Job Posting Title

Software System Tester

Job Category

Systems Engineering

Language Requirements

English / AnglaisEnglish is required / L'anglais est requis

Flexible Work Agreement Type

Hybrid / Hybride

Posting End Date

2025-11-10

Job Grade

PIPSC-3

Pay Range

$111,451 - $140,007

Job Summary

Participate in the System Verification and Validation of the products within the Communications/Navigation/Surveillance (CNS) software group. Areas of responsibility include test analysis, development, and certification testing of FUSION Software Releases.

Job Description

What NAV CANADA offers you:

• Challenging, team-oriented work environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Opportunities for growth and development
• Flexible work arrangements
• Diverse and inclusive workforce

Key Accountabilities:

• Validate the capability of systems to meet functional, performance requirements of air traffic operations.
• Ensure the integrity of the System Certification Test process for Surveillance products.
• Work closely with technologists and developers in an Agile software development environment to verify the software and participate in defect management activities.
• Ensure high quality and accuracy is maintained through to software release including through following all applicable safety and quality standards and processes.

Job Requirements

Education:

• Graduation with a degree from a recognized university with specialization in computer science or systems engineering OR an acceptable combination of education, training, and experience.

Experience:

• 3 to 5 years of experience in system testing, test engineering principles and validation of complex real-time systems for both Linux based Software and Hardware.
• Experience writing test documentation (Test Plans, Test Cases, Test Strategies, Test Reports etc.)
• Experience conducting functional and non-functional testing.
• Experience using requirement management tools such as JAZZ, and DOORS.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of system test plans, testing methodologies, testing tools and testing techniques.
• Knowledge of the certification process of mission critical systems.
• Knowledge of Linux based Systems including the technology maintenance processes, procedures and business functions.
• Knowledge of safety mission critical software applications and systems.

Abilities:

• Ability to satisfy operational requirements and Air Navigation System (ANS) Technology objectives by analyzing requirements and prepare appropriate System Test Plans, Test Cases and Test Scripts.
• Ability to provide accurate effort estimates, track schedule, and provide timely reports.
• Ability to quickly understand customers’ needs and knowledgeably discuss test/requirements issues with tact.
• Ability to troubleshoot, solve complex problems and to define & implement practical solutions.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing.

Personal Suitability:

• Develops effective and positive interpersonal relationships through respect for others, fairness, tact, effective expression, and open communication.
• Demonstrates initiative, integrity, reliability, dependability and a positive attitude.
• Self-motivated, quick and continuous learner.
• Demonstrates troubleshooting and problem-solving skills/abilities.
• Work independently and in a team to deliver robust and maintainable software.
• Strong attention to detail.

Flexible work arrangements:

• This is a hybrid position with a minimum of 3 days per week on site required.

NAV CANADA is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. If you do not believe that you match every job requirement listed on this job posting, we still encourage you to apply. NAV CANADA encourages a culture of learning and growth, and recognizes that although some technical skills are mandatory, many others can be taught.

Our Company strives to create an inclusive and barrier-free selection process and work environment. If you require accommodations during this competition process, please ensure that you inform the interview coordinator or hiring manager of any accommodation measures you may require. NAV CANADA will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities as required.

The successful candidate must meet the security requirement of the position and be legally able to work in Canada.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for next steps will be contacted.