MAPLE Junior Project Engineer

National Research Council of Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) in Ottawa, Ontario, seeks a position at the RO/RCO level to contribute to aerospace research and development. The role requires full-time presence at a NRC work location, with a salary range of $64,739 to $116,641 and a strong emphasis on coordination and systems thinking.

The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Software, or Computer Engineering (Master’s/PhD assets) and experience across design, integration, testing, and project

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Software, or Computer Engineering.
• Master’s degree or PhD would be assets.
• Experience with design, development, integration, testing, or support activities.
• Experience in project planning, scheduling and coordinating technical deliverables.
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple priorities.

Skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Technical communication

Problem solving

Project planning

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Software, or Computer Engineering

Master’s or PhD asset

Tools

Microsoft Project

Jira

Azure DevOps

Primavera

SolidWorks

CAD

Python

Job description

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Priority will be given to the following designated employment equity groups: Indigenous Peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.

* The Employment Equity Act, which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.

Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process.

OrganizationalUnit:Aerospace

Classification:RCO

Duration: 4 years

Work arrangements:Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position will require full-time physical presence at the NRC work location identified.

The role

Screening criteria

Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.

Master’s degree or PhD in the same fields would be considered an asset.

• Experience in participating in engineering, technology development, or applied research projects involving design, development, integration, testing, or operational support activities;
• Experience in supporting project coordination activities such as planning, scheduling, tracking actions, monitoring progress, coordinating technical deliverables, identifying risks and dependencies, or facilitating communication among project stakeholders;
• Experience working effectively in multidisciplinary teams and managing multiple priorities within a dynamic project environment;
• Experience in communicating technical information through reports, presentations, technical documentation, or interactions with project stakeholders; and
• Experience in one of the following technical domains:
• Electrical, instrumentation, or systems engineering, including activities such as hardware development, electronics integration, sensors, scientific instrumentation, data acquisition systems, testing, troubleshooting, or system validation; or
• Software engineering or software development, including activities such as programming, automation, data processing, software tools, control systems, software integration, testing, or technical application development.

Assets:

• Experience serving as a technical coordinator, project coordinator, work-package lead, or similar role within an engineering project;
• Experience with project scheduling, planning, or project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, Azure DevOps, Primavera, or equivalent;
• Programming experience using Python or similar languages for automation, scientific computing, or data processing applications;
• Experience with scientific instruments, sensors, avionics, embedded systems, electronics, or data acquisition systems;
• Experience with software development for scientific, engineering, or research applications;
• Experience with systems integration, verification, validation, testing, or troubleshooting activities;
• Experience working in aerospace, laboratory, scientific, or applied research environments;
• Experience with Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software such as SolidWorks.

Condition of employment

• Reliability Status

For a Reliability Status, verification of background information over a period of 5 years is required.

• Candidates will be required to work on and around aircraft, scientific instrumentation, test facilities, laboratories, and aircraft hangars;
• Candidates will be required to wear personal protective equipment and participate in integration, testing, and troubleshooting activities in operational environments;
• Must be able to travel across Canada and/or internationally;
• Must be able to fly as aircrew on-board experimental aircraft and be able to access system locations (i.e., confined and/or high places) on aircraft; and
• Must be able to possess and retain the physical capabilities to perform the position which include but may not be limited to: crouching, bending, twisting, walking, climbing stairs & ladders, ability to hear to diagnose technical and operational problems.

Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:

• Knowledge of electrical engineering, software engineering, systems engineering, or instrumentation principles relevant to research and development projects;
• Ability to contribute to the design, development, integration, testing, and operation of technical systems;
• Understanding of scientific instrumentation, data acquisition systems, software tools, or automation technologies;
• Ability to support project planning, scheduling, technical coordination, and tracking of engineering activities;
• Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve technical issues through systematic troubleshooting and problem solving;
• Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders;
• Ability to translate technical objectives into actionable tasks and deliverables aligned with project goals and schedules; and
• Knowledge of programming, scripting, automation, or data processing techniques is considered an asset.
• Management services - Networking (Level 2)
• Management services - Organizational and environmental awareness (Level 2)
• Management services - Communication (Level 2)
• Technology extension - Results orientation (Level 2)
• Technology extension - Conceptual and analytical ability (Level 2)

The intent of this hiring action is to staff this position at theRCO-1/RCO-2 level, which is a junior-career level position with a salary range of $64,739 to $116,641.

NOTE: Please note that the full RO/RCO salary scale has five levels. Salary determination will be based on a review of the candidate’s expertise, outcomes and impacts of their previous work experience relative to the requirements of the level. As such, the initial salary could be within another level of the RO/RCO salary scale (i.e. above or below the intended level for this position).

NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including a robust pension plan, comprehensive health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, office closure at the end of December, and additional supports to enhance your well-being throughout your career and beyond.

Discover the possible

Anything is possible at the NRC, named in 2026 one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, Top Employer in the National Capital Region and Forbes Canada’s Best Employers!

As Canada’s largest research and innovation organization, our world-renowned research pushes the boundaries of science and engineering to make the impossible, possible. Every day we explore new ideas through innovative research and help companies discover possibilities that impact Canada’s future and the world.

At the NRC, you’ll also discover new possibilities. Our supportive workplace fosters a culture of creativity, welcoming fresh perspectives and innovation at all levels. We value teamwork. You’ll collaborate across multiple fields and with the brightest minds to find creative solutions. Most importantly, you’ll discover what’s possible within you as you grow, make valuable contributions and progress in your professional journey. From ground-breaking discoveries to a life-changing career, discover your possible at the NRC.

Notes

• Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives.
• A pre-qualified list may be established for similar positions for a one-year period.
• Overtime may sometimes be required.
• Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.
• The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.
• We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Please direct your questions, with therequisition number (25921) to:

Closing Date: 13 October 2026 - 23:59 Eastern Time