
Hardware Test Engineer
- Ottawa, ON
- Permanent
- Temps-plein
- Develop and maintain detailed test plans, procedures, and strategies for hardware components, subsystems, and integrated systems.
- Design, build, and calibrate test fixtures, jigs, and equipment to support hardware testing activities.
- Execute hardware tests, including functional, performance, environmental, and reliability testing, using a combination of manual and automated testing techniques.
- Analyze test results, identify trends, and generate comprehensive test reports, providing actionable insights and recommendations for improvement.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design engineers, software developers, and system integrators, to ensure seamless hardware testing and validation.
- Stay abreast of emerging hardware testing methodologies, tools, and best practices, driving continuous improvement and innovation in our testing processes.
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of hardware test documentation, including test plans, test cases, test procedures, and test reports.
- Participate in root cause analysis and lessons learned activities to identify opportunities for process improvement and knowledge sharing.
- Provide status and metrics to the Lead or program designate
- Brings issues that impact planned test events to senior leadership in real time
- Provide current metrics for problem reports
- Oversite and management of Daily Stand-up to report out on major issues
- Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline with 2 years professional experience, or equivalent experience/combined education.
- Experience in hardware testing, troubleshooting, and validation, with a focus on electronic systems and components.
- Experience designing, developing, and executing comprehensive test plans and procedures for hardware systems.
- Strong knowledge of hardware testing methodologies, tools, and best practices, including digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, and signal generators.
- Proficiency in using hardware test automation tools and frameworks
- Experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing, power electronics, or embedded systems is a plus.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
- Ability to obtain a NATO Secret security clearance.
- Experience with Naval Combat Systems and their supporting elements is considered an asset
- Experience with IBM DOORS is considered an asset
- Experience with Agile Scrum methodology is considered an asset
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite
- Familiarity with SAP
- Active NATO Secret security clearance is considered an asset
- Familiarity with industry standards, such as MIL-STD, DO-178C, or DO-254.
- Certification in relevant testing methodologies (e.g., ISTQB, CSTE).
- 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