Job Posting Title

Job Category

Language Requirements

Flexible Work Agreement Type

Posting End Date

Job Grade

Pay Range

Job Summary

Job Description

What NAV CANADA offers you:

• Challenging, team-oriented work environment

• Competitive compensation and flexible benefits

• Defined benefit pension plan

• Opportunities for growth and development

• Flexible work arrangements

• Diverse and inclusive workforce

Key Accountabilities:

• Aid in configuration management of Surveillance hardware and software; testing and release of surveillance systems field modifications; testing and release of software modifications; optimization and adaptation of surveillance systems; assist other systems teams when required.

• Respond to system change and problem reports by determination of root cause, development of work around, recommendations and/or implementation of solutions.

• Evaluate vendor supplied systems and software, provide recommendations in support of initial deployment and throughout the lifecycle of the product.

• Define enhancement specifications with concerned parties; make cost estimates to establish enhancement funding and arrange for price and availability requests; design, develop, and implement enhancements.

• Participate in projects of varying complexity including documentation of technical requirements, statements of work, engineering briefs and system test scenarios.

Job Requirements

Education:

• Graduation from a recognized university with a degree in electrical, electronic, computer or aerospace engineering with eligibility for certification as a Professional Engineer in Canada.

Experience:

• Experience in the planning, design and/or implementation of hardware/software and/or electronic projects.

• Experience in the development of specifications, standards, and procedures.

• Experience in investigating analyzing and resolving life cycle performance issues with surveillance systems such as Multilateration and Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge and understanding of engineering principles, practices, and technology in the field of ATC. Surveillance systems, data communications and computer systems.

• Knowledge of current and emerging technologies including but not limited to electromagnetic theory including RF propagation, Signal processing and techniques applicable to Detection Systems.

• Knowledge of various software applications including operational systems (Windows and LINUX), networking, and communication standards and protocols.

• A working knowledge of project management principles and techniques, system engineering process and practices, business practices and decision-making techniques.

• Knowledge of Canadian and International, Organizations, regulations and standards related to the operation of radars used for air traffic control is an asset.

• Knowledge on Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe).

Abilities:

• Ability to analyze, investigate, evaluate, and implement solutions.

• Ability to create, document and execute test plans, cases, and scripts for software and system changes.

• Ability to provide advice, guidance, and opinions related to surveillance systems.

• Attention to detail, consistent and meticulous.

• 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 work autonomously under minimal supervision and to handle multiple concurrent projects.

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and to write specification, standards, statements of work and general engineering documents.

• Ability to work in a team environment.

Personal Suitability:

• Possesses positive attitude with desire for continuous learning, adaptable and open to new challenges.

• Establish rapport and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, as well as with internal and external agencies.

• Willingness to participate, being influential in team discussions and effective conflict resolution skills.

• Demonstrates professionalism, initiative, reliability, and decisiveness, punctuality, diplomacy, and tact.

Working conditions:

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

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.

-