Job Posting Title Senior Systems Engineer - Remote Aerodrome Visual System (RAVS) Job Category Systems Engineering Language Requirements English or Bilingual / Anglais ou bilingue In the event a qualified bilingual candidate is not found, a qualified unilingual candidate will be considered. / Dans l’éventualité où un candidat bilingue qualifié n’est pas disponible, un candidat unilingue qualifié sera considéré. Flexible Work Agreement Type Hybrid / Hybride Posting End Date 2025-05-27 Job Grade PIPSC-4 Pay Range $127,829 - $160,581 Job Summary • As an Engineer in an Engineering Specialty Air Traffic Management and Communications Navigation and Surveillance (ATM and CNS) or Sub-Specialty Section, the Senior Systems Engineer is accountable for applying technical knowledge in preparing plans and designs, completing large Engineering projects, providing advice and technical leadership for life-cycle management of the systems and equipment for digital visual surveillance solutions to enhance and provide Air Traffic Services (ATS). • The Senior Systems Engineer is a fully qualified Engineer with a thorough specialized knowledge of systems in the Specialty / Sub–specialty area of responsibility. This knowledge is supplemented with significant experience working with the systems in the field environment through design, installation and life-cycle support, and incorporates a thorough understanding of system interrelationships and operational use. 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 • Develops plans to meet project or site-specific requirements • Prepares detailed plans, system designs, and specifications for the provision and implementation of electronic systems to meet operational, technical and safety requirements • Oversees the planning, organizing, coordination, monitoring for the project design, procurement, installation, and maintenance of Remote Aerodrome Visual Systems (RAVS). • Provides advice and guidance to NAV CANADA officials, the federal government and industry concerning engineering requirements and related NAV CANADA standards for ATS visual surveillance systems. • Manages large multi-disciplined projects with dollar values usually less than $500K, but occasionally in the $500K to $1M range • Provides prompt assistance when requested to investigate technical problems with in-service operational systems • Actively promotes a Safety and Quality culture within the Specialty which ultimately will be reflected in the quality of the finished product delivered to the client group Job Requirements Education: • Degree in Engineering, Information Technology or related field from a recognized University. • Professional Certification: Member or eligible to be a member in a Professional Engineering Association in Canada. Experience: • Minimum 5 years work experience in the planning, design and implementation of safety or mission critical systems • Extensive experience delivering medium to large scale projects without close supervision • Extensive experience with system documentation and working with clients to gather requirements/design specs • Extensive experience in CNS or ATM systems • Experience with various Operating Systems including MS Windows and Linux. Knowledge: • A strong knowledge of systems and equipment which are the responsibility of Surveillance engineering, more specifically ATS visual surveillance systems. • Overall knowledge of camera and video technology for the application of providing ATS. • Understanding camera operation, performance, and limitations in varying environmental conditions. • Knowledge of video streaming, compression, frame rate, bandwidth usage, resolution, and bitrates. • Knowledge of Camera and image configuration settings such as Exposure, Aperture, Focus, White Balance, Focal Length, Field of View, etc. • Knowledge of how display settings such as Backlight, Contrast, Brightness, Sharpness, Motion enhancement, Power, Gamma, White Balance, Color Temperature, Motion Lighting, and more affect real world performance. • Knowledge of International standards and regulations such as EUROCAE, ICAO, and CANSO for ATS provision with visual surveillance solutions. • A thorough knowledge and demonstrated skills in project management methodologies, techniques, and disciplines for large projects Abilities: • Ability to write technical specifications, standards, statements of work and general engineering documents. • Ability to work under pressure, prioritize and manage multiple priorities with tight or conflicting deadlines in an environment of multiple priorities. • Ability to research potential development solutions and best practices and learn new technologies, domains, and tools quickly. • Ability to analyse and synthesize technical information, interpret the results of studies, develop strategies, and provide recommendations to a technical and non-technical audience. • Creative and innovative approach to solving problems. • Communicate effectively with cross functional teams internally and externally. Personal Suitability: • Proficiency in teamwork and team management. • Mentor and coach team members including students. • Collaborative and highly organized and work effectively in a multidisciplinary team and able to build and maintain strong strategic relationships. • Initiative and positive forward-thinking attitude. Working conditions: · This position is based at the Ottawa ANS Location and is a hybrid position with a minimum – 3 day(s) per week on site. · This position has occasional travel, both Domestic and International. 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. - NAV CANADA's notification system is currently experiencing technical difficulties. As a result, you may not receive expected notifications such as alerts, updates, or confirmations via email. Our technical team is actively investigating the issue and working to restore full functionality as quickly as possible. NAV CANADA employees help guide the world's aircraft safely and expeditiously through Canadian-controlled airspace. With approximately 4600 employees located from coast, to coast, to coast, we offer some of the most exciting careers in the field of aviation. Our employees deliver air traffic services, design and build our technology, maintain our systems, and provide a wide variety of technical and administrative support. Above all, our employees work together to keep our skies safe. NAV CANADA considers our people to be our most important asset, and we are committed to providing a motivating and satisfying workplace. In exchange for your dedication and commitment, you'll receive a generous compensation and benefits package, opportunities for training and development, and the chance to work for a company that is at the forefront of its industry globally.
