Systems Engineer II

Honeywell Aerospace Technologies

. Define, analyze, and allocate system-level requirements for optical instruments and payloads .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeKanata • CanadaJuniorMid-Level💰 CA$90,000 - CA$120,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in systems engineering, optical instrumentation, and verification planning for complex optical systems. Proficient in managing technical baselines, conducting design reviews, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with mission requirements.

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Systems EngineeringOptical InstrumentationRequirements ManagementVerification and Validation PlanningSpace Systems Experience

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Hard Skills

Requirements TraceabilityConfiguration ControlPerformance Budget AssessmentOptical Payload IntegrationEnvironmental Qualification TestingAnomaly InvestigationRoot Cause Corrective ActionTechnical Review SupportSystem Performance AnalysisMission Concept Development

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication SkillsMentoring

Tools & Technologies

IBM DOORSMATLABSTKModel-Based Systems EngineeringSysML

Certifications & Qualifications

Controlled Goods Program ClearanceContract Security Program Clearance

Industry Keywords

Optical EngineeringAerospace EngineeringEnvironmental Qualification StandardsNASA StandardsCSA StandardsESA StandardsECSS StandardsMilitary Aerospace Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define, analyze, and allocate system-level requirements for optical instruments and payloads
Develop requirements traceability and verification strategies throughout the product lifecycle
Manage technical baselines and configuration control activities
Support system design reviews including SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, and ORR
Collaborate with optical, electronics, and software teams to develop space-qualified optical instruments
Assess system performance budgets including optical, thermal, pointing, radiometric, and electrical performance
Support instrument architecture trade studies and technology evaluations
Contribute to optical payload integration and validation planning
Develop verification and validation plans for complex optical systems
Support integration activities, environmental qualification testing, and acceptance testing
Analyze test results and ensure compliance with mission and customer requirements
Coordinate problem resolution and corrective actions during system integration and testing
Contribute to mission concept development and operational planning
Support spacecraft and payload interface definition activities
Develop and maintain Interface Control Documents (ICDs)
Participate in anomaly investigations and Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) activities
Work with program management, customers, suppliers, and partner organizations
Support technical reviews and customer presentations
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to engineering best practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Systems Engineering, Physics, Optical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related STEM discipline
Minimum 2 years of experience in systems engineering, optical instrumentation, aerospace systems, or related technical fields
Minimum 2 years developing and managing system requirements and verification plans
Minimum 2 years knowledge of systems engineering processes and product development lifecycles
Minimum 2 years experience working within multidisciplinary engineering teams
Eligibility to obtain and maintain Controlled Goods Program (CGP) and Contract Security Program clearances
Experience with space systems, spacecraft payloads, or optical instruments
Knowledge of imaging systems, spectrometers, laser systems, LIDAR, telescopes, or electro-optical payloads
Experience with requirements management tools such as IBM DOORS or equivalent
Familiarity with systems modeling tools such as MATLAB, STK, Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), or SysML
Knowledge of environmental qualification standards and space industry practices
Experience supporting design reviews, integration, verification, and validation activities
Familiarity with NASA, CSA, ESA, ECSS, or military aerospace standards
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Travel may be required to customer sites, suppliers, or test facilities
Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities under the Ontario Human Rights Code