Senior Systems Architect

ADGA Group; Gatineau; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to enhancing the security and well-being of Canadians. As a Systems Architect, you'll play a crucial role in the modernization of military communication systems, ensuring operational readiness and effectiveness. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and development, alongside a commitment to work-life balance and employee well-being. You will be part of a team that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a supportive environment where your contributions are recognized and appreciated. If you are passionate about making a difference and have the expertise in systems architecture, this role is for you.

Benefits

Health & Dental Insurance

Maternity/Parental Top-Up

Reservist Leave Top-Up

Gym Membership Discounts

Telemedicine Service

Employee Assistance Program

Profit Sharing Plan

Flexible Work Policies

Access to 5,000+ Employee Perks

Qualifications

• 5+ years as a Systems Architect for Military Command and Control.
• Experience in system integration and validation for communication systems.
• Proficient in preparing technical documents and proposals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate hardware and software components for projects.
• Gather system requirements for complex systems.
• Analyze and implement solutions for communication systems.

Skills

System Integration

C4ISR Systems

Command and Control Systems

ISTAR Systems

Technical Documentation

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in STEM

Tools

COTS Software

Simulation Tools

Job description

ADGA Group is a proudly Canadian-owned and operated defence and security technology company. Our core services include value-added program management, agile software engineering development, and integrated security solutions. As an industry partner to the Canadian Government and Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) for decades, ADGA is actively supporting ongoing and emerging requirements for operational readiness, reconstitution, and modernization.

For decades, we have recruited veterans to integrate their unique skillsets and highly specialized training into our workforce and work culture. At ADGA, we areunited by our social purpose tocreatemeaningful employment opportunities forveterans of the CAF and RCMP, their families,and fellow citizens who share a passion to contribute to the security and well-being of Canadians.

ADGA’s social purpose empowers us to reinvest in our employees as well as to donate generously to veteran and military family causes in our community.

Join our team at ADGA, where we prioritize your success by fostering internal movement and growth in a safe, inclusive, and agile work environment. We offer a wide variety of career and developmental opportunities, including the option to work on different projects and technologies, on-the-job training, cross-training, access to business and technical online courses, and formal education subsidies.

Job Description

REF: #001

ADGA is currently looking for a Systems Architect to provide the services of SME to support the implementation of the Airspace Coordination Centre Modernization (ASCCM), Digitally Aided Close Air Support and other projects.

You will be responsible for the development, the integration, the validation and the verification of all hardware and software components within the scope of all projects.

Tasks will include but not limited to:

• SoS level architecture for LC4ISR systems. (Land Command, Control, Communications, Computers and Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance)
• System requirements gathering for complex systems.
• System level architecture for C2 (Command and Control) communication and information systems within a distributed platform environment.
• System level architecture for C2 communication and information system, within a Client/Server environment.
• ISTAR System level architecture for military C4ISR systems; and/or Data architecture definition and implementation.
• Identifying, analyzing and resolving complex communication and information system on all associated WLS (Weapon Location Systems) platforms and related projects.
• Analyzing, designing and/or implementing solutions for communication and information systems on all associated WLS platforms and related projects.
• Developing and documenting SM solutions (tools and processes) for C2 communication and information systems in WLS platforms or within a client/server associated environment
• Developing, designing and maintaining test beds, and test procedures; and
• System integration, verification and validation, for hardware and software components (COTS and/or custom developed) in new or existing WLS platforms and related projects.
  

Qualifications

• Proof of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) bachelor’s degree in network, software, computer, systems, electrical or a suitable engineering or technical field required to support Land C4ISR. (copy will be required)
• Preference will be given to candidates that already hold an existing Secret level clearance with PSPC/PWGSC. (contract requirement)
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Systems Architect for Military Command and Control and Info Systems, or ISTAR systems.
• Must have 10 years’ experience in at least 1 of the following criteria:
  • Analyzing, designing and/or implementing solutions in one or more of the following areas:
    • Command and control communication and information systems within a distributed platform environment.
    • Command and control communication and information systems within a client/server environment.
    • Military ISTAR systems.
    • Joint or Allied C4ISR Interoperability solutions using NATO Standardization Agreements; and
    • System management solutions (tools and processes) for communication & information systems and/or ISTAR systems.
  • Demonstrated work experience in system integration, verification and validation, for hardware and software components (COTS and/or custom developed) in new or existing systems, in one of the following areas:
    • Command and control communication and information systems within a distributed platform environment.
    • Command and control communication and information systems within a client/server environment.
    • Military ISTAR systems.
    • Joint or Allied C4ISR Interoperability solutions using NATO Standardization Agreements; and
    • System management solutions (tools and processes) for communication & information systems and/or ISTAR systems.
  • Demonstrated work experience as a systems engineer in communication and information systems (Hardware, Software and Network) or Specialty engineering (Security, Modeling, Simulation,ISTAR).
• Ability to demonstrate at least 8 years of demonstrated experience within the last 10 years in the preparation of technical concept documents, system specifications, and technical proposals in the field of Information Technology / Information management or engineering (i.e. System, software, computer, communication, security, or simulation) experience.
• Ability to demonstrate at least 8 years of demonstrated experience:
  • Communicating IT frameworks/strategies to management and technical staff.
  • Communicating system engineering direction for projects or systems.
  • Providing advice, guidance and recommendations on technical issues to support the decision making of senior management.
  • Leading multidisciplinary teams in the development of IT tactical systems, frameworks, or strategies.
  • Performing strategic, operational or tactical planning to projects or systems to meet corporate strategy.

Additional Information

• Must be available to work on-site full time in Gatineau.
• If a Consultant, must already be registered with Controlled Goods for this contract.

Work-Life Balance

We strongly support a healthy and productive work-life balance. This starts with a flexible approach to work, and policies designed to support employees through their day-to-day routines and major life events. For example, we offer a Maternity/Parental Top-Up (up to 52 weeks) and a Reservist Leave Top-Up (up to 180 days).

Belong@ADGA

ADGA continuously strives to integrate advanced Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) approaches and practices into our work culture. Our employee-based DEI Committee explores activities and invites discussions that foster an environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and heard.

Compensation

Above and beyond our commitment to offer a competitive base salary, ADGA has a company-wide profit-sharing plan for all full-time and part-time employees.

Comprehensive Benefits and Total Rewards

We offer a comprehensive benefit program, providing employees with the choice between base or enhanced plans. Depending on the plan, ADGA pays for Health & Dental, a Health Spending Account, Short-Term Disability, an Employee Assistance Program, and a Telemedicine service. Also offered: discounts on gym memberships, 5,000+ perks through Perkoplis, a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan, and access to a wide range of other employee-centric services and savings programs.