Ship Test and Trials Specialist

Test Engineering

Halifax, NS

17774BR

About the role

Lockheed Martin is Canada's most successful Combat System Integrator specializing in large sophisticated integration projects. We take advantage of advanced engineering practices and modern technologies to design, develop and integrate combat systems. We are seeking employees with exceptional technical skills to become part of our success story.

The successful candidate will contribute to our River Class Destroyer (RCD) program as a member of our Integration, Test, and Evaluation (IT&E) Cross Product Team (CPT):

• Development of shipboard Test and Trials for the Lockheed Martin Canada scope of supply; including Set-to-Work (STW), shipboard integration testing, Harbour Acceptance Trials (HATs), Sea Acceptance Trials (SATs), and operational test & evaluation
• Support planning and the execution of activities that drive initial and final acceptance of each ship for the Lockheed Martin Canada scope of supply
• Support proper activation and operation of each ship including Combat Management System (CMS), Operating Environment (OE), and interface/integration with other subsystems
• Coordinate with the ship integration team to deconflict any preventative or corrective maintenance tasks for the Combat System (CS)
• Identify and resolve combat system integration issues so that priority defects are corrected to meet testing schedules
• Identify and resolve system problem reports so that priority defects are corrected to meet testing schedules
• Review and analyze test results and report findings as necessary for the integration and functional testing
• Execution of shipboard regression testing for all delivered CMS builds
• Coordinate with other specialty engineering leads including safety, cyber security, and human systems integration to ensure testing is comprehensive
• Responsive to ship identified problems to include specific testing and identifying rectification paths
• Support configuration management (CM) of all combat systems installed on ship for Lockheed Martin Canada scope of supply
• Conduct of sub-system software regression testing on delivered sub-system software providing recommendation for acceptance and further release to ships

Planning
- Ensure CS equipment is properly configured for each test event
- Coordinate test engineering team in data collection and analysis for summary report, problem isolation and problem resolution.
- Ensure defects are documented utilizing the problem reporting process
- Support customer familiarization with entire CS equipment, maintenance and operations
- Support continuous management of the ship schedules understanding program priorities of use
- Work closely with other Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) to effectively manage and coordinate build dates and testing
- Develop plan with other IPTs for the coordination of Sub-System Set-to-Work

Reporting
- Reports to the ship test and trials Lead
- Escalate issues that impact planned test events to senior leadership in real time
- Maintain current metrics for problem reports
- Attend daily stand-up to report out on major issues

What you bring to the role

• Bachelor's degree or diploma from an accredited university in an engineering discipline and/or combined technical experience
• 5 years or more of professional experience
• Test and trials experience
• Experience working within a team of diverse skillsets
• Must be willing to support schedule including evenings and weekends, as require
• Must have an aptitude for solving challenging problems in a team environment
• Must have a high degree of initiative and autonomy
• Must be able to obtain NATO Secret security clearance in a timely manner

Additional skills desired for the role

• Experience with IBM DOORS is considered an asset
• Experience with Agile Scrum methodology is considered an asset
• Experience working in an industrial shipyard is considered an asset
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite
• Familiarity with SAP
• Active NATO Secret security clearance is considered an asset

What we offer you

We walk our talk when it comes to work/life balance Your physical, mental and financial wellbeing matters to us. On top of working in a highly supportive, friendly, respectful environment, this is what you can expect when you join our team as a Regular Full-Time employee:

• Flexible, compressed work schedules, depending on business requirements, where you have the option of Fridays off, as well as the possibility to work remote part-time
• Competitive compensation
• Time to recharge with vacation, personal days, holidays, and parental leaves
• Comprehensive Family Medical, Dental and Vision coverage available on your first day of employment, along with:
• Virtual Health Care (24/7 access to medical professionals)
• A Wellness Spending Account to aid in your wellness journey
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) which includes free face to face counselling sessions
• Medical Travel Insurance
• Onsite fitness facilities at our main office locations
• A Registered Retirement Savings Plan that includes matching company contributions on your first day of employment, that also includes access to Financial Advisors providing investment advice and comprehensive financial planning
• Employee discounts to save on goods, services and various recreational activities
• Access to a robust spectrum of development resources to enhance your skills and/or advance your career including:
• Free learning resources through a modern and engaging platform
• Education Assistance Program
• Reimbursement for a professional membership
• Self-directed Mentoring

About us

Headquartered in Ottawa, Lockheed Martin Canada is the Canadian unit of Lockheed Martin Corporation, a global defense technology company driving innovation and advancing scientific discovery. Our all-domain mission solutions and 21st Century Security vision accelerate the delivery of transformative technologies to ensure those we serve always stay ahead of ready. We operate major facilities in Ottawa, Montreal, Halifax, Calgary and Victoria and work on a wide range of programs from advanced naval technology products, aircraft sustainment, and unmanned systems software. This position is part of the Rotary and Mission Systems business area, where employees across Canada support engineering, systems integration, training, sustainment and in-service support programs for Canadian and international military customers across land, air and sea.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement. Furthermore, Lockheed Martin is dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive for all individuals. We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed.

Employee Type

Full Time

Vacancy Type

Permanent

Security requirement for this role

Controlled Goods Program

Clearance required for role

Nato Secret