General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada develops innovative products and solutions that enhance security and operational advantage. They are seeking a co-op student to join their team to help develop and deploy infrastructure and engineering applications, while gaining hands-on experience in a collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
- Building and maintaining virtual environments to host our solutions and support the team
- Deployment of applications and services, including integrating them together
- Updating and expanding applications to provide users with new features or improved processes
- Writing scripts or tools, automating tasks such as setup, provisioning, environment monitoring, data collection, and reporting to name a few
- Evaluating new tools and technologies to improve the way we work
- Developing, streamlining, and communicating processes and best practices
Skills
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree or College Diploma in Engineering or Computer Science
- Experience working with scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell
- Experience working with JavaScript or TypeScript
- Fundamental understanding of Server and Desktop Operating systems
- Love working in a team environment, collaborating, and sharing your knowledge
- Ability to analyze complex issues, develop and recommend options, and implement solutions
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal
- It is a requirement that General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada be registered with the Canadian Controlled Goods program and that all of its workforce be security assessed
- Successful applicants must meet all applicable security requirements, including but not limited to the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance
- Applicants may be required to meet additional security requirements in order to gain access to technical data, classified areas or information that is subject to international regulations
- You must be eligible to work in Canada
- Experience working in a git environment with a modern IDE or directly on the command-line
- Experience working with C#, ASP.NET, and Angular
- Practice working with Linux and/or Windows operating systems
- Any knowledge of VM environments or containerization tools like Docker
Benefits
- Eligibility for future co-ops or full-time roles
- Flexible work hours and compressed workweek options
- Hybrid work model (where applicable)
- Networking opportunities across teams and disciplines
- Onsite amenities and social events (gym, bike storage, trivia, appreciation events, etc.)
- Corporate discounts
Company Overview
As one of Canada’s largest, most established defence and security technology companies, General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada is a force in the business community, developing and utilizing the skills of Canadian suppliers, building Canada’s manufacturing base, and supporting research and development, while providing a flexible and innovation-driven workplace for over 1,200 employees across the country. It was founded in 1948, and is headquartered in Ottawa, Ontario, CAN, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://gdmissionsystems.ca/.
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