We’re seeking a DevOps Engineering co‑op to join our Ottawa, ON or Calgary, AB team Fall 2026. In this role, students will contribute to the development, integration, and sustainment of software and firmware systems that support defence operations. These positions provide hands‑on experience with build systems, automated testing, tooling evaluation, and DevOps practices.

Students will gain exposure to critical software capabilities used in land operations, including systems deployed on vehicles, command posts, and other operational platforms. This role requires that General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada be registered with the Canadian Controlled Goods program and that all employees meet security assessment requirements, including eligibility to obtain a Canadian government security clearance. Support and contribute to software and firmware build systems, ensuring reliable and repeatable builds.

Evaluate, document, and analyze software tools, providing actionable insights to engineering and product teams. Assist with the management and improvement of automated test systems, gaining exposure to test frameworks and scripting. Participate in troubleshooting, root‑cause analysis, and problem resolution under guidance from senior engineers.





Collaborate closely with team members through scrums, task planning, and iterative development activities. Integrate efforts across development and testing teams, improving software delivery pipelines. Propose creative ideas to enhance build, test, and deployment processes, contributing to team efficiency and product quality.

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. Familiarity with computer networking and networking equipment.

Assets

Knowledge of object‑oriented programming languages such as C/C++, C#, Java, or Python. Exposure to DevOps tools such as Ansible, Docker, or Kubernetes. Familiarity with MS Windows Server, Linux, or virtual machine environments.

The expected hourly rate for this position is $21.20 – $33.23. Final compensation will be determined based on relevant work experience to date. As part of the student placement, you will be eligible for quarterly pay increases.

If you require accommodation during any stage of the application process, please contact Human Resources via [email protected]. #

📌 Co-op Fall 2026 - DevOps Engineering - 8-16 Months (Ottawa)
🏢 General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada
📍 Ottawa