About Draganfly: Draganfly Inc. (the “Company”) has been a recognized technology leader within the commercial UAV space for over two decades. We helped establish the commercial market & adoption of multi-rotor helicopters for public safety, agriculture, aerial imaging, & more.
As a leader who helped shape the industry, Draganfly’s focus is on the sale of drone products and services, contract engineering & custom integration product development, and health monitoring products and services. About The Role: Draganfly is seeking a highly motivated QA Engineer to join our growing software team.
The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in software testing, experience validating complex systems, and a passion for ensuring quality in mission‑critical applications. In this role, you will be responsible for validating the performance, reliability, and safety of software that powers Draganfly’s drone ecosystem, including web applications, ground control systems, and supporting platforms.

Your work will directly contribute to the safety, reliability, and real‑world performance of our UAV operations. You will collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams—including software engineering, hardware, flight operations, and product—to ensure seamless system integration and high‑quality software delivery. Key Responsibilities: Develop and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases for Web applications and dashboards; Ground Control Station (GCS) software; Drone‑related and mission support applications Perform manual and automated testing across web, desktop, and integrated systems Validate system performance, reliability, and usability in both lab and real‑world flight environments Collaborate with software, hardware,



and flight operations teams to understand system requirements and edge cases Identify, document, and track defects using tools such as Jira, including clear reproduction steps and impact assessment Conduct regression, integration, and end‑to‑end testing across releases Participate in field testing and flight validation as required, supporting live drone operations Analyze system logs, telemetry data, and flight data to troubleshoot and isolate issues Ensure software meets quality standards, regulatory considerations, and safety expectations for UAV operations Contribute to continuous improvement of QA processes, automation efforts, and test coverage Who are you really? You’re passionate about quality and take pride in ensuring software performs reliably, safely, and as expected—especially in mission‑critical environments. You have a strong eye for detail and enjoy finding issues before they reach production. You’re comfortable working across complex systems, from web applications to integrated control platforms. You enjoy collaborating with engineers, hardware teams, and operations to understand how systems work end‑to‑end. You’re curious and analytical, using logs, telemetry, and data to troubleshoot and uncover root causes. You’re proactive and take ownership, constantly looking for ways to improve test coverage, processes,



and overall product quality. You thrive in environments where reliability, safety, and real‑world performance truly matter. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).5+ years of experience in software quality assurance. Hands‑on experience testing web applications, dashboards, and APIs. Experience testing desktop applications or control system software. Solid understanding of QA methodologies, including test planning, regression testing, and defect management. Experience using bug tracking and test management tools such as Jira and Test Rail. Familiarity with APIs, networking concepts, and client‑server architectures. Experience with test automation tools (e.G., Selenium, Cypress, Playwright) is an asset. Basic programming or scripting skills (Python, Java Script, or similar). Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional environment. Nice to Have Experience with UAV/drone systems, robotics, or embedded platforms Familiarity with ground control software such as QGround Control or Mission Planner Understanding of MAVLink or similar communication protocols Experience working with telemetry, sensor data, or flight logs Exposure to simulation environments, hardware‑in‑the‑loop (HIL) testing, or safety‑critical systems Compensation package: Competitive salary: $90,000 - $115,000Equity / Stock Options: Participation in the company’s stock option plan, providing long‑term ownership and alignment with company growth. Comprehensive medical and dental benefits, including a Health Spending

📌 Quality Assurance (Qa) Engineer - $90,000 - $115,000 A Year (Burnaby)
🏢 Draganfly
📍 Burnaby