Description
Software Test:Job Description The Software Test role is responsible for testing Computer Software Configuration Item (CSCI) code to verify the functionality meets the requirements specifications. The Software Test role is responsible for designing, implementing, and executing test plans, as well as identifying and communicating defects found. This role involves collaborating with project engineering, systems engineering, software development teams and other stakeholders to ensure there is a clear understanding of the CSCI requirements to be tested, the associated scope and approach for testing, and how the software test plans are integrated with overall system verification plans.
Key Job Elements- Support project verification planning and software development planning.
- Support reviews of software requirements and interface requirements specifications.
- Analyze software requirements and develop and maintain test plans, test cases, and test scripts for manual and automated testing of CSCIs in accordance with project plans, process standards, and approved scope of work.
- Lead peer reviews of software test work products and resolution of issues.
- Ensure traceability of software tests to software requirements and manage test coverage.
- Execute manual and automated tests to verify compliance with software requirements.
- Document and communicate test defects. Work with the software teams to resolve issues. Retest software to verify resolutions and close issues.
- Support regression test plan development, and perform regression testing to ensure that new code baselines do not adversely affect existing functionality.
- Manage configuration of software test work products (establish baselines and execute and maintain change control).
- Support Software Configuration Control Board (CCB) meetings to review and authorize software scope and associated testing and test work product updates.
- Participate in software work product/capability development planning and execution (such as agile framework), including estimating and statusing work packages.
- Support the CSCI integration and test environment, ensuring consistency with software test plan needs. Activities supported include: System Integration Laboratory (SIL) planning for Hardware in the Loop (HIL), development of HIL test architecture(s), selection and implementation of test equipment/automation, system build and configuration, development of automation interfaces, SIL systems commissioning, ongoing maintenance, etc.
- Manage and report quality and performance metrics related to test plan traceability and test coverage, software defects, software Technical Performance Measurements (TPMs), etc.
- Support software working group meetings (internal and external) including development and presentation of meeting content.
- Develop test reports and present to customers (internal and external).
- Create and deliver contractual reports (CDRL, DID) to customers.
Required Qualifications:- University Degree or College Diploma in Engineering, Computer Science or related mechatronics discipline
- Demonstrated proficiency in a variety of software testing methodologies (Acceptance/Qualification, Code Coverage Analysis, Performance, Regression)
- Experience developing and executing software test plans, tests cases and test scripts
- Capable of developing and updating automated test frameworks/interfaces/scripts and documenting user instructions
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in Systems Engineering environment
- Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
- Strong technical and analytical ability
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to be agile, set priorities and multi-task
- Ability to obtain and hold a valid Secret level security clearance
- Ability to travel (10% Cdn) and (10% US & International) and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport
- Must be able to meet Anthropometrical Size Requirements for confined space
Preferred Qualifications:- Proficiency with IBM Rational DOORS
- Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodology using SysML & UML
- Proficiency with Enterprise Architect and CAMEO systems modeler
- Experience following Agile development methodology
- Experience with Atlassian Suite(Jira, Confluence)
- Proficiency with DSpace Automation Desk and Control Desk (including Matlab, Simulink, Python)
- SIL/HIL design, build, commissioning experience
- Product knowledge of Military/LAV family of vehicles
- Previous mechatronics test, software development or requirements development experience
The Software Test Specialist/Engineer opening is a current vacant position at General Dynamics Land Systems – Canada. The base salary hiring range for this position is $73,600 to $92,000 per year. Once in the role, successful candidates will have the opportunity to progress through the full salary range based on performance. This range reflects the base salary only and does not include additional components of our total compensation package, such as our incentive award program and other rewards like health benefits, employee profit-sharing, retirement savings, and more. If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss all details of our total rewards offering with you.
General Dynamics Land Systems–Canada is committed to providing all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of the employment process. We welcome and encourage applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous Persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or expression.
If you require an accommodation to assist you with any aspect of the hiring process, we will work with you to meet your needs. Contact londonHR@gdls.com if you need accommodation.
It is a requirement that General Dynamics Land Systems-Canada be registered with the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and that all of its workforce be security assessed. As such, successful applicants must meet all applicable security requirements, including, but not limited to, the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance to secret level.