Our engineers are the technical visionaries behind our innovative solutions.

Globally recognized for delivering cutting-edge systems, you’ll tackle complex challenges, collaborate across functions, and lead advancements that shape our industry.

Supported by a culture of flexibility, growth, and innovation, join us to create a lasting legacy in safety and simulation.

Duties & Responsibilities Serve as a Test Project Engineer supporting onboard software applications for the CF-18 fighter aircraft.

Develop technical requirements in collaboration with the client.

Develop test plans and write/code test procedures.

Execute tests on avionics benches, integrated benches, full simulators, and aircraft.

Identify, document, and report anomalies and support software qualification prior to deployment to the CF-18 fleet.

Support testing improvements and/or the design of new functionality for three onboard software applications: the mission computer, armament computer, and communication control unit.

Contribute to projects aimed at improving the operational effectiveness of the CF-18, including: Improving performance indicators for missiles and new GPS- and LASER-guided bombs.

Developing GPS navigation capabilities.

Integrating new infrared detection capabilities.

Integrating a new MIDS data transmission system.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and operational specialists, including CF-18 pilots.





May support the Canadian Armed Forces on site during flight exercises, such as Bold Quest and Maple Flag.

Work primarily in Mirabel (presence onsite required 2-3 times/week) Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering. 0–2 years of professional experience.

Programming experience with C and C++.

Ability to work effectively within a team and collaborate with multidisciplinary groups.

Ability to communicate on technical subjects in both English and French, verbally and in writing.

Must be eligible for registration in the Controlled Goods Program.

Must be eligible to obtain and maintain Government of Canada Reliability Status and Level 2 (Secret) security clearance.

Ability to commute to the primary work location in Mirabel, which is not accessible by public transportation. A car is required.

Preferred Qualifications C# programming experience.

Knowledge of aeronautics, avionics, and/or testing.

Experience developing, integrating, and/or performing real-time testing of embedded software.

Knowledge of commercial or military aircraft system operations, avionics systems, testing procedures, Integrated Test Facilities, and/or simulators.

Benefits Company advantages plan Pension plan Employee stock purchase plan Career development opportunities within a global organization Hybrid work model Comprehensive health and wellness programs About CAE Position Type Regular Equal Opportunity & Accommodations Data Privacy

📌 Software Tests SpecialistFighter) (Mirabel)
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