Build bold. Deliver impact. Win together.
At General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada, we’re not just engineering technology — we’re shaping the future of defence and security. Our teams design and deliver advanced, mission-critical solutions that enhance national security, strengthen communities, and protect the people we serve.
If you’re looking for meaningful work that contributes to a safer, more secure world, you’ll find purpose here. Every day, your skills will directly impact programs that matter.
Are you passionate about shaping the future of Army communications through user-centred design? Join our Calgary team as an Ergonomist / Human Factors Engineer and help create solutions that improve the effectiveness, usability, and experience of military systems for soldiers in the field.
In this role, you will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of human factors specialists, user experience experts, designers, and engineers to identify End User needs and define ergonomic problem spaces. Your focus will include hardware design, reach and accommodation analysis, and the integration of products into vehicles and other operational environments.
Using human factors and ergonomic principles, research, and usability testing, you will advocate for the End User throughout the design and development process. You will play a key role in ensuring military systems are intuitive, effective, and aligned with operational requirements through an iterative user-centred design approach.
Key Responsibilities
What You Need to Have to Succeed
What Makes You Stand Out
The expected Salary range for this position is $80,000 - $95,000 CAD Annual. Our goal is to provide a fair, competitive offer based on an assessment of: Qualifications, Relevant experience, Technical and non-technical skills, Education and certifications as well as internal equity.
Benefits
As a full-time employee at General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada, you’ll enjoy a competitive total rewards package that supports your professional and personal well-being:
Why join us?
Purposeful Innovation
You’ll work on innovations that genuinely make a difference. You’ll apply advanced thinking, design expertise, and practical problem-solving to help equip military and allied forces with leading-edge systems. You’ll be surrounded by some of the brightest minds in the defence sector, contributing to next-generation technologies in an environment that celebrates creativity, new ideas, and modern solutions.
Connection
We believe people do their best work when they feel they belong, and their ideas can flourish. Different perspectives, experiences, and ways of thinking help us innovate and grow. Strong relationships with our teammates help us unite, overcome challenges, and deliver the world-class quality we’re known for. Here, we are committed to inclusivity and ensures every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered.
Challenging and Rewarding Career Pathways
Your career path matters to us. From mentorship and regular check-ins with your leader to educational support, professional certifications, and continuous training, you’ll have the resources you need to thrive. We encourage internal mobility so you can explore different business areas, broaden your skillset, and expand your network. You’ll be working on high-profile, impactful projects that challenge your skills, expand your expertise, and allow you to both learn from mentors and guide others along the way.
Accommodation
If you require accommodation during any stage of the application process, please contact Human Resources via [email protected].
Closing Date:
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.