Senior Test Specialist

Safran Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 78,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran Landing Systems Canada Inc. in Ontario is seeking a Senior Test Specialist to perform qualification and development tests in a high-technology aerospace environment.

The role focuses on testing activities, documentation, and collaboration with design and manufacturing teams. The position requires a structural engineering background, hands-on tooling skills, instrumentation experience, and strong MS Office proficiency, with leadership and multitasking capabilities.

Qualifications

• Structural Engineering background.
• Proficiency with mechanical tools and equipment.
• Familiarity with structural and materials testing methodologies.
• Experience in structural testing.
• Experience with instrumentation.
• Ability to create and manage drawings and schematics.
• Proficient with MS Office suite.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills; able to work in a team.
• Able to multitask and innovate.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate test requirements.
• Prepare required test documentation.
• Participate in the rig design process.
• Prepare test articles for testing and servicing.
• Lead assembly and calibration of test rig equipment.
• Install and commission instrumentation.
• Integrate load control, data acquisition, and safety systems.
• Perform tests per SOPs and engineering procedures; consider environment and HSE.

Skills

Structural engineering

Hands-on tools

Testing methodology

Instrumentation

Documentation

MS Office

Leadership

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Senior Test Specialist

Job details

General information

Entity

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's "World's Best Companies 2025" ranking.

Safran Landing Systems is the world leader in landing gear, wheels & brakes, and associated systems for civil and military aircraft and helicopters. We master the entire lifecycle of our products, from design and manufacturing through to maintenance. Did you know that every second, somewhere in the world, an aircraft lands using one of our systems?

Would you like to grow in an international, stimulating and supportive environment within a human-sized company? Join us! Become one of our 8,000 passionate employees worldwide.

Don't meet 100% of the requirements? That's not a barrier for us. Above all, we're looking for creative and committed people!

Reference number

2026-180390

Job details

Domain

Research, design and development

Job field / Job profile

Architecture and systems engineering - Systems engineering

Job title

Senior Test Specialist

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Employees / Staff

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

Specialist capable of executing various qualification and development tests.

The position is related to the following activities:

• Evaluation of test requirements.
• Prepare required test documentation related to test.
• Participate in the rig design process.
• Participate in test article servicing and preparation for test.
• Participate and lead assembly and calibration of the test rig equipment including test articles.
• Install and commission required instrumentation.
• Integrate adequate load control, data acquisition, and safety systems.
• Perform testing per test and engineering operating procedures, ensure environmental and HSE aspects are considered.
• Prepare test articles for inspection.
• Perform periodical inspections and maintenance.
• Test article configuration control and storage.
• Document test findings in the form of Test Reports.
• Task planning and scheduling.

But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)

• Experienced with load control systems.
• Experienced with data acquisition systems.
• Experienced with hydro mechanical systems.
• Automation of various systems.

Candidate skills & requirements

• Structural Engineering background.
• Mechanical tools and associated equipment proficiency (i.e. hands on).
• Familiarity with structural and materials testing methodology and means.
• Previous experience in structural testing.
• Experienced with instrumentation.
• Capable of creating and handling documentation, schematics and drawings.
• Proficient using MS Office suite.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills, and ability to work in a team environment.
• Able to commit to multitasking and innovations

Salary: $78,100 to $97,600

Reason for Recruitment: Replacement

Feeling hesitant because you don't meet all of the job requirements? Don't be! Safran Landing Systems (SafranLS) is committed to creating an inclusive, diverse and equitable team and encourages all applicants to apply. If you love a challenge and want to work in an exciting, high-tech environment, we want to hear from you.

We see diversity as a means to leverage creativity, collective performance and innovation. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. SafranLS is committed to a positive, supportive, and inclusive environment with continual learning opportunities and a focus on well-being in the workplace.

SafranLS offers accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process and will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to SafranLS in advance.

At SafranLS, a passion for Aerospace can mean a limitless career, land your next position with us! While we thank all applicants, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

The above statements reflect the general items considered necessary to describe principal functions of the position and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position. Other duties may be assigned as per management instruction. All applicants must meet the following requirements: Minimum age of 18 years. Canadian Controlled Goods Regulations (CGR), U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Canadian government security clearances and applicable contractual obligations. Safran Landing Systems Canada Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. SafranLS TOR is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process as required under its Accessibility and Accommodation Policy. SafranLS TOR will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to SafranLS TOR in advance.

Job location

Job location

North America, Canada, Ontario, Toronto

City (-ies)

Ajax

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum experience level required

More than 5 years