Senior Systems Integration Engineer

Job Description

REF #001

ADGA is seeking an experienced Systems Integration Engineer for an immediate opportunity to support an upcoming initiative focused on the development of a new Counter-Uncrewed Aerial Systems (C-UAS) and Uncrewed Aerial Systems capability.

This position will play a key role in designing, integrating, and delivering complex defence systems.

You will bridge operational requirements and technical solutions, ensuring that C-UAS capabilities are effective, secure, and aligned with enterprise architecture and military needs. 

Tasks include:

• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop C-UAS use cases, technical requirements and integration solutions aligned with operational requirements; 

• Participate in national and international standards Working Groups (WG), program meetings, and domain-specific conferences to support the evolution of C-UAS capabilities; 

• Develop and maintain integration strategies for Land Command, Control, Communications, Computer, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Target Acquisition (LC5ISRT) C-UAS capabilities; 

• Design, develop, and maintain procedures for verification and validation of components and system integration; 

• Review and ensure software solutions meet performance, reliability, and security standards;  

• Document architectural decisions, integration patterns, and technical specifications; 

• Collaborate with senior architects to align intermediate-level designs with enterprise architecture goals; and 

• Assist in the selection and evaluation of software tools, frameworks, and platforms suitable for C-UAS component integration. 

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Software, Computer, Systems, Electrical, or a related technical discipline)  

• Must hold a valid Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in a Canadian province or territory  

• Ability to demonstrate a minimum of 5 years of work experience as a System Engineer on Military C4ISR systems. (Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance) 

• Minimum of 8 years of experience including analysis, design, and/or implementation of solutions in one or more of the following areas: 

  • Command, control, communications, and information systems within distributed or client/server environments  

  • System management solutions (tools and processes) for communication and information systems and/or ISTAR systems  

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in:  

  • System integration, verification, and validation of hardware and software components (COTS and/or custom-developed) within new or existing systems  

  • Real-time or distributed systems environments  

  • System lifecycle management for communication and information systems or ISTAR systems  

• Minimum of 4 years of experience developing technical concept documents, system specifications, and technical proposals in Information Technology, Information Management, or engineering domains  

• Demonstrated experience:  

  • Communicating IT frameworks and strategies to both technical and non-technical stakeholders  

  • Providing expert advice and recommendations to support senior management decision-making  

  • Leading multidisciplinary teams in the development of IT systems, frameworks, and strategies  

  • Conducting strategic, operational, and tactical planning aligned with organizational objectives 

Additional Information

• Must currently hold or be eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret (Level II) Canadian Federal Government Security clearance.  

• The posted salary reflects an employee compensation model; consultant rates will be adjusted accordingly. Consultants will be required to hold a Controlled Goods clearance and Insurance.   

• Familiarity with aviation, uncrewed aerial systems, and robotics domains to support integration planning aligned with operational requirements is considered a  strong asset. 

If you require accommodations during any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know. We are happy to work with you to meet your needs.

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Work-Life Balance  

We strongly support a healthy and productive work-life balance. This starts with a flexible approach to work, and policies designed to support employees through their day-to-day routines and major life events. For example, we offer a Maternity/Parental Top-Up (up to 52 weeks) and a Reservist Leave Top-Up (up to 180 days). 

Belong@ADGA  

ADGA continuously strives to integrate advanced Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) approaches and practices into our work culture. Our employee-based DEI Committee explores activities and invites discussions that foster an environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and heard.

Compensation

Above and beyond our commitment to offer a competitive base salary, ADGA has a company-wide profit-sharing plan for all full-time and part-time employees.

Comprehensive Benefits and Total Rewards  

We offer a comprehensive benefit program, providing employees with the choice between base or enhanced plans. Depending on the plan, ADGA pays for Health & Dental, a Health Spending Account, Short-Term Disability, an Employee Assistance Program, and a Telemedicine service. Also offered: discounts on gym memberships, 5,000+ perks through Perkoplis, a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan, and access to a wide range of other employee-centric services and savings programs.

Compensation: 135000 to 150000 (CAD) (YEARLY)