Counter-Uncrewed Aerial Systems (C-Uas) Specialist

COUNTER-UNCREWED AERIAL SYSTEMS (C-UAS) Specialist

We are currently hiring a Counter Uncrewed Aerial Systems (C-UAS) Specialist to provide technical and operational C-UAS expertise within the Engineering function.

Join our 50,000 employee’s strong global technology organisation, a key player in the international defence and security market. Leonardo Canada - Electronics (LCE) continues to grow in Canada; we're seeking motivated, competent and driven professionals with experience in our very specialised business. LCE offers competitive total rewards and a work environment that supports, encourages and challenges all our employees to grow personally.

Visit us at https://leonardocompany.ca/ and check out our Global organisation at https://www.leonardo.com.

Your Role:

• Specify, install, and integrate C-UAS systems including radar, EO/IR, C2, communication, and ECM systems.
• Test and evaluate C-UAS installations to validate the performance of deployed systems.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation for C-UAS system including requirements, designs, manuals, and test procedures.
• Review and evaluate emergent technologies and systems to maintain technical currency in the C-UAS domain.
• Develop training material for the operation and maintenance of C-UAS systems and equipment.
• Deliver training to customers and industry partners.
• Provide C-UAS expertise in support of bids including statements of work, requirements, concept designs and estimates.

What We Are Looking For:

The C-UAS Specialist should have a high level of knowledge and expertise across the following subject areas:

• Experience in the design, integration, and/or operation of C-UAS systems including radar, EO/IR, C2, communication and ECM systems.
• Expertise in the following:
• • Electronic Warfare (EW)
  • Radar
  • RF detection
  • UAV operations
• Excellent written and verbal ability.
• Ability to work in a small team, with a flexible approach to working
• Experience of working alongside internal stakeholders, external customers and industrial partners.

The “nice to haves”:

· Knowledge of and familiarity with Canadian and/or international training development standards

• Experience developing training programs and documentation
• Experience delivering training utilising modern training techniques

Security Clearance

Given the nature of our development work, it is a condition of employment that the successful candidate receive the required security clearances. Successful candidates must be eligible for Controlled Goods Regulations Program (CGRP) government clearances and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). In addition, candidates must be able to obtain a Canadian Industrial Security Clearance to NATO SECRET level.

If you are unfamiliar with the process, you can find information about Security Clearance requests process on the Government of Canada website (search for "Security Clearance Request Process").

In general, to obtain these clearances, you:

· Must be either a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada

· Must have lived in Canada continuously for the past 10 years

· Must not have a criminal record.

Good to know:

· Group benefits are 100% Company-Paid from first day on the job (including dependents)

· Group Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Plan (LifeWorks), Out-of-Province travel, E-A-P

· Matching Group RRSP program

· Industry-leading Vacation entitlements

· Generous Paid Personal Leave & additional Company Holidays

· Dynamic Flex-time policy

· Remote & Office work flexibility

· Annual Incentive bonus programme

· Exceptional Employee Referral programme

· Professional Development and Credentialing support - internal (Coursera) and external opportunities

· Exceptional professional environment: you'll join a team of some of the best talent in the business (!)

Special needs of candidates with disabilities will be accommodated. Successful candidates must fulfil requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP) and Canadian Security Clearance. Leonardo supports the principles of employment equity and is an equal opportunity employer.

Please apply to this position as indicated.