Embedded System Specialist - CF-18 Fighter Jet (North Shore)

CAE Inc; Mirabel; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Career development

Flexible schedules

Global team culture

Job summary

CAE Inc. is seeking an embedded software engineer to advance mission-critical capabilities for the CF-18.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team to drive lifecycle activities from requirements through qualification, in a hybrid setup with two to three days per week at the Mirabel office and occasional Saint-Laurent visits. The role emphasizes collaboration with operational specialists and Canadian Armed Forces personnel, flexibility, and ongoing technology learning in a defense-focused

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering field.
• Up to two years of relevant experience.
• Ability to communicate technical subjects in English or French.
• Eligible for Canada’s Controlled Goods Program and required security clearances.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to CF-18 operational effectiveness projects.
• Develop functionality for mission-computer capabilities in areas such as armament, communications, and human-machine interfaces.
• Engage in technical investigations and discuss potential solutions with clients and operational specialists.
• Define and analyze system and software requirements.
• Participate in design, modelling, programming, integration, testing, debugging, and software qualification activities.
• Collaborate with CF-18 pilots and other Armed Forces personnel.

Skills

Technical communication

Bilingual EN/FR

Independent learning

Problem solving

Defense systems eligibility

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering

Tools

Ada

C/C++

MATLAB

Python

Unix

Java

Job description

Our engineers are the technical visionaries behind our innovative solutions. Globally recognized for delivering cutting‑edge systems, you’ll tackle complex challenges, collaborate across functions, and lead advancements that shape our industry. Supported by a culture of flexibility, growth, and innovation, join us to create a lasting legacy in safety and simulation.

Description

Are you interested in solving complex engineering challenges while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, operational specialists, and members of the Canadian Armed Forces? Join CAE’s embedded software development team and contribute to the operational effectiveness and evolving capabilities of the CF-18 fighter aircraft. You will participate in multiple stages of the system and software development lifecycle, from technical investigations and client discussions to requirements, design, implementation, testing, integration, qualification, and in-service support.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to projects that optimize the operational effectiveness of the CF-18.
• Develop new functionality and improve existing mission-computer capabilities in areas such as armament, communications, tactics, information acquisition and processing, and human-machine interfaces.
• Participate in technical investigations and discuss potential solutions with clients and operational specialists.
• Define and analyze system and software requirements.
• Contribute to design, modelling, programming, integration, testing, debugging, and software qualification activities.
• Collaborate directly with operational specialists, including CF-18 pilots, and members of the Canadian Armed Forces.

This is a full-time, Monday-Friday hybrid working arrangement, with an expected presence of two to three days per week at the Mirabel office and occasional work from the Saint-Laurent office. Core working hours are from 9:30AM – 3:30PM.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical, electrical, aeronautical, software, computer, or another relevant engineering discipline.
• Up to two years of relevant experience.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing about technical subjects in English or French.
• Ability to work collaboratively with limited supervision.
• Ability to learn new technologies, systems, and technical concepts independently.
• Strong attention to detail and a structured approach to problem-solving.
• Ability and willingness to work on defence systems involving military aircraft, armament, and related mission capabilities.
• Eligibility for registration in Canada’s Controlled Goods Program.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain Government of Canada Reliability Status and Level II Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Interest in aeronautics, avionics, defence systems, or aircraft-system operations.
• Experience with the development, integration, testing, or debugging of real-time embedded software.
• Understanding of mathematical models or algorithms related to flight mechanics.
• Experience with one or more of the following technologies: Ada, Assembly, MATLAB, C, C++, C#, Java, Python, or Unix.
• Ability to communicate in both English and French.

Benefits

• Career-development opportunities, including mentoring and CAE Career Track programs.
• A collaborative team environment where individual contributions are recognized and valued.
• Flexible schedules and a hybrid work environment.
• The opportunity to be part of a close-knit technical community within a global organization.
• Work-life balance programs and resources.
• A comprehensive benefits program that may include health insurance, an employee stock-purchase plan, a pension plan, and a physical-activity program, based on eligibility.

Position Type Regular

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

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Welcome to CAE!

Welcome to CAE! As a global leader in Civil Aviation and Defense & Security across 40 countries, we advance together as One CAE, fueled by thousands of passionate individuals operating in a culture where everyone can thrive. We hold ourselves accountable for building an inclusive community at every level, and our comprehensive benefits support you professionally and personally. Together, we are All For shaping a future where safety, sustainability, and inclusivity lead the way. Join us and be part of something bigger—where your impact reaches beyond CAE and helps shape the world of tomorrow.