Software Test Specialist - NOC

NAVBLUE, an Airbus Company; Waterloo; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Software Test Specialist to enhance product stability and user experience. This role involves planning, documenting, and executing tests while coaching team members. You'll work in a dynamic, agile environment, collaborating closely with developers and product owners to define test strategies. The position offers a hybrid working model, competitive benefits, and a strong focus on work-life balance. Join a team dedicated to innovation in the aviation industry, where your contributions will play a crucial role in shaping the future of digital flight operations.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Hybrid working environment

Free parking

Vacation Days (15 - 25)

Professional Development Day

Christmas shut down

Strong work-life balance

Casual dress code

Competitive group benefits plan

Employee stock ownership plan

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in software testing and automation.
• Strong understanding of software development methodologies.
• Experience in the aviation domain is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain test plans and automated test scripts.
• Execute manual and automated test suites for validation.
• Identify and log software defects and provide test reports.

Skills

Software Testing

Automation and Scripting

Agile Principles

CI/CD Pipelines

Python

Selenium

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

College Diploma or Degree in Computer Science

Tools

Jenkins

Gitlab

Insomnia

JMeter

Blazemeter

VMWare

AWS EC2

Job description

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The Software Test Specialist has industry experience in planning, documenting, executing, and automating tests, identifying defects, and proposing improvements to enhance product stability and user experience. They are capable of creating and maintaining automated test suites, as well as coaching other team members in those tasks.

The NAVBLUE Software Factory is an agile environment, and teams are expected to be cross-functional. The duties of the Software Test Specialist include not only executing test-based activities but also providing guidance to other team members as they execute test-based activities. They are the resource that other team members can rely on to validate testing strategies, plan appropriate test coverage, and review test implementation. They will also be involved in non-test activities as the team requires, including grooming and retrospective activities. Primary test activities will include NAVBLUE N-Ops Crew, with scope extending to additional products in line with business needs.

Main Responsibilities:

• Work closely with Software Developers, Product Owners, and other Software Test Specialists to understand product requirements and define test plans.
• Design, document, and maintain test plans, test cases, and automated test scripts for new and existing features for NAVBLUE’s N-OC product.
• Execute manual regression and automated test suites to validate functionality, performance, security, and usability.
• Set up, manage, and maintain test environments using virtual machines.
• Identify, log, and track software defects, inconsistencies, and risks to the product.
• Provide test reports, documentation, and metrics to stakeholders to support software releases.
• Analyze and monitor automation effectiveness trends and recommend improvements.
• Ensure smooth integration of automated testing with CI/CD systems.
• Ensure reliability and integrity of automated testing and performance testing tooling.

Qualified Experience/Skills/Training:

Education:

• College Diploma or Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or similar discipline

Experience, Knowledge, and Competencies:

• 3+ years of experience with software testing, automation and scripting, agile principles, and working with CI/CD pipelines with the following:
• Hands-on experience in developing automated scripts for functional and non-functional (Performance, Stability etc.) testing.
• Strong understanding of software development methodologies.
• Experience in SAFe Agile Framework.
• Experience in Amazon Web Services
• Working knowledge of testing tools (Insomnia, JMeter, Blazemeter, etc.).
• Familiarity with setting up and managing test environments using virtual machines (VMWare, AWS EC2, etc.).
• Prior industry experience in the aviation domain is a strong asset.
• Knowledge of Flight Ops Crew Scheduling systems.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with an ability to work both independently and drive change within a team
• Strong analytical, an investigative attitude, and an open mind
• Solid hands-on experience, with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision on the following:
• Python, Selenium
• Jenkins, Gitlab

Licensure/Certifications:

• AWS Certificate

Located in the heart of University of Waterloo’s David Johnston Research + Technology Park, NAVBLUE is close to shops, restaurants, gyms, daycare, and many other amenities, and only 10 minutes away from Hwy 85. The modern design of our suite on the second floor of the Accelerator Centre draws its inspiration from airport terminals, and features bright, open workstations, rather than boxed-in cubicles. As part of our family, you will enjoy:

• Being part of Airbus Network
• Flexible hours
• Hybrid working environment (3 days in office)
• Free parking
• Vacation Days (15 - 25)
• Professional Development Day
• Christmas shut down
• Summer core hours
• Strong work-life balance
• Casual dress code
• Competitive group benefits plan
• Strong focus on mental health support benefits
• 5 Sick Days
• 2 Personal Days
• RRSP matching program
• Life Insurance
• Employee stock ownership plan
• Maternity & Paternity benefits
• Referral program
• Rewards and Recognition program
• Training and Development Support
• Monthly Lunch and Learns
• Fitness & Wellness reimbursement
• An active social committee
• Game room, including a flight simulator!
• Lunch hour sporting activities (hockey, soccer, volleyball etc.) with a shower on site
• Active Inclusion & Diversity Committee
• And much more!

Not to mention, the aviation industry’s ongoing digital transformation means we must continually innovate and rise to the many challenges faced by our geographically diverse customers. We are always looking for creative ways to improve our processes and technologies to be a leader in the highly competitive aviation market.

Selection and Hiring Commitment

We thank all applicants for applying. Only selected applicants will be contacted.

Navblue is committed to creating an environment and a culture where everyone feels like they belong no matter who they are or where they are from. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals based on job-related qualifications and ability to perform a job. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, record of offences, and basis of disability or any protected class. Accommodations will be available on request for candidates throughout the entire recruitment and selection process.

About Us:

NAVBLUE, an Airbus Company, is a leading global provider of flight operations solutions, including aeronautical charts, navigation data solutions, flight planning, aircraft performance software (take-off/landing, weight and balance), and crew planning solutions. You’ll be able to shape the future of the digital aviation industry by working on several of the best in the industry flagship products enabling pilots, dispatchers, flight engineers and other aviation personnel on a daily basis to deliver safe, efficient, and reliable flight operations all over the world. You’ll have the opportunity to support millions of flights each year and help NAVBLUE customers maximize efficiency, reduce costs, ensure compliance with complex national and international safety regulations, and effectively deliver their services.

You’ll join a team with a focus on digital and collaborative innovation that is passionate and customer-focused. Over the last few years, Airbus has been supportive of various initiatives such as Going Digital, Performance Based Navigation Services, Air Traffic Management Modernization Programs, FlySmart on iOS and other digital projects related to new aircraft technologies; the launch of NAVBLUE was therefore a natural step to further develop its Flight Operations and Air Traffic Management Portfolio.

NAVBLUE is also proud to have been recognized as one of Waterloo Area’s Top Employers for 2024. Based on eight criteria: physical workplace, work atmosphere and social, health financial and family benefits, vacation and time off, employee communication, performance manager, training and skills development and community involvement. It was determined that we offer some of the most progressive and forward-thinking programs within the area. Plus, NAVBLUE was recognized as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Recent Graduates in 2024. We are excited and grateful for both these recognitions. We realize that it is our employees that have allowed us to succeed and will allow us to continue succeeding.

NAVBLUE is a fully owned subsidiary of Services by Airbus, fueled by the agility of Airbus ProSky and Navtech (acquired in 2016), and the pioneering spirit of Airbus, NAVBLUE was created in July 2016 with one mission: lead aviation into the digital age.

NAVBLUE is based in Hersham (UK), Toulouse (France), Waterloo, ON (Canada), Bangkok (Thailand) and Malmö (Sweden), Gdańsk (Poland) with other offices all around the world.

The Future is Yours for the Taking: https://youtu.be/vdY6gYuceYY

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Quality Assurance

• Industries

  Airlines and Aviation

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