Computer Modeling & Simulation Staff Specialist/Engineer

General Dynamics Land Systems - Canada Corporation; Location (WV); On-site; USD 60,490 - 75,612; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Land Systems–Canada is seeking a Computer Modeling & Simulation Staff Specialist/Engineer to perform advanced CAE analyses on military vehicles and subsystems. You will work in small teams, develop models, and support design engineers with simulation-based decisions.

The role requires a engineering degree and 3–5 years in CAE, with travel of up to 15% (Canada/US/international). Onsite work in London, Canada, with competitive salary and security clearance readiness.

Qualifications

• University degree in Engineering.
• 3 to 5 years of CAE experience in automotive/defense/aerospace.
• Experience with FEA, CFD and fatigue analyses.
• Willingness to travel (10% Canada, 5% US & International).

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced computer simulations of military vehicles and subsystems.
• Conduct research of new simulation techniques applicable to GDLS-C products.
• Perform vehicle mobility studies and structural analysis.
• Create advanced control system models to evaluate algorithms.
• Develop in-house software to solve dynamic problems.
• Write technical reports.
• Provide CAE support to design engineers during development.

Skills

CAE software

FEA

CFD

Fatigue analysis

Automotive defense

Education

University degree in Engineering

Tools

NX NASTRAN

Altair FE tools

MATLAB

Job description

Computer Modeling & Simulation Staff Specialist/Engineer

Location: London, Canada
Date Posted: Jun 2, 2026
Requisition ID: 5107
Job Category: Engineering
Career Level: P55 - Staff
Remote Work Options: Onsite
Security Clearance: Ability to obtain
Pay Type: Salary
Salary Range: $85,600.00 - $107,000.00

Job Description

• Perform fluid flow analyses using ANSYS FLUENT
• Perform buoyancy analyses using Rhino/Orca
• Perform structural analyses using NX NASTRAN and/or Altair suite of FEA tools
• Perform fatigue analyses using Glyphworks/NCode
• Research new CAE areas, products and methodologies and implement them in GDLS-C common procedures
• Perform test data analyses and simulation validations
• Work in small temporary project teams with other engineers and provide an ongoing CAE support
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external customers

Key Job Elements

• Perform advanced computer simulations of military vehicles and subsystems
• Conduct research of new simulation techniques applicable to GDLS-C products
• Perform vehicle mobility studies
• Perform structural analysis
• Create advanced controls system models to evaluate various controls algorithms and strategies for automotive systems
• Interact with design teams and provide efficient and timely simulation support to product development, drive design solutions based on simulation results
• Develop in-house software to solve dynamic problems using high level programming languages
• Write technical reports
• Provide support for R&D validation testing (i.e. prepare test plan/report, perform data reduction/analysis)
• Provide technical support and guidance, within field of expertise, to Design Engineers during design development, e.g. advising on structural design
• Support new product development with simulations and analyses

Required Qualifications

• University degree in Engineering
• 3 to 5 years of related experience in CAE field, preferably in automotive, defense or aerospace industry
• Knowledge of CAE software applications for FEA, CFD and fatigue analyses
• Knowledge of automotive subsystems
• Knowledge of stress analyses, mechanics, dynamics and mathematics
• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills
• Superior organizational skills with the ability to be agile, set priorities and multi-task under pressure
• Self‑motivated and effective working in a team‑oriented environment
• Ability to travel (10% Canadian, 5% US & International) and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced University degree
• Familiar with NX NASTRAN, Altair suite of FEA tools, ADAMS, MATLAB
• Experience with heavy off road vehicles engineering
• Experience dealing with defense design standards
• Professional Engineer (PEO) or eligible to become P.Eng.

Working Conditions:

Physical Conditions and Hazards:

The conditions in which an individual or staff works, including but not limited to such things as amenities, physical environment, stress and noise levels, degree of safety or danger, temperature, location.

1) Physical Environment: Office

Physical Demands Description:

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Usual mobility demands required are standing, walking, sitting, and stair climbing to access upper offices.

This section describes the type of equipment an employee is required to use:

Computer

Phone

Medical Surveillance

May include: Anthropometrical Size Restrictions depending on task

Personal Protective Equipment:

Applicable when interacting with shop floor (safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection. extraction coveralls)

General Dynamics Land Systems–Canada is committed to providing all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of the employment process. We welcome and encourage applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous Persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or expression.

If you require an accommodation to assist you with any aspect of the hiring process, we will work with you to meet your needs. Contact [email protected] if you need accommodation.

It is a requirement that General Dynamics Land Systems-Canada be registered with the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and that all of its workforce be security assessed. As such, successful applicants must meet all applicable security requirements, including, but not limited to, the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance to secret level.