Systems Chief Engineer in Ottawa, Ontario

About your next Challenge as a Systems Chief Engineer :

The MAPPS Integrated Communications Systems (ICS) Chief Systems Engineer is responsible for delivering the technical, cost and schedule performance for all engineering content for the Integrated Communications Systems portfolio. S/he provides strategic technical leadership, establishing and directing all aspects of the business unit engineering policies, objectives and initiatives based on long-term product and profitability goals. S/he is responsible for maintaining adequate resources for all engineering functions in the pursuit of the portfolio’s strategic goals and operational plans.

The Chief Systems Engineer is responsible for leading an Integrated Product Team (IPT) ensuring technical, cost and schedule execution of the Engineering content of the programs. The position requires flexibility to manage multiple customer requirements (cost, schedule, technical capabilities), while using analytical and strategic skills to guide the engineering team to successful program deliveries of customer needs. A key part of this role is to work collaboratively across organizational boundaries and ensure programs are smoothly transitioned to production and deployment phases. The Chief Systems Engineer must be able to interact with Division peers, Sector, Segment and Corporate technical leaders and diverse customers. The successful candidate is an experienced technical and business professional who is able to focus simultaneously on near and long term objectives.

What will you do:

• Build, lead and manage the cross-functional engineering IPT dedicated to the ongoing advancement of the program.

• Technical, cost and schedule accountability for technical project execution. Manage contract change and all phases of the portfolio from capture to sustaining.

• Management of engineering staffing demand and allocation of resources

• Planning and execution of product development, from product definition through production transition to meet portfolio goals and objectives.

• Decision maker for high level / high impact engineering technical issues.

• Develop and support a culture of continuous improvement and best practices.

• Maintain a climate of fostering a high level of employee motivation, performance, and commitment.

• Oversees staffing plans and reviews work plans and schedules for each phase of a project in accordance with time limitations and funding.

• Represents engineering organization with major customers and stakeholders.

  Required Skills and Experiences:

  EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent; A Master’s degree in Engineering or a Master’s of Business Administration is an asset

• 15 years of applicable experience in a product development role; With 10 years experience leading cross functional teams

• Experience leading large engineering organizations

• Must hold an active Security Clearance

  COMPETENCIES

  Leadership – exhibits confidence in self and others; inspires and motivates others to perform well; effectively influences actions and opinions of others. Accepts feedback from others; gives appropriate recognition to others.

  Analytical – synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data; designs work flows and procedures.

  Problem Solving – identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyses information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

  Communication – expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.

  Innovation – displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improving work; develops innovative approaches and ideas; presents ideas.

  Change Management – develops workable implementation plans; communicates changes effectively; builds commitment and overcomes resistance’ prepares and supports those affected by change; monitors transition and evaluates results.

  Teamwork – exhibits objectivity and openness to others; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of organization above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.

  Strategic Thinking – develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; understands organization’s strengths and weaknesses; analyzes market and competition; adapts strategy to changing conditions.

  SCOPE AND INFLUENCE

  Knowledge

  Advanced technical understanding in core product and technology areas.

  Problem Solving

  Uses data, engineering principles and formal root cause analysis tools to assess and solve technical problems.

  Discretion/Latitude

  Provided goals and objectives and requires little oversight for execution.

  Impact

  Responsible for the technical success of the organization.

  Contacts

  Contacts are with internal teams, Division, Sector and Segment leadership and internal and external customers.

  Travel Requirements

  Position requires travel up to 10%

  Eligibility Criteria (Mandatory) :

• Must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program;

• Must hold and maintain a government of Canada Reliability status and Secret Level 2 / NATO Secret security clearance.

• Must be eligible to meet the requirements for U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

  L3Harris is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to treating all of its employees and job applicants with respect and dignity and to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination. Anyone applying for a position will be considered without regard to the following: race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, nationality, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability, citizenship status, or conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered, or any other characteristic that is protected by applicable human rights legislation.

  L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug and alcohol testing and background checks, in accordance with applicable law. Such results are only accessible and viewed by individuals at L3Harris who have direct responsibility in the hiring process. If you fail to report for a drug and alcohol test, refuse to undergo such test or test positive for the presence of drugs or alcohol, the hiring process may be concluded or your offer of employment may be rescinded, in L3Harris’ sole discretion.