General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada

Defence and Security

SoftwareTestEngineering

CA$85–115k ~AI est. Cole Harbour, Nova Scotia, Canada; Ottawa, Canada; Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Software Test Engineering at General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada. Skills: Test case development, Test execution, Defect resolution. Review requirement specifications. Develop test cases”

Industry & Context.

Defence and Security
Problems you'll solve

Problem-solving skills; Conduct analysis

Eligibility Requirements

Security clearance, Canadian Controlled Goods program

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

3+ years relevant experience, Experience investigating defects, Proficiency test plan preparation, Ability to obtain NATO clearance, Eligible to work in Canada

Nice to Have

Experience with integration systems

What You'll Do.

Review requirement specifications

Prepare verification test procedures

Review verification test reports

Perform integration verification

Document test findings

Prepare defect reports

Analyze defect reports

Generate test scripts

Maintain test scripts

Participate in System Technical Review Board

Engage in inspections

Contribute to continuous improvement

Expand knowledge of technologies

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Continuous improvement initiatives; Present ideas to colleagues

Communication Scope

Test reports

Full Job Description

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. General Dynamics Mission Systems-Canada is hiring for Software Test Engineering positions to join our teams in Ottawa or Halifax, for our Canadian Air team. This team's work focuses on mission-critical aerospace programs with complex systems that include RF, software systems and communications. This is ideal for someone who thrives in a combination of both lab and office environment. In this role you will be defining, developing, and running integration and qualification tests, understanding how subsystems interact, investigating and resolving defects, and creating clear, well-structured test plans, procedures, and reports. Responsibilities include: * Review requirement specifications, interface control documents, design documents, and use cases to develop test cases for software and integration verification & validation. * Prepare and review verification test procedures and reports. * Perform integration and verification in labs, including preparing and executing test cases, analyzing results, and documenting findings. * Prepare, analyze, and track defect reports. * Map test cases as required and generate/maintain test scripts for automated testing. * Participate in the System Technical Review Board and engage in reviews, inspections, and audits. * Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and expand knowledge of the latest technologies, products, and market trends relevant to your area of work. * Report progress and status, share knowledge, and present ideas

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