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Software Test Engineering

General Dynamics Mission Systems - Canada -
Cole Harbour, NS

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Job details

Full-time

Qualifications

Computer Science
Engineering
Bachelor's
Continuous improvement
Systems engineering
Requirements management
Integration testing

Full job description

Company 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.

Job Description

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 to colleagues.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, or an applicable scientific discipline.
3+ years of relevant experience in defining, developing, and executing integration or qualification tests, with an understanding of interdependencies and interactions between subsystems.
Experience in the investigation, recommendations, and resolution of defects, as well as with integration and verification systems.
Proficiency in test plan, procedure, and report preparation.
Familiarity with requirements management tools and systems engineering processes.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to conduct analysis leading to sound conclusions.
Enthusiastic contributor, willing to learn, and takes pride in ownership of work.
This role requires the ability to obtain NATO clearance

It is a requirement that General Dynamics Mission Systems-Canada be registered with the Canadian Controlled Goods program and that all of its workforce be security assessed. Successful applicants must meet all applicable security requirements, including but not limited to the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance. Applicants may be required to meet additional security requirements in order to gain access to technical data, classified areas or information that is subject to international regulations. You must be eligible to work in Canada.

Additional Information

As a full-time employee at General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada, you’ll enjoy a competitive total rewards package that supports your professional and personal well-being:

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and eligible dependents from day one (no cost), including flexible benefits options (HCSA) emergency travel insurance, and 24/7 virtual care services.
Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP), onsite fitness facilities, and employee resource groups.
Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer contributions after 3 months, RRSP access from day one, and financial planning support.
Flexible time off including vacation, holidays, parental leaves with top-up options, sick leave, and disability programs.
Career development through learning platforms, educational assistance, mentoring, and reimbursement of professional memberships.
Additional perks such as employee discounts, free onsite parking, social clubs, and an annual scholarship program for employees’ children.

Why join us?

Purposeful Innovation: You’ll work on innovations that genuinely make a difference. You’ll apply advanced thinking, design expertise, and practical problem-solving to help equip military and allied forces with leading-edge systems. You’ll be surrounded by some of the brightest minds in the defence sector, contributing to next-generation technologies in an environment that celebrates creativity, new ideas, and modern solutions.
Connection: We believe people do their best work when they feel they belong, and their ideas can flourish. Different perspectives, experiences, and ways of thinking help us innovate and grow. Strong relationships with our teammates help us unite, overcome challenges, and deliver the world-class quality we’re known for. Here, we are committed to inclusivity and ensures every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered.
Challenging and Rewarding Career Pathways: Your career path matters to us. From mentorship and regular check-ins with your leader to educational support, professional certifications, and continuous training, you’ll have the resources you need to thrive. We encourage internal mobility so you can explore different business areas, broaden your skillset, and expand your network. You’ll be working on high-profile, impactful projects that challenge your skills, expand your expertise, and allow you to both learn from mentors and guide others along the way.

Accommodation
If you require accommodation during any stage of the application process, please contact Human Resources via [email protected].

Closing Date
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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