Senior Certification Systems Engineer presso Lockheed Martin Canada
Lockheed Martin Canada · Halifax, Canada · Hybrid
- Senior
- Ufficio in Halifax
Employee Type
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Permanent
Town/Region
Halifax, NS, Montreal, QC, Ottawa, ON, Victoria, BC
About the role
The Certification Systems Engineer is responsible for developing and executing the certification program for the combat systems and platform systems of the Canadian Surface Combatant (CSC). The Certification Systems Engineer will work closely with multiple design engineering and test teams to ensure the design of the combat and platform systems comply with all applicable Naval Ship Code requirements, Lloyd’s Naval Ship Rules and other marine regulatory requirements. This role will serve as an internal regulatory Subject Matter Expert (SME), as well as a primary external point of contact with regulatory agencies.
The Certification Systems Engineer will be responsible for all technical aspects of the deliverables, meetings, issues, and actions of the Certification Cross Product Team (CPT). In addition, the Certification Systems Engineer will support the Certification CPT Lead with Engineering Changes, overall technical management, requirements derivation, reporting, and business rhythm activities associated with this effort.
The Certification Systems Engineer will be responsible for all technical aspects of the deliverables, meetings, issues, and actions of the Certification Cross Product Team (CPT). In addition, the Certification Systems Engineer will support the Certification CPT Lead with Engineering Changes, overall technical management, requirements derivation, reporting, and business rhythm activities associated with this effort.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement. Furthermore, Lockheed Martin is dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive for all individuals. We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed.
What you bring to the role
- Possess a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in software, hardware, systems, mechanical, electrical or electronics engineering or a related discipline
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a systems engineering environment
- Developing the basis of certification and establishing compliance strategies for the combat systems
- Communicating with IPT and CPT engineering teams to identify scope of work, schedule, design details, risks, and other pertinent factors impacting certification
- Ability to set priorities and efficiently resolve problems
- Ability to work independently and as part of a broader team
- Good organizational and leadership skills
- Ability to plan, adapt and thrive in a dynamic schedule-driven environment.
- Experience with systems engineering processes including requirements analysis; derivation and traceability management; system architecture development; configuration management; requirements verification; hardware and software engineering development processes
- Performing Systems Engineering activities including, requirements analysis, derivation and traceability management, system architecture development, systems validation and verification
- Knowledge in requirements management using Dynamic Object-Oriented Requirements System (DOORS)™ (IBM Rational)
- Participating in the development of Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), Basis of Estimates (BOEs) and cost and schedule impact assessments
- Developing tools, as necessary, to track deliverables, testing and compliance findings to assure on-time completion of certification tasks
- Defining and tracking of Technical Performance Metrics (TPMs)
- The ability to read, review, and develop technical schematics, engineering specifications, and engineering drawings
- Reviewing system designs, architecture, use cases, block diagrams, cable diagrams, equipment arrangements in order to validate certification system requirements are satisfied and communicate necessary design changes to the design team
- Identifying potential certification risks and issues, and communicating related information to the impacted engineering disciplines
- Developing, reviewing, and approving certification-related documents, including System Specific Certification Plans, Technical White papers, Engineering Safety Justification Reports, Deviations and Waivers, Test Plans and Reports
- Developing and reviewing certification documentation to substantiate compliance to applicable rules and regulations
- Reviewing Sub-Contractor technical documentation reviews in support of ship certification deliverables
- Deriving regulatory and Class Society requirements in a way that clearly breaks down the regulations and guidance material for various integrated product engineering teams
- Working with IPT and CPT engineering teams to develop relevant engineering specifications, system designs and system certification plans, to support Lloyd’s Register Design Appraisal and Naval Ship Safety Certification (NSSC)
- Interfacing with Naval Certification Authorities and the Lloyd’s Register Class Society as required
Additional skills desired for the role
- Previous engineering or certification experience in Naval or Aerospace certification domain
- Experience with Naval Combat Systems
- Experience with Naval Platform Systems
- Knowledge of design standards and verification methods for naval combat systems and equipment
- Detailed knowledge of the application Lloyd’s Naval Ship Rules and Commercial Ship Rules, the ANEP 77 Naval Ship Code, and International Maritime Organization Regulations in a new build ship program
Discipline
Engineering
About us
Headquartered in Ottawa, Lockheed Martin Canada is the Canadian unit of Lockheed Martin Corporation, a global defense technology company driving innovation and advancing scientific discovery. Our all-domain mission solutions and 21st Century Security® vision accelerate the delivery of transformative technologies to ensure those we serve always stay ahead of ready. We operate major facilities in Ottawa, Montreal, Halifax, Calgary and Victoria and work on a wide range of programs from advanced naval technology products, aircraft sustainment, and unmanned systems software. This position is part of the Rotary and Mission Systems business area, where employees across Canada support engineering, systems integration, training, sustainment and in-service support programs for Canadian and international military customers across land, air and sea.
Clearance required for role
What we offer you
We walk our talk when it comes to work/life balance! Your physical, mental and financial wellbeing matters to us. On top of working in a highly supportive, friendly, respectful environment, this is what you can expect when you join our team as a Regular Full-Time employee:
- Flexible, compressed work schedules, depending on business requirements, where you have the option of Fridays off, as well as the possibility to work remote part-time
- Competitive compensation
- Time to recharge with vacation, personal days, holidays, and parental leaves
- Comprehensive Family Medical, Dental and Vision coverage available on your first day of employment, along with:
- Virtual Health Care (24/7 access to medical professionals)
- A Wellness Spending Account to aid in your wellness journey
- Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) which includes free face to face counselling sessions
- Medical Travel Insurance
- Onsite fitness facilities at our main office locations
- A Registered Retirement Savings Plan that includes matching company contributions on your first day of employment, that also includes access to Financial Advisors providing investment advice and comprehensive financial planning
- Employee discounts to save on goods, services and various recreational activities
- Access to a robust spectrum of development resources to enhance your skills and/or advance your career including:
- Free learning resources through a modern and engaging platform
- Education Assistance Program
- Reimbursement for a professional membership
- Self-directed Mentoring
Language Requirements in Quebec
Knowledge of the English language is required for this role as the position described in this posting requires the candidate to communicate every day with a virtual team outside Quebec as well as communicate with different members of the organization, clients and suppliers located outside of Canada. For engineering positions, the candidate must also be able to read or modify technical documents from our main clients and write technical documents for these same clients.
