Systems Engineering Intern

About the role

As a Systems Engineering Intern you will be working on mission critical software for the control and analytics of uncrewed vehicles and systems.

Lockheed Martin Skunk Works Canada software is deployed globally in Small (SUAS), Medium (Shadow RQ-7), Large (Grey Eagle MQ-1C), and high altitude pseudo satellite (HAPS) systems as well as surface vehicles and target systems.

As part of the Skunk Works team, you'll have the opportunity to work on cutting edge next generation ground control system platforms as well as computer vision and AI applications in the air and on the ground.

We're looking for a Systems Engineering Intern to play a critical role in engineering mission critical software for uncrewed vehicles. Primarily, system engineers support the development of these systems by developing the requirements, creating the system design, integrating completed components and testing against the original requirements. You will work tightly with developers to form a cohesive, cross functional team capable of bringing products from mission scenarios to a tested, polished, final product.

Responsibilities will include:

• Supports technical planning, system integration and verification and validation.
• Support analysis at all levels of total system product including: concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal.
• Support the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints.

What you bring to the role

• Completing Bachelor’s degree in a related engineering or STEM discipline
• Knowledge of systems engineering experience, including requirements engineering, system design, integration and verification and validation
• Ability to work within a dynamic and fast paced team.
• Some knowledge of system design and integration.
• Experience as a tester would be useful
• Eligible for Canadian Controlled Goods clearance

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

About us

Lockheed Martin Canada is the Canadian-based arm of Lockheed Martin Corporation, a global security and aerospace company employing 115,000 people worldwide, including more than 1,300 Canadians. By applying innovative approaches of our highly skilled and experienced Canadian workforce, we have been Canada’s trusted defence and aerospace partner for over 80 years. We operate major facilities in Ottawa, Montreal, Halifax, Calgary and Victoria and work on a wide range of programs from advanced naval technology products and unmanned systems software to providing delivery and in-service support of the latest military aircraft to commercial engine repair and overhaul capabilities. This position is part of the Lockheed Martin’s Aeronautics - Advanced Development Programs team also known as “Skunk Works”, specializing in the development and licensing of vehicle control station software for unmanned systems.