Junior System Integration – Qualification & Verification Engineer

Location: Ottawa, ON, ca Employment Type: {'id': 'permanent', 'label': 'Full-time'}

Company Description

Build bold. Deliver impact. Win together.

At General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada, we’re not just engineering technology — we’re shaping the future of defence and security. Our teams design and deliver advanced, mission-critical solutions that enhance national security, strengthen communities, and protect the people we serve.

If you’re looking for meaningful work that contributes to a safer, more secure world, you’ll find purpose here. Every day, your skills will directly impact programs that matter.

Job Description

We are seeking a Junior System Integration – Qualification & Verification Engineer to join our Engineering team. This is an entry-level opportunity ideal for a recent engineering graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in the integration, verification, and qualification of complex communication systems.

Working under the guidance of experienced engineers, you will contribute to the design, analysis, testing, and validation of hardware and software-based solutions while developing your technical expertise in a collaborative Agile environment.

In this role, you will:

Support the development and validation of system and product quality requirements.

Perform technical analysis and contribute to trade studies, technical reports, interface documents, and design documentation.

Participate in technical reviews and apply engineering principles to solve complex problems.

Support integration, verification, qualification, and design-proving activities for new and existing products.

Analyze technical issues, evaluate solutions, and document recommendations.

Collaborate within Agile/Scrum teams to complete integration and testing activities.

Develop and execute acceptance test procedures and test cases for hardware, software, firmware, and system-level functionality.

Review requirements, interface control documents, design documentation, and use cases to develop comprehensive test coverage.

Execute tests in laboratory environments and analyze, interpret, and document results.

Prepare test reports, defect reports, and technical summaries to communicate progress and findings.

Support the development and maintenance of automated test scripts.

Assist with requirements traceability and mapping requirements to verification activities.

Share technical knowledge and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

What You Need to Have to Succeed

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and adapt to new technologies and environments.

Positive attitude and willingness to contribute in a team-oriented environment.

What Makes You Stand Out

Knowledge of wireless communications systems and networking principles.

Exposure to systems integration, verification, or test engineering through academic projects, co-op placements, or internships.

Familiarity with Agile or Scrum development environments.

Experience with scripting or automated testing tools.

It is a requirement that General Dynamics Mission Systems-Canada be registered with the Canadian Controlled Goods program and that all of its workforce be security assessed. Successful applicants must meet all applicable security requirements, including but not limited to the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance. Applicants may be required to meet additional security requirements in order to gain access to technical data, classified areas or information that is subject to international regulations. You must be eligible to work in Canada.

Additional Information

The hiring range for this position is $75,000-$80,000. Our goal is to provide a fair and competitive offer based on an assessment of internal equity and your qualifications, including:

Relevant experience

Technical and non-technical skills

Education and certifications

Benefits

As a full-time employee at General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada, you’ll enjoy a competitive total rewards package that supports your professional and personal well-being:

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and eligible dependents from day one (no cost), including flexible benefits options (HCSA) emergency travel insurance, and 24/7 virtual care services.

Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP), onsite fitness facilities, and employee resource groups.

Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer contributions after 3 months, RRSP access from day one, and financial planning support.

Flexible time off including vacation, holidays, parental leaves with top-up options, sick leave, and disability programs.

Career development through learning platforms, educational assistance, mentoring, and reimbursement of professional memberships.

Additional perks such as employee discounts, free onsite parking, social clubs, and an annual scholarship program for employees’ children.

Why join us?

Purposeful Innovation: You’ll work on innovations that genuinely make a difference. You’ll apply advanced thinking, design expertise, and practical problem-solving to help equip military and allied forces with leading-edge systems. You’ll be surrounded by some of the brightest minds in the defence sector, contributing to next-generation technologies in an environment that celebrates creativity, new ideas, and modern solutions.

Connection: We believe people do their best work when they feel they belong, and their ideas can flourish. Different perspectives, experiences, and ways of thinking help us innovate and grow. Strong relationships with our teammates help us unite, overcome challenges, and deliver the world-class quality we’re known for. Here, we are committed to inclusivity and ensures every indivi