Thales is seeking a Test and Trials Specialist for their Halifax location to support the IVVQ team in the maintenance of ships as part of Canada’s National Shipbuilding Strategy. The ideal candidate will have a background in engineering, experience in IV&V, and the ability to obtain necessary security clearances
Job Summary
The Test and Trials Specialist plays a critical role as part of the Engineering team responsible for the design, conduct, and reporting of IVVQ activities for Canada’s National Shipbuilding Strategy (NSS) program.
This position involves extended periods of work at client sites, potentially including ship voyages during test events, and requires the ability to navigate difficult-to-navigate areas like shipyards and onboard ships.
Thales provides an extensive benefits program including company-paid health, dental, retirement savings plans with company contribution, paid time off, and employee discounts.
Matching Summary
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Thales is seeking a Test and Trials Specialist for their Halifax location to support the IVVQ team in the maintenance of ships as part of Canada’s National Shipbuilding Strategy. The ideal candidate will have a background in engineering, experience in IV&V, and the ability to obtain necessary security clearances.
Salary
Base: $95,000 - $125,000 CAD Annual; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Extensive benefits program
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Plan and Execute Test Events
Write test plans and test procedures
Develop Test cases
Analyze requirements and contribute to traceability
Identify and analyze defects
Provide Test Reports and status updates
Nice-to-have
Fluent in English, skilled communicator
Attention to Detail
Experience with military systems
Experience with IBM DOORS
Key Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or college diploma or equivalent experience
At least three (3) years demonstrated experience in IV&V
Test Case development and execution experience
Requirements Analysis experience
Test Management Tools experience
Ability to acquire and maintain security clearances
Work Rights
Ability to acquire and maintain Canadian Secret, Controlled Goods, ITAR, NATO Secret and COMSEC security clearances