Test Engineer in Dartmouth

Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.

As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five-eyes' Defence customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.

We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.

Ultra Maritime is seeking highly motivated and skilled Test Engineers to join our team. Successful candidates will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining automated test equipment to support the production of complex defense systems. This role requires a strong understanding of test methodologies, automated test hardware and software, and a commitment to ensuring the highest quality standards for our customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test equipment
• Develop and maintain automated test software using National Instruments LabVIEW and related tools
• Design and develop electronic drawings, using such programs as OrCad
• Create detailed test plans, procedures, and methodologies to verify product specifications
• Review test specifications for completeness and accuracy
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to test equipment, software, and test methodologies
• Analyze test data and production yields to identify trends, root causes of failures, and areas for improvement
• Recommend and implement improvements to existing test equipment and processes to increase efficiency, accuracy, and throughput
• Collaborate with design, development, and manufacturing teams to ensure testability and quality throughout the product lifecycle
• Participate in product design reviews and provide input on “Design for Test” and “Design for Manufacturing”
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, military specifications, and quality assurance procedures

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and system specifications
• Demonstrated proficiency in developing and maintaining test automation using National Instruments LabVIEW
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment across multiple engineering and tooling disciplines
• Must be able to gain the appropriate Canadian government security clearance and satisfy all requirements to be able to work on Canadian Controlled Goods projects

Desired:

• Strong programming skills in Python for test development and automation
• Experience with various test equipment, including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, power supplies, and data acquisition systems
• Proven experience in a test engineering role, preferably within the defense or aerospace industry
• Experience working in a high-volume production environment
• Experience with statistical tools for data analysis and visualization

Typically, a Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) in a related field and 0+ years of related experience. Lean Six Sigma certification preferred.

Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.

We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.

What’s in it for you?

We offer a competitive benefits package including extended health and dental, life insurance, RRSP, deferred profit sharing, optional critical illness insurance, an EFAP and student bursaries. We encourage regular manager-employee performance feedback, goal alignment and employee development through our Employee Performance Development Plan (EPDP) and offer employee education assistance to allow our people to acquire new qualifications and certifications.