Description

The Software Test Technical Lead within the Magnetic Anomaly Detection (MAD) Engineering group leads the verification and validation (V&V) team to ensure software releases undergo rigorous testing in accordance with internal software development processes. The role is responsible for defining testing strategies executing test activities and reporting results to management to support high-quality software collaboration with project managers technical leads and development teams the Software Test Technical Lead determines testing needs proposes solutions and drives continuous improvement to achieve reliable and compliant software products. The role leads qualification verification and validation activities for MAD software including avionics signal processing and performance user interfaces and supporting tools.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and review test strategies test plans and test cases for core products and customer deliveries
• Plan estimate execute monitor and report testing activities for internal and external software releases
• Write and review documentation including user manuals integration guides training materials and test reports
• Coach guide and support team members in test-related activities
• Recommend release adjustments related to scope and schedule based on software quality and business value
• Support technical leads with requirements definition traceability between requirements and test artifacts and process gate compliance
• Track and ensure software issues (snags) are recorded in the Quality Management System (QMS) with sufficient detail to support investigation
• Support compliance with the MAD AS9100 / AS9115 quality management system

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Engineering or equivalent combination of training and experience
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in software testing or verification and validation
• At least 1 year of experience working in a highly regulated environment (e.g. transportation aviation health)
• Demonstrated writing and documentation skills
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Collaborative mindset and continuous learning orientation
• Bilingualism (English & French) required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading a software test team for an embedded product
• Experience using IBM DOORS or equivalent requirements management tools

Benefits

• Company benefits plan
• Pension plan
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Career development opportunities within a global organization
• Hybrid work model
• Comprehensive health and wellness programs

About CAE

At CAE our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years weve driven innovation in simulation training and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies we empower our customers to operate smarter faster and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged collaboration drives progress and your growth fuels our shared success.

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