Senior UVS Systems Engineer

QinetiQ · Medicine Hat, Canada · On site · 5 days ago

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📍 Medicine Hat, AB | Full-Time | Permanent | Hybrid Work Environment

🛠️ About the Role

As part of the Systems Engineering Department the Systems Engineer is a key part of the development team for the concepts, design, development, production, and operation of Uncrewed Vehicle Systems with respect to the overall multi-disciplinary technical systems developed and maintained for Aerial, Surface, Control Stations, Test Equipment, and Payloads as part of the QTSC product families.

General Responsibilities & Duties

Assist in the development of the Concept of Operations & use cases for the QTSC Products and Services

Assist in the creation as part of the overall team the development of the technical architecture for dependant Products, Projects, and Programs over the course of there lifecycles

Working with the Project team and assigned project engineer for the creation of full requirements definition for a product family lifecycle within the project planning activities for approval by the delegated authority.

Working in conjunction with Engineering, Operational, Commercial & Business Development teams to develop Basis of Estimates and Technical scope for internal and external proposals.

Provide technical support within the Change & Obsolescence Management Processes

Acting at the Project Technical Lead and/or Engineer role for system level project for small sized projects.

Resolves ambiguity regarding technical issues within a single area or multiple areas of expertise including breaking down and defining project technical requirements for medium sized projects

Ensuring through communication and teamwork with project teams that testing and validating of overall systems in completed and supports the overall strategic scope.

Creating and peer reviewing engineering technical publications including drawings, schematics, safety documentation, engineering reports & operational materials related to the overall system design.

Conducting training to internal staff on the overall function and operations of the system of small systems.

Provide recommendation, business cases, and proposals for technical aspects of long-range technical projects.

Assisting in the development, maintenance, and execution of Technical Product RoadMaps.

Work assignment will have critical deadlines.

Skill Requirements:

Essential Skills:

Ability to read, understand, and interpret and modify engineering drawings, schematics, and BOM.

Technical writing for reports, work instructions, operational instructions, proposals, safety documentation, and training material

General multi-discipline technical knowledge which can be applied to an overall system.

Additional Assets Skills:

Basic Finance & Engineering Economics

Technical Project Management - including planning & scheduling tools (Project Insight, MS Project, etc.)

🎓 What You Bring

Education & Professional Membership:

Bachelor of Engineering or equivalent in any discipline

Professional membership in APEGA, or eligibility for membership.

Eligible to support company Permit to Practice responsibilities as required.

Work Experience:

10+ years of Engineering experience in design, development, testing, production support, or lifecycle sustainment of vehicle systems or electromechanical products.

3+ years of technical leadership experience

3+ years of project management experience.

Experience in avionics, marine, vehicular military systems, uncrewed systems, and/or communication equipment is considered an asset.

🔐 Security

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada and meet the eligibility requirements to obtain and maintain the Government of Canada security clearance required for the position

Must be eligible for and maintain a clear background check, including criminal record screening, as required for security clearance

💡 Why QinetiQ?

We offer a high-performing, inclusive work environment where you can thrive, contribute meaningfully, and be your authentic self. Our people-first culture supports your wellbeing, growth, and ability to make a real impact.

You’ll also benefit from a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

Extended health and wellness spending accounts

RRSP/TFSA matching

Access to continuous learning and development opportunities

And more!

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Employer
QinetiQ
Location
Medicine Hat, Canada · On site