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Co-op-Systems Engineer

Location: 

Kanata, ON, CA, K2V 1C2

DRS Pivotal Power, Inc. is located in Bedford, Nova Scotia. DRS Pivotal Power is a leader in the design, development and manufacture of high reliability power conversion equipment for mission critical applications supporting all branches of the military in Canada, the US and many countries abroad. All products are designed and manufactured in house by our growing team of over 100 employees. DRS Pivotal Power is part of the Leonardo DRS Naval Electronics group and has currently over 30,000 fielded units boasting a field reliability of over 99%.

Job Summary

At Leonardo DRS, Systems Engineering co-op students contribute from day one. You’ll support the definition, design, and development of complex systems, working across software, hardware, and mechanical disciplines on both existing and developmental products.

Why Leonardo DRS?

  • Hands-on learning with advanced engineering tools
  • Real responsibility on active, mission-critical programs
  • Close-knit team culture within a growing global organization
  • Cross-disciplinary exposure across software, hardware, and mechanical systems
  • Collaboration with teams, including manufacturing operations in Halifax

What You’ll Do?

  • Support systems analysis and functional evaluations
  • Assist with interface definitions and control drawings
  • Help develop system requirements and requirement traceability
  • Create inputs for technical documentation and diagrams
  • Support testing, installations, and ILS activities
  • Assist with safety, reliability, and human factors studies
  • Participate in project meetings, reviews, and documentation

What We’re Looking For?

  • Students enrolled in Engineering or Computer Science programs
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Ability to learn quickly and adapt to evolving technologies
  • Organized, flexible, and able to manage multiple tasks

About DRS Pivotal Power 

DRS Pivotal Power Inc., a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, is a leader in the development and manufacture of high reliability power conversion equipment for mission critical military applications. DRS Pivotal Power is part of the Naval Electronics Canada Group. 

 

All applicants must fulfill requirements for Canadian security clearance.   

Applicants requiring a disability related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process are to advise Human Resources. DRS Pivotal Power Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. 

Applicants may apply to this position online at www.leonardodrs.com/careers.  

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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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