About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship for the Winter 2027 term. You will work with the Air and Naval Sonar Systems group in Ottawa to support the development of mission-critical technology. Under the guidance of senior engineers, you will contribute to programs that support defense and security operations.
What you'll do#
- Perform system requirements analysis and definition for new or evolving products.
- Support system architecture design, conduct trade studies, and define system interfaces.
- Plan and execute system integration, including lab setup, test planning, and troubleshooting.
- Support qualification and acceptance testing activities.
- Prepare and maintain technical documentation such as design specifications, test plans, and reports.
- Work with internal teams to provide technical support and contribute fresh ideas.
- Analyze complex system-level issues to perform root cause and trend analysis.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a Systems, Electrical, or Computer Engineering program or a related scientific discipline at a recognized university.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Effective communication skills and experience with technical writing.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Interest in learning software and hardware engineering processes, tools, and requirements management software.
- Familiarity with software testing concepts, verification, and validation.
- Understanding of system development processes and lifecycles.
- Exposure to integration with third-party equipment or system interfaces.
- Experience or familiarity with AI/ML models.
- Eligibility to work in Canada and the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance.
Location & details#
- Location: Ottawa, Ontario.
- Term: Winter 2027 (4 to 8 months).
- Modality: Hybrid.
About General Dynamics Mission Systems
General Dynamics Mission Systems is a business unit of General Dynamics that develops C4ISR technology. Founded in 1952, the company operates within the defense and space manufacturing industry. It provides solutions for land, sea, air, space, and cyber domains. The organization is based in Chantilly, Virginia, and employs over 10,000 people.
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