Job Posting Title Radar Systems Engineering CO-OP Student Winter 2026 Job Category Student Language Requirements English / Anglais Flexible Work Agreement Type Hybrid / Hybride Posting End Date 2025-10-23 Job Grade STU-1 Pay Range Commensurate with Experience / Selon l’expérience Job Summary As a member of the Surveillance System Engineering Team; the Surveillance Engineering Student will be involved in new and ongoing development and engineering support of Air Traffic Control surveillance systems. You will have a diverse set of responsibilities which can include develop/enhance software, data analysis, system and software testing. In this work term, the primary task for the student will be able to work individually and within a Scale Agile Framework (SAFe) Team on refactoring our Radar Software. Job Description Who are we: NAV CANADA is the world’s second largest Air Navigation Service Provider. We are a private company that operates mission critical systems that are fundamental to the safe and efficient service that manage 12 million aircraft movements a year. As a member of the Surveillance System Engineering Team; the Surveillance Engineering Student will be involved in new and ongoing development and engineering support of Air Traffic Control surveillance systems. You will have a diverse set of responsibilities which can include develop/enhance software, data analysis, system and software testing. In this work term, the primary task for the student will be the ability to work individually and within a modified Agile Team on developing and refactoring our surveillance maintenance and toolchain software. Why Us: Get real experience in programing, and system engineering. Learn to use code change management, requirements management, code review and testing tools. Learn to the different aspects of working in a Scaled Agile Framework. Get hands on experience with system deployment and testing. Responsibilities Software development (C/C++/Python/JavaScript) and testing System Hardware installation, setup and testing Create test plans, procedures and scripts Support life cycle support activities of current systems and lab environments Desired Skills Good understanding of programming Good understanding of operating systems Good understanding of Networking Good oral and written communications in English Ability to work independently and in a team environment Programs and Level Graduate student working towards a degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or similar technical discipline. Work Location This is a hybrid role with onsite work minimum of 3 days a week at the Ottawa Technical System Centre – 280 Hunt Club Road Our TSC Facility has: public transportation access Free parking Free onsite gym 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 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.
