Senior Test Engineer

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Over the last 40 years, Gastops has built a robust business which is recognized worldwide for its innovative contributions to equipment health management in the aviation, energy, marine, industrial and transportation industries. Gastops' products and services add value throughout the life cycle of complex critical equipment from the design stage through to in-service operations and support. We design, manufacture, and support advanced equipment sensing and analysis products, including on-line oil debris sensors, torque measurement sensors, turbine blade health sensors, and at-line oil analysis systems.

The Engineering Department at Gastops offers the opportunity to be part of dynamic teams working on cutting-edge technologies and solving challenging problems. Gastops has built core competencies in diverse technology fields such as electromagnetics, optics and photonics, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, software, simulation and artificial intelligence, with a team of expert scientists and engineers and state-of-the-art facilities.

Software development at Gastops is critical to many of the competencies listed above. Gastops creates software for embedded, desktop, and web applications. These applications are at the heart of our sensor and chip analysis products, provide critical maintenance information to our customers, and support and streamline our internal production processes.

Based in Ottawa, Ontario, the Sr Test Engineer will report to the Manager, Test Engineering within the Engineering Department and will focus on developing and executing Design Verification Programs, contributing to the design and sustainment of new products, and for the development and sustainment of the jigs and fixtures required to verify, validate, troubleshoot, and manufacture Gastops products.

What You'll Do:

The Sr. Test Engineer will be a member of a multidisciplinary Test Engineering team which is responsible for developing and executing Design Verification Programs, contributing to the design and sustainment of new products, and for the development and sustainment of the jigs and fixtures required to verify, validate, troubleshoot, and manufacture Gastops products.

You will:

• Execute design verification test programs, assess system compliance to product specifications, and document findings.
• Evaluate product failures through design of experiments, data analysis, or structured tear-down processes to determine root-cause.
• Maintain the technical preparedness of Gastops Research and Development Laboratory
• Participate in new product introductions contributing to design for test, and manufacturing and testing prototype designs throughout the project.
• Mentor and supervise Jr. Engineering and Technical staff as required.

Who You Are:

• Skilled and experienced in mechanical, electronic, and/or software test technology, methods, and processes.
• Experienced in design of experiments or the development of product verification test programs.
• Experience in electronic test automation system design, and/or test implementation within an automated test framework.
• Versed in electro-mechanical and/or opto-mechanical components, sub-assembly, and system design or testing.
• Experienced in the application, design, or testing of sensors/transducers, measurement instrumentation, or integrated systems.
• Strong and clear communicator able to communicate high level recommendations succinctly
• Capable technical writer and presenter able to succinctly summarize Engineering details and analyses.

What You Should Bring:

The ideal candidate will have an Engineering or equivalent degree with 5+ years of experience in the application, design, or testing of electro- or opto-mechanical systems. Additionally, you should have:

• Experience in interpreting and applying international test standards (ASTM, DO-160, MIL, etc...) for acceptance and qualification of industrial, military, and/or aerospace products.
• Experienced in the design, certification, or application of high reliability aerospace or other (i.e. automotive/medical) products.
• Experience with the design or application of sensitive instrumentation or measurement devices.
• Experienced in the application of electronic, mechanical, and/or environmental test and measurement technology.

What We Offer You:

Gastops has built a passionate workforce with a strong and vibrant culture which has been the key to our success. We offer programs and rewards that one would expect from a highly successful, established and growing technology company:

• Competitive salary, benefits and profit sharing
• A fantastic culture, team and energy to work with
• Superb work location in Ottawa's East End (Canotek Business Park)
• Social activities, company sponsored events and opportunities to give back to our local community

Gastops is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to acquiring a skilled and diverse workforce. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, origins, ages, orientations, genders, creeds and religions. Gastops accommodates people with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selectin process. Gastops is an excellent place to work and we look forward to meeting with you If contacted regarding this competition, please advise the interview coordinator of any accommodation measures you may require.