CAE Inc

Software Test Technical Lead

CAE Inc • $90K — $120K *
Saint-laurent, QC H4K 1H9In-Person
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in software testing or V&V
  • 1+ year in a regulated environment (transportation, aviation, health)
  • Strong writing and documentation skills
  • Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality
  • Collaborative mindset and a focus on learning
  • Bilingual in English & French

Responsibilities

  • Develop and review test strategies and plans for software products
  • Plan, monitor, and report on testing activities for software releases
  • Write and review documentation for users and integration
  • Coach and support team members in testing activities
  • Recommend adjustments on releases based on quality findings
  • Ensure requirements traceability and compliance with processes
  • Track software issues in the Quality Management System (QMS)
  • Support AS9100 / AS9115 quality compliance efforts

Benefits

  • Company benefits plan
  • Pension plan
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Career development opportunities globally
  • Hybrid work model
  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs
Full Job Description
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 deliveries. In 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
  • Bachelor's 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


Position Type
Regular

About CAE Inc

CAE Inc. is a Canadian manufacturer of simulation technologies, modelling technologies and training services to airlines, aircraft manufacturers, healthcare specialists, and defense customers. CAE was founded in 1947, and has manufacturing operations and training facilities in 35 countries. CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on training solutions for defense forces across the world. CAE's Civil Aviation Training Solutions business unit provides training solutions for civil aviation organizations worldwide, including airlines, aircraft manufacturers, training centers, and aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul organizations. CAE's Healthcare business unit designs and manufactures simulators and offers audiovisual and simulation center management services for medical schools, nursing schools, hospitals, defense forces, and other medical organizations. CAE is headquartered in Saint-Laurent, Quebec.
Learn more about CAE Inc
Size
13,000 employees
Market Cap
$6 billion
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Founded
1947
5 Year Trend
+4.5%
NASDAQ
CAE
* Ladders Estimates

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