provide
the aviation community with the information they need to get people and things
moving across the country? You\xe2\x80\x99ll also be accountable for applying and
developing specialized knowledge in the design, development, and integration
of systems that help the aviation community in Canada from coast to coast to
coast. Your technical leadership will contribute to the successful provision of
navigation and weather information services across the country.



What NAV CANADA offers you:

• Challenging, team-oriented work environment
• Competitive compensation and flexible benefits
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Opportunities for growth and development
• Flexible work arrangements
• Diverse and inclusive workforce

Key Accountabilities:

• Provides technical support for national capital program development and formulation of national strategies to meet operational needs.
• Prepares detailed plans, procedures, system designs, and specifications for the provision and implementation of software and computer systems to meet operational, technical and safety requirements and align with ISO process.
• Contributes to large multi-disciplined projects.
• Provides prompt assistance when requested to investigate technical problems with in-service operational systems , and lifecycle engineering support activities, including reliability analysis.
• Investigates solutions for end-of-life components.
• Leads design for system modifications.
• Actively promotes a Safety and Quality culture within the Specialty which ultimately will be reflected in the quality of the finished product delivered to the client group.

Job Requirements

Education:

• Graduation with a minimum of a Bachelor\'s Degree from a recognized university in any of the following fields: Systems, Electrical, Electronics, Communications or Computer engineering.
• Certification or eligibility for certification as a Professional Engineer in Canada.

Experience:

• 7 years work experience in the planning, design and implementation of safety or mission critical systems.
• 5 years of experience in Air Traffic Management / Air Navigation / Weather domain.
• Extensive experience delivering medium to large scale projects without supervision.
• Extensive experience with system documentation and working with clients to gather and analyze requirements and design specifications.
• Extensive experience preparing verification procedures.
• Experience in hardware and software development, testing, and deployment.
• Experience in the Weather domain is an asset.

Knowledge

• A strong knowledge of theory and principles of engineering science and of the practices in a specialized field of engineering.
• A strong knowledge of Professional engineering standards and practice.
• A thorough knowledge and demonstrated skills in project management methodologies, techniques, and disciplines for large projects.
• Knowledge of functions and requirements of the company operational groups as related to the systems and equipment for which the Specialty / Sub-specialty is responsible.
• Knowledge of procurement, financial reporting, and project development processes.

Abilities

• Ability to apply knowledge and experience to develop new solutions, designs, and plans.
• Ability to identify problem areas, obtain and analyse data.
• Ability to analyze user and technical requirements and create test plans, design and requirements documents.
• Ability to devise and implement effective solutions.
• Ability to lead and establish effective working relations with colleagues and associates.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Personal Suitability

• Prioritization, organization, and multi-tasking skills.
• Mentoring and coaching skills.
• Analytical skills.
• Works well independently and in a team.

Working conditions:

• This position is based at Ottawa Technical Services Centre and is eligible for a flexible work arrangement.
• Occasional Travel required

NAV CANADA is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. If you do not believe that you match every job requirement listed on this job posting, we still encourage you to apply. NAV CANADA encourages a culture of learning and growth, and recognizes that although some technical skills are mandatory, many others can be taught.

Our Company strives to create an inclusive and barrier-free selection process and work environment. If you require accommodations during this competition process, please ensure that you inform the interview coordinator or hiring manager of any accommodation measures you may require. NAV CANADA will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities as required.

The successful candidate must meet the security requirement of the position and be legally able to work in Canada.

At NAV CANADA, safety is our priority. We require pre-employment drug screening for all candidates offered positions designated as safety sensitive in accordance with NAV CANADA\xe2\x80\x99s Drug and Alcohol policy.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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