🚀 We're Hiring: Project Engineer

📍 Medicine Hat, AB |🕒 Full-Time | 🔐 Security Clearance Required | 💼1-4+ Years Experience

Join a team that’s shaping the future of unmanned vehicle systems at QinetiQ Target Systems Canada. We’re looking for a Project Engineer who thrives in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment and is passionate about building innovative, safe, and secure technologies.

🛠️ What You’ll Do

The Project Engineer at QinetiQ Target Systems is based out of the Medicine Hat, Alberta office. 

The overall duties and responsibilities are:

• Development with the project manager, sponsor, and project team the technical requirements and work structure for the customization and development of single and multi-company projects for new customer and internal requirements.
• Working in conjunction with the Project manager to create, maintain and execute project plans relating to the technical projects.
• Work with the technical and operations team to develop, test, and build engineer designs and operational documentation for the project.
• Review and approval of drawings, designs, test plans, training materials, and other multi-disciplined technical documents with respect to the product configuration within the project.,
• Monitor, and develop with other technical staff with respect to the engineering activities for the UVS projects,
• Work in conjunction with internal & external parties for operational support and enhancement of technical capabilities,
• Ensuring and design & operational safety within the various projects
• Reliable and committed to adopting, upholding, and complying with QinetiQ values, ethics, policies and procedures including health and safety, work in line with the ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015, general data protection regulations and use of IT, HR policies and procedures, equality and diversity, security and confidentiality, and code of conduct etc.
• To meet changing business needs, it may be necessary to make some amendments to the role purpose and accountabilities, and to take on additional responsibilities, and
• In accordance with our Hybrid Work Policy this position is allotted 800hrs/yr of hybrid work.

🎓 What You Bring

• Background in aerospace, marine or defence technology including project management team experience.,
• Membership in APEGA (or eligibility)
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent
• Project Management Institute membership
• MS Project
• Applicable Post-secondary degree
• Experience working with government and/or defense authorities for UAVs or Munitions

Bonus Points For:

• Interpretation and application of design standards,
• Strong communications, prioritization, organizational skills.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work under stress and tight schedules.
• Strong critical and innovative thinking ability.
• High attention to detail.
• Strong writing skill.
• Ability to receive constructive criticism.
• Ability to work as a team or individual.
• Punctual

🔐 Security & Safety Requirements

• Must be a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident
• Eligible for Canadian Class 2 Security Clearance

💡Why Join Us?

We offer a high-performing, inclusive, and hybrid work environment where you can thrive, contribute meaningfully, and be your authentic self. Our people-first culture supports your wellbeing, growth, and ability to make a real impact.

You’ll also benefit from a competitive salary and benefits package, including extended health and wellness spending accounts, RRSP/TFSA matching, access to continuous learning and development opportunities, and more.

🌐 Explore our culture

🌞 And let’s not forget Medicine Hat—a welcoming community with affordable living, short commutes, and endless outdoor adventures. Learn more at http://www.movetomedicinehat.ca.

🔗 Ready to Make an Impact?
Apply now and help us engineer a safer, more connected future.