Specialist, Software Engineering

Pratt & Whitney; Longueuil; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Group insurance

Career progression

Merit program

Health & wellness

Recreation club

Nearby daycares

Transit benefits

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney Canada, headquartered in Longueuil, Quebec, is seeking an experienced software engineer to contribute to design system development for analytical systems across aerodynamics, structures, dynamics and performance. You will work in an agile environment on-site in Longueuil or Mississauga, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact solutions.

The role emphasizes DevOps, HPC, Python (with C/Fortran/Rust as options), and modern engineering practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in software/computer engineering, mechanical, or aerospace engineering with 8+ years of experience (or 5+ years with a Master’s degree).
• Proficiency in Python; ideally C, Fortran, or Rust.
• Knowledge of automated testing methodologies and pytest.
• Knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Pragmatic, business-oriented; strong communication in English; works in a French-speaking environment.

Responsibilities

• Improve engineering processes for increased productivity and quality deliverables.
• Leverage DevOps, GitHub and Azure DevOps to develop or modernize analytical software tools.
• Collaborate on multi-disciplinary design optimization projects (MDAO).
• Provide user support and training for analytical software tools and HPC environments.
• Participate in project planning, scoping, requirements analyses, design and peer reviews.
• Build cloud-based infrastructure-as-Code (IaaS) solutions on AWS.

Skills

Python

C, Fortran, or Rust

Automated testing (pytest)

Windows & Linux

Agile/Scrum/SAFe

DevOps / AWS / Azure DevOps

GitHub

HPC

Education

Bachelor's degree in software/computer/mechanical/aerospace engineering

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

GitHub

Azure DevOps (ADO)

AWS

DevOps tooling

Job description

About Pratt & Whitney Canada

Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) is a global leader in aerospace innovation, proudly headquartered in Longueuil, Quebec, since 1928. We design and manufacture next-generation aircraft engines that power the world’s largest fleet of business, general aviation, and regional aircraft and helicopters.

For nearly 100 years, our teams have been at the forefront of propulsion technology, pushing boundaries to make flight more efficient and reliable. Our engines support missions that truly matter, from transporting people and essential goods, to enabling emergency medical services, humanitarian operations, and wildfire suppression around the world.

An Employer of Choice

Pratt & Whitney Canada was named one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2026 by Forbes, marking the 11th consecutive year the company has earned this recognition. Pratt & Whitney Canada also ranked #1 employer in the aerospace and defense industry in the country. In addition, our headquarters continues to be recognized among the top employers in the Montreal region. Together, these distinctions reinforce our reputation as an employer of choice in Montreal, across Canada, and around the world.

Why join our team?

Reporting to the Associate Director, Software Engineering in the Longueuil or Mississauga facility, you will:

Contribute to design system development for analytical systems including aerodynamics, structures, dynamics and performance.

Develop solutions that provide state-of-the-art productivity for the engineering and enterprise community including the effective use of optimization technology and multi-physics analysis.

Collaborate with software project teams in an agile environment to plan execution steps, conduct code reviews, create test plans, and ensure requirements are met.

Participate in the planning and execution of numerical solution projects, from their inception up to their completion.

The position is based at our Longueuil/Mississauga location, from Monday to Friday, with flexible hours and exclusively on-site.

What will your day-to-day look like?

• Improve Engineering processes for increased productivity and overall quality deliverables.
• Leverage DevOps, Github and Azure DevOps (ADO) expertise to develop or modernize analytical software tools.
• Collaborate on multi-disciplinary design optimization projects (MDAO).
• Provide user support and training or analytical software tools and high-performance computing (HPC) environment.
• Participate in project planning & scoping activities requirements analyses, design and peer reviews.
• Build cloud-based infrastructure-as-Code (IaaS) solutions on AWS.

What do you need to be successful?

• Bachelor's degree in software/computer engineering, mechanical, or aerospace engineering with 8+ years of experience (or 5+ years with a Master’s degree).
• Proficiency in the Python programming language and, ideally, in C, Fortran, or Rust.
• Knowledge of automated testing methodologies and tools such as pytest.
• Knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Practical knowledge of Agile project management and software development methodologies such as Scrum and SAFe.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Teamworking.
• Pragmatic and oriented towards business needs.
• Focused, able to tackle and prioritize several tasks, risks and considerations.
• Concise and efficient communicator in English.
• This position is part of a French-speaking work environment, it requires a very good knowledge of English to read and understand, on a daily basis, documentation and technical terms that may emanate from international organizations, as well as to write and communicate in English with customers, suppliers or international colleagues.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in data analysis and machine learning an asset.

What do we offer?

• Pension and savings plan with employer contributions
• Group insurance program
• Opportunities for advancement (career progression)
• Merit or recognition program
• Health and wellness program, including virtual health care
• Recreational and sports club
• Nearby daycares
• Transportation accessibility or public transit program and free parking

Working at Pratt & Whitney Canada

The masculine pronoun is used without discrimination and solely for the purpose of making the text easier to read. We will consider applications from all qualified candidates.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, we combine passion, boldness, and precision to design, manufacture, and maintain the most advanced and reliable aircraft engines in the world. Our work and the quality of our products contribute to the success of our customers, who in turn save lives, support commerce, connect communities, and protect freedoms.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, you have the opportunity to make a difference every day—just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?

The selected candidate will be required to complete a criminal background check and any applicable clearances with respect to the handling and transfer of controlled goods. Employment is conditional upon the successful completion of these checks and obtaining the required clearances. Failure to do so will result in the withdrawal of the employment offer.