Job Description

Employee Type
Full Time
Vacancy Type
Permanent
Town/Region
Halifax, NS
About the role
Hiring a fulltime position with the Halifax Class Frigate In-service Support (ISS) integration and test team in our Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Stadacona, Halifax location once the necessary security clearances have been granted by the Government of Canada (CANADA). The Candidate will be involved in the Halifax Class Frigate In-Service Support (ISS) Program, including the total engineering life cycle from specification, design, development, and integration and test.
The Candidate will function in a multi-disciplined team environment. We take advantage of advanced engineering practices and modern technologies to design, develop and integrate combat systems. The candidate will participate in all appropriate testing activities including but not limited to:

• Develop and execute tests using the Lockheed Martin Canada Inc. (Lockheed Martin) automated test tool suite
• Develop test plans and procedures to test software requirements in an Agile environment
• Develop and execute tests to verify the functionality of the integrated software
• Document results in the Test Management System
• Document, access and test defects using our defect tracking tool to document results

What you bring to the role

• Degree from an accredited university in a related discipline, or equivalent experience / combined education with 0-2 years professional experience will be considered or military/civilian technical training with 0-2 years of professional experience
• Must be willing to support schedule environment including evenings and weekends as required
• Aptitude for solving challenging problems in a team environment
• Have a high degree of initiative and autonomy
• Have a high learning ability
• Must be able to obtain a North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Secret level security Clearance in a timely manner

Additional skills desired for the role

• Software test experience
• Software test Automation experience
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite
• Familiarity with Linux is considered an asset
• Familiarity with Dynamic Object-Oriented Requirements System (DOORS)
• Experience with Agile Scrum methodology is considered an asset
• Experience with Military Naval domain and Operations
• Experience in Combat Management System 330 (CMS 330) operation is considered an asset Active NATO Secret security clearance is considered an asset.

Discipline
Test Engineering
About us
Headquartered in Ottawa, Lockheed Martin Canada is the Canadian unit of Lockheed Martin Corporation, a global defense technology company driving innovation and advancing scientific discovery. Our all-domain mission solutions and 21st Century Security vision accelerate the delivery of transformative technologies to ensure those we serve always stay ahead of ready. We operate major facilities in Ottawa, Montreal, Halifax, Calgary and Victoria and work on a wide range of programs from advanced naval technology products, aircraft sustainment, and unmanned systems software. This position is part of the Rotary and Mission Systems business area, where employees across Canada support engineering, systems integration, training, sustainment and in-service support programs for Canadian and international military customers across land, air and sea.
Clearance required for role
What we offer you
We walk our talk when it comes to work/life balance! Your physical, mental and financial wellbeing matters to us. On top of working in a highly supportive, friendly, respectful environment, this is what you can expect when you join our team as a Regular Full-Time employee:

• Flexible, compressed work schedules, depending on business requirements, where you have the option of Fridays off, as well as the possibility to work remote part-time
• Competitive compensation
• Time to recharge with vacation, personal days, holidays, and parental leaves
• Comprehensive Family Medical, Dental and Vision coverage available on your first day of employment, along with:

• Virtual Health Care (24/7 access to medical professionals)
• A Wellness Spending Account to aid in your wellness journey
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) which includes free face to face counselling sessions
• Medical Travel Insurance
• Onsite fitness facilities at our main office locations
• A Registered Retirement Savings Plan that includes matching company contributions on your first day of employment, that also includes access to Financial Advisors providing investment advice and comprehensive financial planning
• Employee discounts to save on goods, services and various recreational activities
• Access to a robust spectrum of development resources to enhance your skills and/or advance your career including:

• Free learning resources through a modern and engaging platform
• Education Assistance Program
• Reimbursement for a professional membership
• Self-directed Mentoring

Security requirement for this role

Skills Required