Bluedrop Training & Simulation Inc. (BTSI) is looking for a proactive and skilled individual to serve as a Software QA Tester. Under the authority of the Quality Assurance Lead, this individual will have knowledge of software testing strategies and tactics to ensure a high quality level on Bluedrop Training & Simulation solutions and products.

Qualifications

- Required
- College diploma or University degree in related field (or equivalent)
- 2 years of software testing experience, including writing test cases
- Working knowledge of QA methodology, testing techniques and approaches relating to desktop and web applications.
- Proficient in writing software test cases and test plans.
- Proficient in bug writing standards.
- Ability to communicate in a clear and professional manner, including the ability to explain technical details to a non-technical person.

Technical Skills

- Experience testing interactions between hardware and software
- Experience with:
- Test management tools (e.g., Xray Test Management for Jira, or equivalent)
- Defect tracking systems (e.g., Jira)
- JQL search

Nice to Have

- Knowledge and experience with automation testing an asset
- Experience with simulation or game engines (e.g., VBS, Unity, Unreal, Godot)
- Proficiency in scripting (e.g., Python, shell, or similar)




- Experience in defense, aerospace, or training systems

Other Requirements

- Strong communication and documentation skills
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Ability to obtain Government of Canada security clearance

Responsibilities

QA Strategy

- Identify, document and ensure resolution of software issues.
- Analyze tests for coverage of performance, data, and functionality.
- Report on quality of multiple products and the release readiness of the products.
- Review historical, existing and ongoing bug reports to identify areas needing specific attention.

Test Planning, Execution & Coverage

- Develop, document and maintain functional test cases and other test artifacts.
- Ensure coverage across:
- Functional requirements
- System integration (software, hardware, third-party systems)
- Performance, stability, and reliability

- Execute both manual and automated testing

Automation & Tooling

- Identify where automation is most needed
- Monitor and flag automated testing results for issues throughout development

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

- Work closely with software developers and systems engineers to:
- Improve testability
- Support issue investigation and resolution

📌 Software Tester (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 Bluedrop Training & Simulation
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality