C5ISR/Avionics Systems Engineer - *AMENDMENT TO CLOSING DATE*

Update: *AMENDMENT TO CLOSING DATE - August 19, 2018*

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request special accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Information on accommodation for persons with disabilities

Your resume must include as a minimum: the education level (program, school, degrees obtained, dates); list of relevant work experiences in relation to the advertised position (for each experience, indicate: title of position, name of the organisation, start and end dates, including number of months, brief description of tasks performed and responsibilities); software competencies (list of specialized software used, level of proficiency); field of expertise and special competencies; professional affiliations (associations, working groups, etc.).

Work environment

Defence Research and Development Canada (DRDC) is the national leader in defence and security science and technology.
As an agency of Canada’s Department of National Defence (DND), DRDC provides DND, the Canadian Armed Forces and other government departments as well as the public safety and national security communities, the knowledge and technological advantage needed to defend and protect Canada’s interests at home and abroad.

Intent of the process

Immediate need will be to fill 1 determinate position of 3 years.

A pool of qualified candidates may be established and may be used to staff similar positions with various tenures (term, indeterminate, deployment, assignment, secondment).

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter in 5,000 words (maximum) "The candidate must showcase his qualifications in relation to the advertised position (work experiences, training, professional accomplishments, etc.…) and demonstrate that he possesses the personal qualities and competencies required for the position."

Contact information for 3 references.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

EDUCATION

ED1. Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in electrical engineering, computer engineering, aerospace engineering or in another field of engineering relevant to the position

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE

*Experience in at least three (3) of the five (5) fields:
EX1. Experience with communication technologies (e.g.: radios, data links, VoIP, 4G-LTE, WiFi).
EX2. Experience with sensor technologies (e.g.: cameras, lasers, radars).
EX3. Experience with programming languages (e.g.: C#, C++, Java, Python).
EX4. Experience in the planning/execution of systems integration tests.
EX5. Experience in writing technical reports, as well as preparation and delivery of presentations.

KNOWLEDGE

K1. Knowledge of software development processes and associated documentation.
K2. Knowledge of networking devices and computer security appliances.
K3. Knowledge of wireless communications systems.
K4. Knowledge of project management principles.

ABILITIES

A1. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
A2. Ability to coordinate several projects at once
A3. Ability to analyze and solve technical problems and to formulate effective recommendations

PERSONAL SUITABILITY

PS1. Reliable
PS2. Initiative
PS3. Judgement
PS4. Effective interpersonal relationships
PS5. Client oriented

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

Bilingual - Imperative (BBB/BBB)

Information on language requirements

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

ASSET EXPERIENCE

*Significant experience of two (2) years in at least one of the three following fields :
AEX1. Experience in development of military systems combining communication technologies and computer networks.
AEX2. Experience in avionics software development including all the phases of the software life cycle.
AEX3. Experience in programming with different target environments (e.g.: Windows, Linux, Android) and communication protocols (e.g.: Sockets, DCOM, JSON).

Conditions of employment

- Security levels: Relaiability, Secret and Top Secret
- Be available to lead and coordinate field trials
- Be prepared to travel in Canada and internationally a few times per year

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the targeted groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

Reference checks may be sought.

An interview may be administered.

A test may be administered.

A situational exercise may be administered.

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

You must indicate on your application if you require a technical aid for testing or an alternative method of assessment.

A random and/or top down selection of candidates may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.