CF18 Operational Specialist

About This Role

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 SESC team understands 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 FACT team.  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 computer, 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 detector, integrate new MIDS data transmission system, etc.
• Possibility of supporting the Canadian Armed Forces on the ground during flight exercises (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 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.

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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.