Project Infrastructure & MBSE Engineer - NETE

Weir Canada, Inc.
Halifax NS, Canada

Permanent Full Time, Hybrid Work

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Purpose of Role: Weir Marine Engineering is currently looking for a Project Infrastructure Engineer with Software Engineering experience to join our Combat and Control Systems (CCS) Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) team supporting the River Class Destroyer (RCD) Project at the Department of National Defence (DND) Office within the Bluenose building in Dartmouth, NS. The Project Infrastructure Engineer is required to provide expertise in modelling, object orientation, data typing, scripting, data integration, analysis, Application Programming Interface (API) development and Independent Verification & Validation (IV&V) services in support of the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN). 
 

The candidate will provide multi-disciplinary engineering and technical services related to the MBSE activities performed across the RCD Program, including interfacing the RCD MBSE framework with new and existing tool sets utilised within the Project, RCN, and DND. The role may also require support other project areas as required, including Integrated Test Evaluation and Acceptance (ITEA), Performance Modelling and Simulation (M&S), Land Based Test Capability (LBTC), and Synthetic Environment Support activities. This is a full-time, permanent position with a combination of working in-office and working from home. This position provides a great opportunity to become immersed in cutting edge technology of the RCN’s future surface combatant fleet and the forefront of modern Canadian MBSE.

What we do at Weir

Since 1953, Weir has operated and managed the Naval Engineering Test Establishment (NETE), a Department of National Defence (DND) facility located in LaSalle with operations in Halifax, Lévis, Victoria and Ottawa/Gatineau. Over 460 personnel are currently employed by Weir at NETE, supporting the Royal Canadian Navy and DND with test and evaluation services in a wide variety of technical areas.

We are a global leader in mining technology for a sustainable future. We help our customers extract the resources the world needs—more efficiently and more sustainably. Our planet’s future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that transition can only happen with the metals and minerals our customers deliver. So, we work side by side with mines across the globe to move less rock, use less energy, use water wisely and create less waste. Together, we drive the shift to smart, efficient and more sustainable mining.

Learn more about us: http://www.global.weir/services/marine-engineering/

Make your impact

You’ll play a key role in solving real-world challenges. You’ll apply your skills to deliver results that matter—whether that’s through engineering, planning or customer support. You’ll work with purpose, learn every day and help shape a more sustainable future.

What you’ll do

• MBSE Infrastructure: Common Data Model maintenance and extension; generating, testing, and deploying Data Analysis metrics for complex data sets; developing, documenting, and deploying custom Data Structures for broader use in the MBSE environment; and development of APIs to enable integration with new and existing tool sets.

• Systems Engineering Lifecycle Implementation: Extending the MBSE framework to implement Systems Engineering Lifecycle Standards and Processes, such as those defined in ISO/IEC 15939:2017, ISO/IEC 15288:2015, ISO/IEC 12207:2008, and NASA-SP/6015; supporting Systems Engineering Lifecycle phase reviews; contributing to Systems Design processes; performing Verification, Validation, and Accreditation of developed models.  

• Model Based Systems Engineering: Conducting data capture sessions with members of the operational community; developing and verifying system architecture models within the project's MBSE environment; application of a disciplined approach and adherence to MBSE Standards and Processes; supporting reviews of subcontractor developed materials; supporting requirements decomposition, traceability, and verification processes.

• Technical Documentation: Reviewing technical documentation such as System Requirement Specifications, Interface Control Documents, System Design Descriptions; developing, testing, and verifying internal documentation surrounding software and data organization processes.

• Support to client: Maintaining positive, friendly, collaborative relationships with team members, and internal and external stakeholders. Liaison with subject matter experts, DND customers and suppliers.

• Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.

What you’ll bring

We value what you can do—not just where you’ve been. If you meet the goals of the role, we want to hear from you.

• Mandatory: Must obtain a Government of Canada security clearance, which necessitates Canadian citizenship and a minimum of 10 years of continuous residence in Canada.

• Mandatory: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.

• Mandatory: Skilled in reading, writing, and speaking English, with the ability to effectively communicate at all levels (both in-person and electronically) with peers, supervisors, and clients. Capable of drafting reports and technical correspondence.

• Desirable: Knowledge or experience in a related Software Engineering discipline, such as Data Engineering, API Development, or Cybersecurity.

• Desirable: Familiarity with data modelling languages and MBSE frameworks such as UML, SysML, DODAF, DNDAF and UAF.

• Desirable: Experience implementing the Object Oriented Systems Engineering Method (OOSEM) using Cameo Enterprise Architecture.

• Desirable: Experience developing, testing, and deploying scripts using Java or other Object Oriented Languages.

• Desirable: Experience utilizing the Cameo OpenAPI for customization of Cameo Enterprise Architecture environments.

Why join Weir?

We live our values—we think safety first, do the right thing, respect each other, aim high and delight our customers. We encourage our people to lead by example and celebrate our successes.

We’re passionate about our purpose—to help deliver the natural resources that are essential to create a better future for the world. We do this by combining our deep customer insights, world class engineering, materials science expertise and intelligent automation to deliver innovative end-to-end solutions incorporating our signature technologies.

We believe your voice matters and your ideas make a difference. We’re working hard to nurture a diverse culture where our people feel like they belong and can do the best work of their lives. You can help shape our unique culture through our inclusion networks and safety initiatives.

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