Co-op Software Engineer – Hybrid & Flexible Hours

General Dynamics Mission Systems; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work hours

Hybrid work model (where applicable)

Networking opportunities across teams

Job summary

General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada is offering a Winter 2027 co-op in Software Engineering for 4–8 months. The role focuses on hands-on software development across C++, C, Java, and Python, under senior engineer guidance.

You will gain experience across the full lifecycle, including testing and documentation, while contributing to mission-critical systems in a defence context. Eligible students must be enrolled in a Canadian post-secondary institution and able to obtain security clearance.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a recognized Canadian post-secondary institution for co-op.
• Understanding of software development lifecycle and engineering principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and ability to work independently or with a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design, analysis, and implementation of software features.
• Develop, maintain and document software in C++, C, Java, Python.
• Support integration with third-party equipment and internal systems.
• Participate in unit, integration, and verification testing and document results.
• Prepare technical documentation such as requirements and test plans.

Skills

C++

C

Java

Python

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering or related field

Tools

Git

Job description

General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada is offering a Winter 2027 co-op in Software Engineering for 4–8 months. The role focuses on hands-on software development across C++, C, Java, and Python, under senior engineer guidance.

You will gain experience across the full lifecycle, including testing and documentation, while contributing to mission-critical systems in a defence context. Eligible students must be enrolled in a Canadian post-secondary institution and able to obtain security clearance.