Systems Engineer Principal

Ultra; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense technology firm in Nova Scotia is seeking a highly experienced Systems Engineer to develop solutions for complex challenges. The ideal candidate will have over 12 years in Systems Engineering, ideally in the naval defense sector. This role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to manage stakeholder relationships effectively. Join us to be part of a diverse, inclusive workplace that promotes continuous development and offers a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

Extended health and dental

Life insurance

RRSP

Deferred profit sharing

Employee education assistance

Qualifications

• Exceptional ability to manage and communicate with stakeholders.
• Proficiency in developing and managing KPIs for improved performance.
• Required to maintain security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop solutions to complex engineering problems within constraints.
• Lead the System Design and manage integration strategies.
• Contribute to the digital transformation of the business.

Skills

Detailed knowledge of the Systems Engineering lifecycle

12+ years of experience in Systems Engineering

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Experience with DOORS and UML tools

Knowledge in sonar systems and naval deployment

Education

Degree in Systems Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Standard office tools

Job description

Description

Key Responsibilities

• Applies a breadth and depth of engineering skills to develop solutions to complex problems within time, cost and quality constraints.
• Supports the technical proposal and bid efforts.
• Defines and manages system and subsystem requirements.
• Manages trade studies to evaluate different potential design solutions.
• Leads the System Design, through functional and non-functional analysis.
• Defines the Integration, Verification and Validation strategy and manages this throughout the program.
• Defines, manages and contributes to work packages for assigned projects.
• Remains current on trends and emerging technologies, tools, safety, environmental protection and compliance.
• Plays a leading role in technical / design reviews and risk management.
• Acts as the Project Engineer or Senior Design Authority if nominated.
• Actively contributes to the digital transformation of the business and seeks avenues for continuous improvement within the field.
• Champion for change, not afraid to challenge methods or the status quo.
• Mentoring and coaching others to support staff development and retention goals.

Role Requirements

• Detailed knowledge of the Systems Engineering lifecycle and formal processes and methodologies - preferably in the defense sector.
• Experience across the whole project lifecycle from bid through to in-service support.
• Experience communicating and interfacing with a wide range of stakeholders including senior management and external customers.
• Develops and manages KPIs to measure and improve performance of work activities.
• Required to maintain a security clearance.

Qualifications / Skills

• Degree level (or equivalent experience) in the Systems Engineering or closely related discipline.
• Has achieved 12+ years of experience in the Systems Engineering field - ideally within the naval defense sector or a highly complex engineering environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Use of standard office tools and proven experience with tools such as DOORS, UML tools, ERPs and other Configuration Management tools.
• Desirable : experience with sonar systems and naval deployment, operation, integration and safety systems.
• Desirable : working knowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas : safety systems, supportability, EMI / EMC or cyber.

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Diverse & Inclusive Employer

Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.

We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.

We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.

What’s in it for you?

We offer a competitive benefits package including extended health and dental, life insurance, RRSP, deferred profit sharing, optional critical illness insurance, an EFAP and student bursaries

We encourage regular manager-employee performance feedback, goal alignment and employee development through our Employee Performance Development Plan (EPDP) and offer employee education assistance to allow our people to acquire new qualifications and certifications.

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and particularly welcome applications from Women, Aboriginal Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Visible Minorities.

Company

Ultra Maritime