Systems Solutions Engineer

About Us

In 1977, OSI introduced the first generation electronic chart system for the maritime market and revolutionized navigation. Over the years we have had many firsts.  Today, OSI Maritime Systems is a leading provider of integrated navigation and tactical solutions designed for naval and maritime security operations. Among those solutions, the company develops and delivers integrated bridge systems for warships, integrated dived navigation systems for submarines, and C2 systems for small craft. Presently, 23 navies totaling more than 600 warships and submarines operate using OSI systems. Due to the nature of our company, all employees must pass specific security criteria. Only candidates who are Canadian citizens, have PR status or have a citizenship from a NATO country, and who satisfy security clearance criteria, will be considered.

The Role

OSI Maritime Systems delivers Integrated Mission Management Systems (IMMS) for Patrol Boats and OPV’s. To strengthen the IMMS product team, the Systems Solutions Engineer plays a critical role in the further development of the overall IMMS system requirements’ design and definition. You will execute various system engineering functions throughout the life cycle of the project

Key Responsibilities 

• Supports the Mission Solution functional description; defining the functional solution needs
• Support the definition of IMMS product improvements based on customer needs and personal experience and expertise
• Produce technical level requirements for input to the IMMS product team.
• Performs IMMS solution definition; creating the most suitable sensor, effector, functionality combination
• Executes market analysis of full MMS solutions and MMS subsystems
• Develops system designs, defines systems architecture, defines interfaces and specification, performs trade-studies and documents the design by writing SSDD, ICDs, SRS
• Performs requirement analysis, traceability and maintenance of requirements
• Coordinates design of subsystems and integration of total system
• Develops design concepts and generates technical proposal in response to Request for Quotation (RFQ)
• Attends and participates in customer design reviews and acceptance events
• May participate in system integration tests, trials, and acceptance tests at customer facilities
• Writes acceptance test procedures
• Manages scope of work, schedules work, estimates effort and costs, and identifies technical risks; effectively communicates status on a regular basis to management

You Bring

• Degree in Engineering or Physics, Engineering or related field or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience designing and engineering IMMS solutions either in a Naval, government or industry role.
• Demonstrated know-how of Combat sensor and weapon market for Patrol Boat and/or OPV size vessel.
• Proven track record in the timely delivery of engineering related projects; Strong knowledge of tactical sensors or systems; Excellent knowledge of Systems Engineering principles, standards and best practices; Working experience in network design and architecture;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Familiarity with requirements and verification management tools such as DOORS; Knowledge of safety engineering and human factors engineering is an asset.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain a location relevant security clearance
• Willingness and ability to travel