Technical Lead - System Engineering

L3Harris Technologies; Montreal; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the defense industry is seeking a Technical Lead - System Engineering to drive the design and integration of advanced control and data acquisition systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering and communication skills in English and French. This mid-senior level position emphasizes leading technical projects in a collaborative environment focused on national security, offering significant professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3+ years project engineering experience or related work experience required.
• Must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program.
• Ability to lead technical initiatives in collaborative environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead system engineering activities and ensure design and integration.
• Conduct Reliability, Maintainability, and Availability (RMA) analyses.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for system integration.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Systematic testing methodologies

Proficiency in programming languages (Assembler, C, C++)

Education

Bachelor's level degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

DOORS

Job description

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L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

About your next Challenge as a Technical Lead - System Engineering:

This is an exciting opportunity to join an expanding division and play a significant role in the growth of our power division product line specifically within the nuclear power control and nuclear power simulation control. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Technical Lead to lead system engineering activities, ensuring the strong design, integration, and verification of our control and data acquisition systems. This role demands a strong technical foundation across several engineering disciplines with a primary focus on electrical engineering, and a methodical approach to system development. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills in both English and French, a proven track record in system engineering, and the ability to lead technical initiatives within a collaborative environment.

What will you do:

• Participate actively in systems design activities from conceptualization through detailed design.
• Experience with selection/design of hardware for the control and monitoring of process plant instrumentation.
• Conduct thorough Reliability, Maintainability, and Availability (RMA) analyses to ensure system performance and longevity.
• Lead technical planning and execution for system integration, verification, and validation efforts.
• Translate customer-derived requirements into precise hardware and software specifications.
• Contribute to the development of comprehensive test plans, detailed test procedures, and the maintenance of rigorous requirements traceability matrices and test reports.
• Exhibit proficiency in systematic testing methodologies, issue identification, and the implementation of effective corrective actions, including troubleshooting to the sub-assembly level.
• Oversee the setup and execution of Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) testing in accordance with internal procedures and relevant industry standards.
• Experience with DOORS for the effective management of system requirements
• Utilize working knowledge of power supply technology, grounding architectures, and isolation concepts in system design.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, including engineering, development, and stakeholder groups.
• Apply proficiency in programming languages such as Assembler, C, and C++ to support automation and testing activities.
  
  
  

Required Skills and Experiences:

• Bachelor's level degree in Electrical Engineering
• 3+ years project engineering experience or related work experience
• Strong written and verbal communication (French and English). The knowledge of the English language, other than the French language is necessary due to contractual requirements.
  
  
  

Eligibility Criteria (Mandatory):

• Must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program;
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a government of Canada Reliability status and Secret Level 2 / NATO Secret security clearance.
• Must be eligible to meet the requirements for U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
  
  
  

L3Harris is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to treating all of its employees and job applicants with respect and dignity and to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination. Anyone applying for a position will be considered without regard to the following: race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, nationality, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability, citizenship status, or conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered, or any other characteristic that is protected by applicable human rights legislation.

L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug and alcohol testing and background checks, in accordance with applicable law. Such results are only accessible and viewed by individuals at L3Harris who have direct responsibility in the hiring process. If you fail to report for a drug and alcohol test, refuse to undergo such test or test positive for the presence of drugs or alcohol, the hiring process may be concluded or your offer of employment may be rescinded, in L3Harris’ sole discretion.

At L3Harris, we foster an inclusive and equitable workplace. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. For applicants with disabilities, we will provide you with accommodation so that you have what you need in order to be at your best.

L3Harris performs background checks prior to employment as all applicants must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program and obtain and maintain a positive security assessment. Some positions may require a government of Canada “Reliability” status and/or Level 2 (Secret) security clearance. In addition, L3Harris performs pre-employment substance abuse testing where required.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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