Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) Engineering Analyst

General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Pension plan with employer contributed

Flexible time off

Job summary

General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada seeks an Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) Engineering Analyst to apply engineering principles to sustainment and development of systems. You will be the SME for maintenance planning, technical documentation, and logistics data across complex equipment, collaborating with design engineers, PMs and customers.

Responsibilities include performing RCMA/LORA/MTA analyses, creating maintenance procedures, and ensuring supportability from concept to end‑of‑life.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Systems, Aerospace or related) or STEM field.
• 2–7 years of experience applying engineering analysis to product sustainment including maintenance and repair of complex electromechanical/electronic equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics and technical data packages.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, schematics, system models and manuals to extract support requirements.
• Provide engineering feedback to improve maintainability, reliability and life‑cycle cost.
• Perform LSAs including RCMA, LORA, MTA, sparing, LCC analysis; provisioning for legacy and new products.

Skills

Analytical skills

Technical communication

Independent work

Maintenance planning

Logistics data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or STEM

Tools

MadcapFlare

EAGLE Publishing System

LSAR data tools

Job 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

GDMS‑C is seeking an Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) Engineering Analyst who will apply engineering principles to the sustainment of existing products and to the development of new systems. The analyst will serve as the subject‑matter expert for maintenance planning, technical documentation, and logistics data for complex electronic, electromechanical and mechanical equipment. Working side‑by‑side with design engineers, program managers, and customers, you will ensure that supportability is built into the product from concept through end‑of‑life.

Key Responsibilities

• Review engineering drawings, electrical schematics, system architecture models, design specifications and vendor manuals to extract support requirements
• Provide engineering feedback early in the concept and design phases to improve maintainability, reliability and life‑cycle cost
• Perform Logistic Support Analyses (LSA) including Reliability‑Centred Maintenance Analysis (RCMA), Level‑of‑Repair Analysis (LORA), Maintenance Task Analysis (MTA), sparing analysis, life‑cycle‑cost (LCC) analysis and provisioning support for both legacy and new‑product initiatives
• Create detailed preventive and corrective‑maintenance procedures, test instructions, inspection guides and troubleshooting instructions for complex military or commercial systems
• Engineer packaging, handling, storage and transportation solutions that satisfy environmental, safety and cost constraints
• Determine the tools, test equipment, consumables, personnel and facilities required to execute the maintenance tasks you define
• Create and maintain Logistics Product Data records in an LSAR database in compliance with GEIA‑STD‑0007 / MIL‑STD‑1388‑2B
• Prepare and deliver formal briefings to customers, program leadership and cross‑functional teams on ILS strategies, methodology and support‑system designs
• Offer maintenance‑subject‑matter‑expert guidance to engineering, test and sustainment teams, ensuring that design decisions align with supportability goals
• Evaluate ILS components of bid proposals, quantify life‑cycle‑cost impacts and make engineering recommendations that strengthen new‑business pursuits.

Qualifications

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Systems, Aerospace or related), Applied Science or another STEM discipline from an accredited institution
• Two to seven years of experience applying engineering analysis to product sustainment, including maintenance and repair of complex electromechanical/electronic equipment
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics and technical data packages
• Experience developing maintenance narratives, fault‑analysis reports or technical manuals

Preferred qualifications

• Professional Engineering (P.Eng) designation or in the process of obtaining it
• Familiarity with AI/machine-learning models
• Working knowledge of authoring tools such as MadcapFlare or the EAGLE Publishing System
• Familiarity with logistics‑data tools (e.g., EAGLE LPD) and demand‑forecasting methods (e.g., cumulative Poisson model)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of maintenance practices, technical documentation and typical support‑system infrastructure requirements
• Knowledge of industry‑standard ILS techniques and engineering lifecycle processes
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work independently or within a collaborative team environment

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

The hiring range for this position is $70,000 to $110,000. Our goal is to provide a fair and competitive offer based on an assessment of internal equity and your qualifications, including:

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

Benefits

As a full-time employee at General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada, you’ll enjoy a competitive total rewards package that supports your professional and personal well-being:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and eligible dependents from day one (no cost), including flexible benefits options (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 [e-mail].