Senior UVS Systems Engineer in Medicine Hat

Medicine Hat, AB | Full-Time | Permanent | Hybrid Work Environment

About The Role

• Assist in the development of the Concept of Operations & use cases for the QTSC Products and Services.
• Assist in the creation as part of the overall team the development of the technical architecture for dependant Products, Projects, and Programs over the course of their lifecycles.
• Working with the Project team and assigned project engineer for the creation of full requirements definition for a product family lifecycle within the project planning activities for approval by the delegated authority.
• Working in conjunction with Engineering, Operational, Commercial & Business Development teams to develop Basis of Estimates and Technical scope for internal and external proposals.
• Provide technical support within the Change & Obsolescence Management Processes.
• Acting at the Project Technical Lead and/or Engineer role for system level project for small sized projects.
• Resolve ambiguity regarding technical issues within a single area or multiple areas of expertise including breaking down and defining project technical requirements for medium sized projects.
• Ensuring through communication and teamwork with project teams that testing and validating of overall systems is completed and supports the overall strategic scope.
• Creating and peer reviewing engineering technical publications including drawings, schematics, safety documentation, engineering reports & operational materials related to the overall system design.
• Conducting training to internal staff on the overall function and operations of the system of small systems.
• Provide recommendation, business cases, and proposals for technical aspects of long-range technical projects.
• Assisting in the development, maintenance, and execution of Technical Product RoadMaps.
• Work assignment will have critical deadlines.

Essential Skills

• Ability to read, understand, and interpret and modify engineering drawings, schematics, and BOM.
• Technical writing for reports, work instructions, operational instructions, proposals, safety documentation, and training material.
• General multi-discipline technical knowledge which can be applied to an overall system.

Additional Assets Skills

• Basic Finance & Engineering Economics.
• Technical Project Management - including planning & scheduling tools (Project Insight, MS Project, etc.).

What You Bring

Education & Professional Membership

• Bachelor of Engineering or equivalent in any discipline.
• Professional membership in APEGA, or eligibility for membership.
• Eligible to support company Permit to Practice responsibilities as required.

Work Experience

• 10+ years of Engineering experience in design, development, testing, production support, or lifecycle sustainment of vehicle systems or electromechanical products.
• 3+ years of technical leadership experience.
• 3+ years of project management experience.
• Experience in avionics, marine, vehicular military systems, uncrewed systems, and/or communication equipment is considered an asset.

Security

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada and meet the eligibility requirements to obtain and maintain the Government of Canada security clearance required for the position.
• Must be eligible for and maintain a clear background check, including criminal record screening, as required for security clearance.

Why QinetiQ?

We offer a high-performing, inclusive work environment where you can thrive, contribute meaningfully, and be your authentic self. Our people-first culture supports your wellbeing, growth, and ability to make a real impact. You’ll also benefit from a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Extended health and wellness spending accounts.
• RRSP/TFSA matching.
• Access to continuous learning and development opportunities.
• And more!