Senior Systems Engineer

Job Posting Title

Senior Systems Engineer

Job Category

Systems Engineering

Language Requirements

English / Anglais

Flexible Work Agreement Type

Hybrid / Hybride

Posting End Date

2026-07-05

Job Grade

PIPSC-4

Pay Range

$127,829 - $160,581

Job Summary

As an Engineer in the Communications Section, the Senior Systems Engineer is accountable for applying technical knowledge in preparing plans and designs, completing large Engineering projects, providing advice and technical leadership for life-cycle management of the systems and equipment in the Section’s area of responsibility.
The Senior Systems Engineer has a thorough specialized knowledge of systems in the Specialty / Sub–specialty area of responsibility. This knowledge is supplemented with significant experience working with the systems in the field environment through design, installation and life-cycle support, and incorporates a thorough understanding of system interrelationships and operational use.

Job Description

What NAV CANADA offers you:

• Challenging, team-oriented work environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Opportunities for growth and development
• Flexible work arrangements
• Diverse and inclusive workforce

Key Accountabilities:

• Provides technical support for national capital program development and formulation of national strategies to meet operational needs
• Develops plans to meet project or site-specific requirements
• Prepares detailed plans, system designs, and specifications for the provision and implementation of electronic systems to meet operational, technical and safety requirements
• Provides prompt assistance when requested to investigate technical problems with in-service operational systems
• Actively promotes a Safety and Quality culture within the Specialty which ultimately will be reflected in the quality of the finished product delivered to the client groups

Job Requirements

Education:

• Graduation with a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university in electrical, electronics or computer engineering.
• Professional Certification: Member or eligible to be a member in a Professional Engineering Association in Canada.

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years work experience as an Engineer in the planning, design and implementation of safety or mission critical systems
• Extensive experience with system documentation and working with clients to gather requirements/design specifications
• Extensive experience preparing verification procedures

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of Voice Communications systems such as Voice Switches, PBXs, VHF Radios, Voice Recording solutions
• Good working knowledge of OT infrastructure concepts, such as hypervisors, container orchestration, layer 2 and layer 3 networks
• Strong knowledge of theory and principles of engineering science and of the practices in specialized field of engineering
• Strong knowledge of Professional engineering standards and practices
• Strong knowledge of functions and requirements of the Operational use and needs of Voice Communications Requirements
• Good working knowledge of the NAV CANADA organizational structure and responsibilities
• Thorough knowledge and demonstrated skills in project management methodologies, techniques and disciplines for large projects

Abilities:

• The ability to apply knowledge and experience to develop new solutions, designs and plans
• The ability to systematically analyze and resolve complex problems
• Ability to plan, conduct and/or review comprehensive studies, to prepare and/or review reports on specific aspects of unusual problems with existing or proposed operations or facilities
• Ability to analyze, investigate, evaluate, make decisions and implement solutions
• Ability to write specification, standards, statements of work and general engineering documents

Personal Suitability:

• The ability to establish effective working relations with colleagues, associates and officials of government agencies
• The ability to identify unusual problems and critical areas that may affect other work and in effectively applying standards, specifications, precedents and resources
• The ability to resolve unusual problems that may affect work in other areas, effectively applying precedents and resources, and devising novel methods of using existing engineering knowledge

Working conditions:

• Occasional national and international travel required.

Flexible work arrangements:

• This position is a hybrid position with a minimum – 3 days per week on site.

NAV CANADA is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. If you do not believe that you match every job requirement listed on this job posting, we still encourage you to apply. NAV CANADA encourages a culture of learning and growth, and recognizes that although some technical skills are mandatory, many others can be taught.

Our Company strives to create an inclusive and barrier-free selection process and work environment. If you require accommodations during this competition process, please ensure that you inform the interview coordinator or hiring manager of any accommodation measures you may require. NAV CANADA will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities as required.

The successful candidate must meet the security requirement of the position and be legally able to work in Canada.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for next steps will be contacted.

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