Junior GUI Designer - Human Factors Engineering

• Full-time

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.

GDMS-C currently has a number of requirements for an Operator Interface and Graphical User Interface (GUI) Designer within the Land & Joint Solutions Business Area.

Typical Duties

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

• Participate in an interdisciplinary integrated project team environment.
• Work within the UX, Human Factors + Design group to develop specialized Graphical User Interface (GUI) firmware on military embedded hardware devices or software designs for complex applications using the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) development process.
• Focus on providing functional and innovative designs for complex operations as part of integrated product teams including interfacing with development teams.
• Identify and create software user interface requirements and analysis of implementation.
• Prepare and review design documents.
• Document the analysis, design and test activities in accordance with development standards.

Required Skills & Experience

• Visible and expressive passion and experience with Graphical User Interface design, UX and/or Human Computer Interaction of products and applications.
• Experience designing front end user interfaces for software and firmware products/applications in an iterative manner from low to high fidelity design ideally working with human factors and human systems at the forefront.
• Experience using GUI prototyping tools such as Axure, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, etc .
• Able to translate, and coordinate a GUI experience to the development team, including the creation of assets to facilitate development.
• Detailed oriented in the creation and communication of front-end user interface design, interaction and behaviour.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong and innovative problem solving and analysis skills.
• Enthusiastic contributor, willing to learn new skills and takes on ownership of work.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment, with minimum supervision.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Human Computer Interaction, Software Engineering, Industrial Design or applicable scientific discipline is required.

Other

Minimum 10 year consecutive residence in Canada – for Canadian Secret Security Clearance

Applicants will be required to obtain/hold a valid and current Canadian security clearance to gain access to the classified spaces, information and equipment in order to perform the work associated with this position.

The hiring range for this position is $75,000 - $85,000.Our goal is to provide a fair and competitive offer based on an assessment of internal equity and your qualifications, including:

• Technical and non-technical skills
• Education and certifications

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:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and eligible dependents from day one (no cost), including flexible benefits options (HCSA) emergency travel insurance, and 24/7 virtual care services.
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP), onsite fitness facilities, and employee resource groups.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer contributions after 3 months, RRSP access from day one, and financial planning support.
• Flexible time off including vacation, holidays, parental leaves with top-up options, sick leave, and disability programs.
• Career development through learning platforms, educational assistance, mentoring, and reimbursement of…