Company DescriptionAt General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada, our focus extends beyond engineering technology solutions—we are dedicated to cultivating careers. If you seek a purpose-driven career solving some of the world’s most critical problems, alongside some of the brightest engineering minds, your application is welcome. Join a community where your unique perspective propels innovation.Why Join Us?Flexible Work Environment: We have On-site and Hybrid positions, this is often dependent on the nature of your role. We offer a variety of options for your work schedule which includes compressed work week options, flexible start times and shut down periods.Professional Development: We offer a number of resources and support to help develop your professional toolkit! You should anticipate regular progress reviews as well as access to educational assistance, professional designations and certification support, training and more!Total Rewards: Consider it covered—health, dental, and beyond. Early access to a pension plan with various perks to acknowledge your contributions to the organization.Job DescriptionGeneral Dynamics Mission Systems-Canada (GDMS-C) is hiring for a Chief Engineer for our Air & Naval business area. In this role you will be responsible for providing expert technical leadership for all aspects of the A&N program execution lifecycle including phase specific measurement, bid and proposal support, system definition and design activities, software/hardware development, and system verification and validation. They will be capable of translating short, medium, and long-term strategic engineering and business objectives into defined action plans and collaborating with program teams to ensure their realization. The successful candidate will report to the Vice President, Engineering with joint accountability to the Vice President, Air & Naval Systems.Primary ResponsibilitiesConduct independent reviews of A&N programs, providing teams with expert Engineering guidance and supportCollaborate with business and technology leaders to define and maintain technology roadmaps, aligning our capabilities with emerging market needsSupport engineering resourcing and staffing requirements to ensure programs are executed to planned cost and schedule requirementsMonitor customer research solicitation for R&D, proposing and supporting teams in responding to growth and technology capabilitiesProvide technical guidance during the bidding process and review and assess risk to ensure requirements can be metRepresent GDMS in direct customer or other stakeholder engagements as requiredGrow the engineering capability within GDMS–C, provide coaching and mentorship to technical and program resourcesQualificationsA four-year university degree in Engineering. A post-graduate degree in Engineering is highly desired.Significant related Engineering experience on a variety of programs/projectsSignificant technical and people leadership experienceExcellent communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with a variety of technical and non-technical stakeholdersStrong initiative to resolve problems and develop creative solutionsBusiness acumen, with the ability to comprehend and prioritize the financial implications of decisions madeFamiliarity with Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW), sonar systems, and underwater acoustics is desirable.It is a requirement that General Dynamics Mission Systems-Canada be registered with the Canadian Controlled Goods program and that all of its workforce be security assessed. Successful applicants must meet all applicable security requirements, including but not limited to the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance. Applicants may be required to meet additional security requirements in order to gain access to technical data, classified areas or information that is subject to international regulations. You must be eligible to work in Canada.Additional InformationWe believe the unique contributions of each of our colleagues are key in our ability to drive innovation. By fostering a culture of belonging, encouraging idea sharing at all levels, and reinforcing the very real impact of what we do, we offer an environment where everyone can take pride in their work. We respect diverse opinions, and value the lived experiences each and every one of us bring to our workplace. If you require accommodation during any stage of the application process, please contact Human Resources via [email protected].
