Co-op May 2026 System Integration & Verification, Bowman 12-16-Months

BOWMAN is the tactical communications system integrating digital voice and data technology to provide secure radio telephone intercom and tactical internet services in a modular and fully integrated system. This program converted over 18000 platforms just over 15 years ago. General Dynamics Missions Systems Canada (GDMS-C) is looking for a System Integration & Verification Engineer (SI&V) Internship student to join the BOWMAN product development team in Calgary to support ongoing future capability development.

The system integration & verification (SI&V) team has the mandate to execute integration and system testing on the Bowman communication system. The successful candidate will be responsible for test planning definition execution reporting and supporting lab setup and configuration activities. Services consist of on-platform and off-platform communications network data routing and forwarding radio communications Headquarter communications (fibre Non-Line of Sight etc) battle management and system management along with email chat and other IT services such as custom applications and COTS products.

Typical Duties

The responsibilities and range of activities will vary but in general will include:

• Perform firmware and software integration test activities for firmware and software builds.
• Review of subsystem and product requirements specifications interface control documents design documents and use cases.
• Develop and execute product integration and verification test procedures of various scope and complexity based on provided product level designs.
• Analyze interpret and document test results and develop product integration and verification test reports.
• Identify investigate and document defects and verify solutions.
• Generate maintain and improve lab scripts for automated testing.
• Support customer installation integration and test activities.
• Understand concept of requirements verification.
• Provide input on schedule development progress and risks;
• Work closely with various engineering functions throughout the development cycle for the purposes of design capture and analysis.
• Make presentations of his/her work at design reviews or other types of peer reviews.
• Some travel may be required to support internal and external customers.

Qualifications :

Education

• Currently enrolled in a bachelors degree or equivalent in Computer Science Engineering or applicable scientific discipline is required. 

Required Skills & Experience

• Disciplined approach to test engineering.
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
• Strong problem solving and analysis skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Enthusiastic contributor willing to learn new skills and takes pride and ownership of work.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment with minimum supervision.
• Experience in defining developing and executing integration or qualification tests and understanding the interdependencies and interactions between subsystems.
• Experience in the investigation recommendations and resolution of defects. 
• Relevant experience with test engineering processes and tools.
• Knowledge and use of requirements tools an asset.
• Experience in development of test automation scripts to improve efficiency of integration testing an asset.
• Familiarity with radios voice/data networks and Internet Protocols (IP) an asset.
• An ability to adapt quickly.

It is a requirement that General Dynamics Mission SystemsCanada 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.

Additional Information :

Compensation 

The expected hourly rate for this position is $23.08 $32.41. Final compensation will be determined based on your relevant work experience to date. As part of student placement you will be eligible for quarterly pay increases.

Why Students Love Working Here

• Purposeful Innovation & Problem Solving: Youll work alongside experienced professionals and some of the brightest minds in the defence sector gaining hands-on experience with next-generation technologies. This is a place where your ideas are encouraged creativity is valued and youll be supported as you learn and help drive modern practical solutions.
• Connection & Mentorship: Through onboarding to your career journey with us you will work with teammates that are excited to share their experience and develop your skills. Have meaningful interactions ask questions and build relationships that can lead to lasting industry connections.
• Perks & Highlights:
  • 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

Accommodation 
If you require accommodation during any stage of the application process please contact Human Resources via .

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Intern