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Co-op Student, Software Engineering

Location: 

Kanata, ON, CA, K2V 1C2

LEONARDO DRS, headquartered in Arlington, Virginia and is a leading supplier of integrated products, services and support to military forces, intelligence agencies and prime contractors worldwide. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Leonardo which employs more than 45,000 people worldwide. We offer a competitive compensation package and a business culture which rewards performance. For additional information on LEONARDO DRS, please visit our website at www.drs.com. We are committed to recruiting and retaining the best talent in the defense and aerospace industry.
 
DRS Technologies Canada Ltd. (DRS Canada), is a leading mid-tier Canadian defence electronics company specializing in military voice and data communications systems; electro-optics (EO) and infrared search and tracking systems (IRST); command, control, communications, computers and intelligence (C4I) systems integration; deployable flight data recorders; defence/space electronics manufacturing

Job Summary

As a co-op student, software engineering, your main duties include but not limited to:

Software Development
Working with Systems Engineering and other Software developers, design, implement and test new features for the Shipboard Integrated Communications (SHINCOM) system. Help support our existing customer base by investigating, reproducing and provide fixes for existing issues.

 

Test and Debug
Understand how to deploy software loads to embedded and server-based components, operate and debug for investigation and testing of the software changes.

 

Engineering Processes
Develop and maintain thorough technical documentation. Gain proficiency in collaboration tools such, Jira, Git and Confluence to track progress and facilitate knowledge sharing within the team. 

What you require to be successful in this role:

  • Enrollment in a bachelor software engineering or computer sciences program at a recognized post secondary educational institution.  
    Experience in one of these foundation languages: C, C++, Java
  • A self-starter mentality with the ability to work independently with moderate supervision, while also adapting to evolving project demands and contributing effectively in a team-based environment.
  • Working knowledge of Linux, networking and Git is considered an asset

Benefits of working with DRS

  • A motivating team-based environment where your achievements matter
  • An opportunity to work on industry leading edge technology
  • Flexible work hours and a compressed work week to promote a healthy work/life balance
  • Possibility of a hybrid work schedule dependent on business requirements

About DRS Canada

DRS Technologies Canada Ltd., a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, is a leading mid-tier Canadian defence electronics company specializing in military voice and data communications systems; electro‑optics (EO) and infrared search and tracking systems (IRST); command, control, communications, computers and intelligence (C4I) systems integration; deployable flight data recorders; and defence/space electronics manufacturing.

All applicants must be eligible to meet requirements outlined in the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and to obtain a Secret level security clearance.

Applicants requiring a disability related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process are to advise Human Resources. DRS Technologies Canada Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer.


Our Vision. To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values. The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles: 

- Integrity
- Agility
- Excellence
- Customer Focus
- Community & Respect
- Innovation

We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.

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