Co-op Fall 2025 - Avionics Technician / Eng Specialist

Company Description

At General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada, our focus extends beyond engineering technology solutions—we are dedicated to cultivating careers. If you seek a purpose-driven career solving some of the world’s most critical problems, alongside some of the brightest engineering minds, your application is welcome. Join a community where your unique perspective propels innovation.

Why Join Us?

• Realize your Impact: Our work enables customers to successfully navigate missions across diverse domains of operation. Your fresh perspectives and ideas have the power to shape real solutions, influence projects and drive meaningful change.
• Kick-start your Career: Immerse yourself in various industry facets, gaining insights that span from cutting-edge technology to project management. Elevate your resume with a distinguished company to set the stage for a rewarding career, while paving the way for future full-time opportunities within General Dynamics.
• Grow your Network: Work side by side with talented professionals who are excited to share their experience and develop your skills. Have meaningful interactions, ask questions, and build relationships that can lead to lasting industry connections.
• Balance your Life: Flexible Work Environment: We have On-site and Hybrid positions, this is often dependant on the nature of your role. We offer a variety of options for your work schedule which includes compressed work week options, flexible start times and shut down periods. We champion work-life balance, ensuring you have time for personal endeavors and your professional aspirations.

Job Description

In this role you can expect to:

• Support the provisioning of aircraft data and supporting materials into the prescribed aircraft record keeping system.
• Review materials received by Canada and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) and identify of any support gaps.
• Support the project management team in the collection, control, and management of data required to repair or modify the MAISR aircraft, its Prime Mission Equipment (PME), and related on-site training equipment.
• Support meetings and working groups between GDMS-C, Voyageur Aircraft Corp., and Canada Support logistics and life cycle analyses including the identification of required spares and support equipment. 
• Support the authoring and delivery of timed and ad hoc reports, data, or minutes to Canada.
• Support with the operation/configuration management of Part Task Tariner (Training Device).
• Support the development of training data for PME and ground systems.
• Support the development of technical publications.
• Provide materiel management support.
• Support aircraft maintenance and airworthiness teams in collecting, developing, and managing aircraft data to ensure the aircraft and supporting maintenance and airworthiness programs support the acceptance of the aircraft by Canada and transition to ISS.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an avionics diploma or aerospace engineering, or equivalent program at a Canadian college or university.
• A systems thinker with the ability to approach aircraft and aircraft support as a system of systems.
• Detail oriented with a strong focus on accuracy, configuration control, and system safety.
• Understanding basic aircraft systems, maintenance programs, configuration and data management is desirable.
• Understanding of computer systems, RF communications systems, and information technology is desirable.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment, with minimum supervision.
• Enthusiastic contributor, willing to learn new skills and take on ownership of work.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong problem solving and root cause analysis skills.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Canadian Security Clearance and a positive Controlled Goods Assessment. Eligibility to work in Canada either as a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident.
• Applicants may be required to meet additional security requirements in order to gain access to technical data, classified areas or information that is subject to international regulations.

Additional Information

We believe the unique contributions of each of our colleagues are key in our ability to drive innovation. By fostering a culture of belonging, encouraging idea sharing at all levels, and reinforcing the very real impact of what we do, we offer an environment where everyone can take pride in their work. If you require accommodation during any stage of the application process, please contact Human Resources via .