Systems Test Engineer P1

OSI Maritime Systems Ltd.; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

RRSP plan

Vacation

Job summary

OSI Maritime Systems Ltd. is hiring a Software Test Engineer to join our marine navigation systems team in Burnaby, BC. You will contribute to the full testing lifecycle, including manual and automated tests, and collaborate with the Technical Lead to meet project deadlines.

The role requires 0–2 years in software testing, a related degree, and the ability to obtain security clearance; experience with Windows/Linux and real-time systems is valued. Domestic travel may be required.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years in a software environment, with testing of real-time interfaces to external systems.
• ISO 9001-compliant software engineering experience is an asset.
• Must be able to obtain security clearance.
• Experience testing software on Windows and Linux is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Follow the SDLC, ISO 9001 standards, and documented testing processes.
• Write test plans, procedures, reports, objectives, and cases for various testing types.
• Perform manual system testing and exploratory testing at multiple levels.
• Create and maintain automated and manual tests for new products and platforms.
• Triage issues, raise defects, and support product quality.
• Travel to customer sites for installation and acceptance testing.
• Contribute to training and improve testing guidelines and tools.

Skills

Testing software

Windows

Linux

Python

Real-time systems

TCP/IP

Education

CS/Engineering degree

Tools

Bug tracking tools

Job description

Job Description

Who are we?

At OSI Maritime Systems, we pride ourselves on delivering world‑class navigation and bridge systems. With decades of experience serving military customers, we remain at the forefront of innovation in the maritime industry. Our collaborative and dynamic environment ensures every team member contributes to advancing marine safety and operational excellence. With a global presence, we are proud to have offices in Canada, UK, Taiwan, Australia and Germany.

What will you do?

• Follow the SDLC, OSI’s ISO 9001-compliant development standards, and documented testing processes and training.
• Write high-quality test plans, procedures, reports, objectives, and cases for functional, application, regression, and performance testing.
• Perform formal manual system-level testing, follow test steps exactly, and conduct exploratory testing at the feature, component, and system levels.
• Create, implement, maintain, and adapt automated and manual tests for routine cases, new products, features, and platforms, encouraging reuse to reduce costs.
• Participate in peer reviews and maintain test procedures in the version control repository.
• Troubleshoot, resolve, report, and document test issues; raise defects in bug tracking software to maintain product quality.
• Investigate and resolve Software Change Requests, System Problem Reports, and customer tickets.
• Take ownership of work and communicate deadline changes or technical challenges to the Technical Lead or Manager.
• Maintain safe working knowledge of laboratory equipment and may build small labs of limited size and complexity.
• Commit to project objectives, schedules, and budgets.
• Provide technical input and create or review software documentation, including materials from the Technical Publication group.
• Travel as needed to customer sites and shore installation/testing facilities to support integrated system testing and customer acceptance events.
• Support high-quality software delivery by prioritizing and correcting usability, safety, and security concerns.
• Recommend improvements to testing guidelines, tools, and standards, and help develop and roll out related training.
• Follow workplace operating, environmental, health, and safety procedures and guidelines.

What will you bring?

• Education: Degree or diploma in Computer Science, Software, Electrical or Computer Engineering, Engineering Physics, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Experience: 0–2 years in a software environment, including required experience testing real-time interfaces to external systems; ISO 9001-compliant software engineering, defense, or aerospace experience is an asset.
• Technical Skills: Experience testing software on Windows and Linux is highly desirable; 2D/3D graphics, Python, TCP/IP, UDP, and real-time systems experience are desirable; must learn quickly.
• Soft Skills: Strong verbal and written communication, teamwork, attention to detail, and ability to ask questions, provide technical solutions, learn quickly, work under pressure, take ownership of mistakes, and proactively support new responsibilities and alternatives.
• Other: Must be able to obtain security clearance; knowledge of marine navigation concepts and systems is an asset.

Why work for OSI?

• Collaborative Culture: Work with a talented and supportive team that values innovation and teamwork.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: OSI is committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute their best.
• Growth Opportunities: We invest in our employees' professional development and career growth with an annual employee driven development program.
• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy health, dental, RSP, vacation and a healthy work-life balance environment!

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