Intermediate Integration, Verification, Validation and Quality (IVVQ) Test Engineer

Location: Ottawa Canada

In fast changing markets customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each aerospace transportation defence security and space our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrows possible.

For decades Ottawa has been a global technology leader. Today Canadas capital holds one of the brightest and most diverse technological ecosystems in North America. Voted as Canadas best place to live 2017 by Macleans Ottawa offers a low cost of living with a high quality of life. The Thales Ottawa office has been a major supplier and long-term trusted partner to DND enabling the Canadian Armed Forces and the Canadian Coast Guard to achieve mission success.

This role is Hybrid Ottawa

Intermediate Integration Verification Validation and Quality (IVVQ) Test Engineer

Position Summary

Thales Canada Defence & Security is engaged in supporting the Canadian Armys Land Command Control Communications & Computers (C4) Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance (LC4ISR) systems which enable critical decisions on a daily basis. Together with industry partners Thales is building on the existing networks and applications to enhance digitized operations support communications between joint and allied forces and monitor and defend against the threats and evolving capabilities of potential adversaries.

To support our growth the IVVQ team (Integration Verification Validation and Quality Team) is looking to add an IVVQ Test Engineer to their team based in Ottawa. The IVVQ Engineer plays a critical role as part of the Ottawa Engineering team responsible for the design conduct and reporting of IVVQ activities.

Please note that this role will involve significant office/lab work as well as working at client site(s). Travel may be required.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Write test plans and test procedures that will properly verify and validate the product.
• Plan and Execute Test Events.
• Analyze requirements and contribute to the development of traceability matrices.
• Develop Test cases.
• Work with System Engineers in identifying and analyzing defects.
• Raise project issues/risks and track to resolution.
• Provide Test Reports and status updates on test activities.
• Deploy methodologies (including metrics) tools/platforms necessary for test activities
• Observe test guidelines and Company internal processes

Minimum Requirements

• Previous experience with:
  • Test Case development and execution; either manual or automated.
  • Requirements Analysis.
  • Test Management Tools.

• Demonstrated capabilities:
  • Fluent in English skilled communicator both written and spoken.
  • Attention to Detail.
  • Ability to acquire and maintain Canadian Secret Controlled Goods ITAR NATO Secret and COMSEC security clearances.

• At least three (3) years demonstrated experience in IV&V or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience with test automation or test automation tools.
• Demonstrated test experience in military ground based air defense systems including but not limited to radar tactical data links Command and Control (C2) systems and secure voice and data communication systems.
  • System of systems engineering and integration
  • Core network
  • Applications
  • Intelligence surveillance target acquisition and reconnaissance (ISTAR)
• Experience handling and working on physical systems products or equipment.
• Executing Integration and/or leading Integration Activities.
  • Developing an Integration Strategy/Plan.
  • Monitoring the Integration Activity.
  • Providing reports and status updates.
• Security Performance and Stability testing.
• Script and Simulation tools development and maintenance.
• Experience in both V-model and Agile development environments.
• Experience with IBM DOORS.
• Bachelors degree or college diploma in Computer Science Computer Engineering Computer Technology or other related discipline from a recognized university or college.

Physical Demands

• Test sites can be located in difficult-to-navigate areas. This could include shipyards construction sites remote wilderness locations. Although infrequent such sites may need to be used for certain test events. The ability to navigate such sites is a necessity.
• Minimal lifting of test and electronic equipment in a lab or field environment.

Special Position Requirements

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• 40 hours Monday to Friday
• Physical Environment: Remote on-site at Thales Ottawa and/or at Customer Site.
• Travel is potential can be for Test Events for training or for technical meetings.

What We Offer

• Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 24 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents including the following:
• Company paid Extended Health Dental HSA Life AD&D Short-term Disability Cancer Care Program travel insurance Employee Assistance Plan and Well-Being program.
• Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP DCPP TFSA) with a company contribution and a match to a DCPP with no vesting period.
• Company paid holidays vacation days and paid sick leave.
• Voluntary Life AD&D Critical Illness Long-Term Disability.
• Employee Discounts on home auto and gym membership.

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( provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 24 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents including the following:

Company paid Extended Health Dental HSA Life AD&D Short-term Disability Cancer Care Program travel insurance Employee Assistance Plan and Well-Being program.

Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP DCPP TFSA) with a company contribution and a match to a DCPP with no vesting period.

Company paid holidays vacation days and paid sick leave.

Voluntary Life AD&D Critical Illness Long-Term Disability.

Employee Discounts on home auto and gym membership.

Thales is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. Thales is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the interview process. Applicants selected for an interview who require accommodation are asked to advise accordingly upon the invitation for an interview. We will work with you to meet your needs. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience.

This position requires direct or indirect access to hardware software or technical information controlled under the Canadian Export Control List the Canadian Controlled Goods Program the Canadian Industrial Security Program the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be eligible or able to obtain authorization for such access including eligibility to the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and able to obtain a Canadian NATO Secret clearance.