Engineering Systems Specialist

Flexible Work Agreement Type

Posting End Date2024-03-04

Job GradeEN-ENG-4

Pay Range$109,926 - $135,839

Job SummaryAs an Engineer in Networks and Security, the Engineering Systems Specialist 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 in the area of Networks and Security.
The Engineering Systems Specialist is a fully qualified Engineer with a thorough specialized knowledge of Networks & Security. 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 flexible benefits
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Opportunities for growth and development
• Flexible work arrangements
• Diverse and inclusive workforce

Key Accountabilities:

• Provides wide area network 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, telecom network designs, and specifications for the provision and implementation of electronic systems to meet operational, technical and safety requirements.
• 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 groups.

Job Requirements

Education:

• Graduation with a minimum of a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university in electronics, communications, computer, software, or systems engineering.

Experience:

• Experience with Wide Area Network IPVPN Technologies and working with Telecom providers.
• 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 preparing verification procedures.

Knowledge:

• A solid knowledge and understanding of Telecom products, services, and processes.
• A strong specialized knowledge of the systems and equipment which are the primary responsibility of Networks and Security.
• A strong knowledge of systems and equipment which are the responsibility of the other Sections (ATM or CNS).
• A strong knowledge of theory and principles of engineering science and of the practices in specialized field of engineering.
• A strong knowledge of Professional engineering standards and practices.
• A good working knowledge of NAV CANADA travel, procurement, and project development processes.
• A good working knowledge of the NAV CANADA organizational structure and responsibilities.
• A thorough knowledge and demonstrated skills in project management methodologies, techniques, and disciplines for large projects.

Abilities:

• The ability to apply knowledge and experience to develop new solutions, designs and plans.
• The ability to systematically analyze and resolve complex problems.
• Ability to plan, conduct and/or review comprehensive studies, to prepare and/or review reports on specific aspects of unusual problems with existing or proposed operations or facilities.
• Ability to analyze, investigate, evaluate, make decisions, and implement solutions.
• Ability to write specification, standards, statements of work and general engineering documents.

Personal Suitability:

• The ability to establish effective working relations with colleagues, associates and officials of government agencies.
• The ability to identify unusual problems and critical areas that may affect other work and in effectively applying standards, specifications, precedents, and resources.
• The ability to resolve unusual problems that may affect work in other areas, effectively applying precedents and resources, and devising novel methods of using existing engineering knowledge.

Working conditions:

• This position is based at Ottawa Technical Services Centre but may be eligible for a flexible work arrangement.
• Travel required occasional.

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.

At NAV CANADA, safety is our priority. We require pre-employment drug screening for all candidates offered positions designated as safety sensitive in accordance with NAV CANADA’s Drug and Alcohol policy.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.