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CAE USA INC CF-18 Operational Specialist in Mirabel, Canada
About This Role
Job Description Summary
This position is responsible for providing support to software development and testing activities during the bundle development and integration phases by ensuring that the Systems Engineering Support Contract (SESC) team understands Department of National Defense (DND) requirements and clarifies them as required. Additionally, the incumbent is required to participate in testing of the modified system and to provide feedback to the development and test teams. Finally, this position is also responsible for helping increase CAE’s CF-18 operational knowledge.
Your challenges
Develop requirements with the client; develop test plan; write/code tests; execute operational tests (on avionics benches, integrated benches, full simulator and the aircraft); report anomalies; software qualification before deployment on CF-18 fleet.
Test improvements and/or the design of new functionalities for the following three onboard software applications: mission computers, armament computer and communication control unit.
Innovative and captivating projects that optimize the operational effectiveness of the CF-18. Among others: improve performance indicators of missile and new GPS and LASER guided bombs, develop GPS navigation, integrate new infrared sensor, integrate new MIDS data transmission system, etc.
Possibility of supporting the Canadian Armed Forces on the ground during flight exercises (Cougar South, Combat Archer, Bold Quest, Maple Flag, etc.).
Work will be performed mostly in Mirabel. Travelling to Forces bases (Canadian and American) in support of customers.
Your strengths
Bachelor of engineering.
Former CF18 Pilot (an asset)
Professional experience in testing.
Knowledge of Software Development lifecycle (an asset).
Knowledge of aeronautics and/or avionics and/or testing (a must).
Knowledge of military aircraft systems operation, avionics systems, testing procedures, Integrated Test Facilities or simulators (a must)
Ability to work on a team and interact with different multidisciplinary groups.
Ability to communicate in English and French (spoken and written) on a technical subject.
Operational requirements
Must be eligible for registration to the Controlled Goods Program.
Must be eligible to obtaining and maintaining the government of Canada’s “Reliability” status and Level 2 (Secret) security clearance.
Main work location is not accessible via public transportation. A car is needed.
Position Type
Regular
CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.
Equal Opportunity Employer
CAE is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. As "One CAE," we take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, Veteran status, age, or other legally protected characteristics.
If you don't see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed in the job posting, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please get in touch with us at rh-hr@cae.com .
At CAE, we equip people in critical roles with the expertise and solutions to create a safer world. As a technology company, we digitalize the physical world, deploying simulation training and critical operations support solutions. Above all else, we empower pilots, airlines, defence and security forces, and healthcare practitioners to perform at their best every day and when the stakes are the highest. Around the globe, we’re everywhere customers need us to be with more than 13,000 employees in more than 200 sites and training locations in over 40 countries. CAE represents 75 years of industry firsts—the highest-fidelity flight and mission simulators, surgical manikins, and personalized training programs powered by artificial intelligence. We’re investing our time and resources into building the next generation of cutting-edge, digitally immersive training and critical operations solutions while keeping positive environmental, social and governance (ESG) impact at the core of our mission. Today and tomorrow, we’ll make sure our customers are ready for the moments that matter.