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Senior Systems Engineer (2 positions)
@ NAV CANADA
Ottawa, Ontario
Overview
NAV CANADA is hiring two Senior Systems Engineers for its RPAS Traffic Management Team in Ottawa. The role leads technical studies, specifications, testing and life-cycle management of systems supporting remotely piloted aircraft in Canadian airspace. The posting is full-time, hybrid with at least 3 days per week on site, with a pay range of $127,829 to $160,581.
Responsibilities:
- Fournir un leadership technique sur les systèmes de gestion du trafic RPAS
- Diriger des études et enquêtes techniques
- Soutenir l'élaboration de programmes d'immobilisations nationaux
- Suivre la recherche et les normes de l'industrie
- Aider à résoudre les problèmes techniques des systèmes opérationnels
Requirements summary:
- Baccalauréat en génie ou certification d'ingénieur professionnel au Canada
- Minimum de 5 ans d'expérience progressive en projets d'ingénierie complexes
- Connaissances en intégration de logiciels et essais de systèmes
- Connaissances des principes RF et de la gestion de projet
- Capacité à rédiger des spécifications techniques
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-11
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-12
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-12
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Engineering |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: minimal · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Electrical engineering, Electronics engineering, Communications engineering, Computer engineering, Systems engineering |
| Security clearance | Other clearance |
| Perks mentioned | Flexible hours, Retirement plan |
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Full company description
NAV CANADA is the private sector, non-share capital corporation that owns and operates Canada's civil air navigation service (ANS). NAV CANADA co-ordinates the safe and efficient movement of aircraft in Canadian domestic airspace and international airspace assigned to Canadian control. Through its coast to coast to coast operations, NAV CANADA provides air traffic control, flight information, weather briefings, aeronautical information, airport advisory services, and electronic aids to navigation.
- LinkedIn followers
- 67,780
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 3,317
- Reported office locations
- 151 Slater Street, Ottawa, ON K1P 5H3, CA
- Business categories
- Information Technology
- Navigation
- Aerospace
- Other recorded names
- NAV CANADA
- Specialties
- Air Navigation Service Provider
- Air Traffic Management Solutions
- Air Traffic Control
- Flight Information Services
- NAV CENTRE / CENTRE NAV
- International ATC Training
- Aeronautical Information Services
- and Navigational Aids
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- 0
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NAV CANADA is the private sector, non-share capital corporation that owns and operates Canada's civil air navigation service (ANS). NAV CANADA co-ordinates the safe and efficient movement of aircraft in Canadian domestic airspace and international airspace assigned to Canadian control. Through its coast to coast to coast operations, NAV CANADA provides air traffic control, flight information, weather briefings…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Airlines and Aviation |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Ottawa, ON |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 1996 |
| Specialties | Air Navigation Service ProviderAir Traffic Management SolutionsAir Traffic ControlFlight Information ServicesNAV CENTRE / CENTRE NAVInternational ATC TrainingAeronautical Information Servicesand Navigational Aids |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 22 |
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Job Posting Title
Senior Systems Engineer (2 positions)Job Category
Systems EngineeringLanguage Requirements
English / AnglaisEnglish is required / L'anglais est requisFlexible Work Agreement Type
Hybrid / HybridePosting End Date
2026-11-29Job Grade
PIPSC-4Pay Range
$127,829 - $160,581Job Summary
As a member of the RPAS Traffic Management Team within NAV CANADA’s Technology Organization, the Senior Systems Engineer contributes to aviation safety and operational efficiency in the rapidly growing use of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) in Canadian airspace. The Senior Systems Engineer is accountable for applying engineering knowledge and analytical skills in conducting studies and analyses, supporting and leading working groups, preparing plans and designs, completing Engineering projects, and providing advice and technical leadership for life-cycle management of the systems and equipment.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.
- Provides technical leadership in performance specification, evaluation and testing of RPAS Traffic Management support infrastructure.
- Leads studies and investigations in technical topics related to RPAS traffic Management to develop new solutions for unresolved problems.
- Keeps up to date on research in the RPAS Traffic Management industry and on the work of standards development organizations, and contributes to international working groups to ensure the Canadian context is considered.
- Provides prompt assistance to investigate technical problems with in-service operational systems.
- Actively promotes and contributes to a Safety and Quality culture within the team.
Job Requirements
Education:
- Graduation with a minimum of a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university in electrical, electronics, communications, computer or systems engineering, or certification as a Professional Engineer in Canada.
Experience:
- A minimum of 5 years progressive experience on complex engineering projects.
- Experience working in the development and testing of mission-critical systems, either in‑house or through contractors.
- Experience in a collaborative environment working with cross-functional teams.
- Experience in the application of safety and quality management systems.
Knowledge:
- A strong knowledge of Professional engineering standards and practice, theory and principles of engineering science and of the practices in specialized field of engineering.
- Knowledge of software system development, integration and system testing.
- Knowledge of radio and RF principles.
- Knowledge of project management methodologies, techniques and disciplines for large projects.
Abilities:
- Ability to write technical specifications, standards, statements of work and other engineering documents.
- Ability to work under pressure, and to prioritize and manage multiple tasks with tight or conflicting deadlines.
- Ability to research potential development solutions and best practices and to learn new technologies, domains, and tools.
- Ability to analyse and synthesize technical information, interpret the results of studies, develop strategies, and present recommendations to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Creative and innovative approach to solving problems.
- Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively, with tact and diplomacy, within cross functional teams and with external stakeholders.
Personal Suitability:
- Proficiency in teamwork and team leadership.
- Collaborative and able to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team with minimal direction.
- Able to build and maintain strong strategic relationships.
- Initiative and positive forward-thinking attitude.
Working conditions:
- Occasional international travel required.
Flexible work arrangements:
- This position is a hybrid position with a minimum – 3 days per week on site.
- The work location is: Ottawa Technical Systems Centre (280 Hunt Club Road)
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.
NAV CANADA may use automated or AI‑enabled tools to help manage applications and identify job‑related qualifications. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All hiring decisions are reviewed and made by NAV CANADA recruitment professionals and hiring managers.
We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for next steps will be contacted.
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