Junior Systems Engineer - Interop & IP Networking

General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada is seeking a Systems Engineer to join the Coalition and Joint Interoperability team in Ottawa, supporting the Land Command Support System (LCSS). You will help enable seamless data exchange across coalition and joint missions to assist commanders in decision-making.

The role focuses on engineering IP networks, cross-platform interoperability, and adherence to standards, with collaboration across government partners and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Computer Science/Applied Science or related degree.
• Hands-on experience with Linux (Ubuntu or RedHat) and Windows Server/Desktop environments.
• Basic scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell) for automation or data processing.
• Documenting test results and presenting findings to technical audience.
• Understanding of networking technologies and protocols.
• Strong written and oral communications skills.
• Ability to work effectively in an Agile team.
• Experience with AI/ML models is preferred.
• Ability to obtain or maintain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Engineer and optimize IP network systems; design VLANs; validate Cisco devices and VoIP for reliability.
• Support verification and integration testing; run system tests; document results; review design documents and use-cases.
• Collaborate with coalition partners and internal teams to identify interoperability challenges and develop solutions.
• Participate in team document reviews and provide feedback.
• Participate in interoperability assessments and compliance reviews against established standards and protocols.
• Devise and implement correction actions in Linux/Windows test environments and VMs.
• Use CM and test tools like JIRA/Confluence, Ansible, Python.

Skills

Linux

Windows

Scripting

Test documentation

Networking concepts

Agile teamwork

Communication skills

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/CS

Tools

JIRA/Confluence

Ansible

Python

Virtual Machines

Squish

PowerShell

Job description

General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada is seeking a Systems Engineer to join the Coalition and Joint Interoperability team in Ottawa, supporting the Land Command Support System (LCSS). You will help enable seamless data exchange across coalition and joint missions to assist commanders in decision-making.

The role focuses on engineering IP networks, cross-platform interoperability, and adherence to standards, with collaboration across government partners and internal teams.