Shipboard Computer Verification and Validation

About the role

Lockheed Martin Canada Inc. (Lockheed Martin) is the leading combat systems integrator specializing in large-scale advanced integration projects in Canada. We leverage advanced engineering practices and modern technologies to design, develop, and integrate combat systems. We are seeking employees with excellent technical skills who will contribute to our success. The successful candidate will contribute to the program as a member of our team responsible for integration, test, and evaluation of product lines:

• Develop a computer verification and validation program for Command and Control (C2) products
• Develop computer test and trial systems for Lockheed Martin's scope of supply, including commissioning, on-board integration testing, harbour acceptance testing, sea acceptance testing, and operational test and evaluation
• Support planning and execution activities that lead to the initial and final acceptance of each Canadian surface combatant for Lockheed Martin's computer scope of supply
• Identify and resolve computer-level integration issues so that priority defects are fixed to meet test schedules
• Identify and resolve system problem reports so that priority defects are fixed to meet test schedules
• Review and analyze test results and report findings, as appropriate, for integration and operational tests
• Report to the ship test and trials team lead
• Perform computer regression testing for all delivered versions of the command management system
• Coordinate with other technical domain leads, including security, cybersecurity, and human systems integration, to ensure test completeness
• Respond to issues discovered on ships, including performing targeted tests and determining remediation paths
• Support configuration management of all combat systems installed on ships within Lockheed Martin's scope of supply
• Lead subsystem computer regression testing on delivered subsystems, providing recommendations for acceptance and subsequent deployment to ships

What you will bring to the role

Detailed job description

Planning:

• Ensure combat system equipment is correctly configured for each test
• Coordinate the test design team in data collection and analysis for summary reports, isolation, and problem resolution
• Ensure defects are recorded using the problem reporting process
• Support customer familiarization with equipment, maintenance, and combat system operations
• Support ongoing ship schedule management by understanding program usage priorities
• Work closely with other integrated product teams to effectively manage and coordinate build and test dates

Reporting:

• Report in real time to management any issues that impact planned test events
• Maintain current parameters for problem reporting
• Attend daily meetings to report on major issues

Required skills, abilities and experience

• Bachelor's degree from a recognized university in Computer Science or a related engineering discipline and two years' experience, or a Master's degree in a related engineering discipline
• Willingness to work team schedules, including evenings and weekends as required
• Ability to solve complex problems within a team
• High degree of initiative and autonomy
• Ability to obtain NATO Secret security clearance

Additional desired skills for the role

• Experience integrating and testing various shipboard combat systems
• Experience with IBM DOORS considered an asset
• Experience with networks and networked tools considered an asset
• Experience with Agile Scrum methodology considered an asset
• Good knowledge of software development and testing
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office tools
• Good knowledge of Linux
• White Hat certification
• Valid NATO Secret security clearance considered an asset

What we offer

We deliver on work/life balance. Your physical, mental and financial well-being matter to us. In addition to working in a highly supportive, friendly and respectful environment, here is what you can expect when you join our team as a full-time regular employee:

• Flexible and compressed work schedules depending on business needs, with the option to take Fridays off and the ability to work remotely part-time
• Competitive compensation
• Time to recharge: vacation, personal days, statutory holidays and parental leave
• Comprehensive family coverage for medical, dental and vision available from day one, including:
  • Virtual health care (24/7 access to health professionals)
  • A wellness spending account to support your wellness journey
  • An employee and family assistance program (EFAP) including free in-person counselling sessions
  • Travel medical insurance
  • On-site fitness facilities at major offices
• Registered retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions from day one and access to financial advisors
• Employee discounts on goods, services and recreational activities
• Access to a wide range of development tools to improve skills and/or advance your career, including:
  • Free learning resources via a modern engaging platform
  • Tuition assistance program
  • Professional membership reimbursement
  • Self-managed mentoring

Salary transparency

At Lockheed Martin Canada we comply with salary transparency requirements and believe publishing salary ranges for vacancies promotes a more equitable workforce.

Salary range

$77,500 - $101,500

Security requirement for this role

NATO Secret