Senior Systems Engineer

Morson Group; Halifax; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Edge is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join an innovative team developing advanced Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) systems for the Royal Canadian Navy and partners. Location is Halifax, Nova Scotia, and the role is permanent and full-time.

You will lead systems engineering activities, define requirements, and oversee IV&V while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. A degree in systems/electrical engineering and 6+ years of experience are expected, with EMI/EMC and MIL-STD

Qualifications

• 6+ years of systems engineering experience.
• Experience in naval defence or complex engineering environments preferred.
• Knowledge of EMI/EMC, MIL-STD, and environmental qualification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead systems engineering activities across the full project lifecycle.
• Define and manage system and subsystem requirements.
• Oversee IV&V (integration, verification, and validation).
• Conduct trade studies, technical reviews, and risk assessments.
• Manage engineering work packages, schedules and deliverables.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.

Skills

Technical leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Systems Engineering degree

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

DOORS

UML tools

ERP systems

Configuration management

Job description

WE’RE HIRING – SENIOR SYSTEMS ENGINEER | PERMANENT

Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Industry: Defence | Naval Systems | Systems Engineering

Morson Edge is currently recruiting an experienced Senior Systems Engineer to join an innovative team developing advanced Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) systems supporting the Royal Canadian Navy and its partners.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead complex engineering projects and contribute to cutting-edge naval defence technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead systems engineering activities throughout the full project lifecycle.

• Define and manage system and subsystem requirements.

• Oversee system design, integration, verification, and validation (IV&V).

• Conduct trade studies, technical reviews, and risk assessments.

• Manage engineering work packages, schedules, and technical deliverables.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, customers, and stakeholders.

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.

• 6+ years of systems engineering experience, ideally within naval defence or complex engineering environments.

• Strong knowledge of systems engineering processes and methodologies.

• Experience with EMI/EMC, MIL-STD requirements, and environmental qualification is highly desirable.

• Knowledge of sonar systems, naval applications, cybersecurity, safety systems, or Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) is an asset.

• Experience with DOORS, UML tools, ERP systems, and configuration management tools.

• Strong technical leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain Secret security clearance.

Interested in Learning More?

If you’re an experienced Systems Engineer looking for an exciting opportunity in Halifax’s defence sector, I’d love to connect!

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