Safety, Security and Compliance (Software) Lead

Job Summary:

The Safety, Security & Compliance (SSC) team is a small and agile team that enables Safety, Security, and regulatory compliance (quality) to function well across the entire business. The goal is to enable NAVBLUE to serve its customers with products, solutions and services in the most efficient way possible, and while also respecting the highest required standards.

The Safety, Security and Compliance (Software) Lead is part of the Safety, Security, and Compliance (SSC) Team within the Operational Excellence Department. It may take on several different tasks within the team depending on capability, interest, and the business's needs. The SSC Lead is key in spearheading the quality assurance efforts within Navblue especially in the software development teams. This role is crucial in ensuring the delivery of high-quality software products that meet our customers' expectations.

Responsibilities:

The SSC Lead is required to support one or more business areas (process owners and delegates, operational teams, and others) on one or more of the following topics:

• INTERNAL AUDIT MANAGEMENT
• REQUIREMENT/COMPLIANCE MANAGEMENT
• RISK MANAGEMENT
• CHANGE MANAGEMENT
• TESTING
• DEFECT TRACKING
• CODING STANDARDS

It is key for the success of the SSC Lead role to take a proactive and collaborative approach with stakeholders impacted by these topics, to ensure a de-siloed approach, adherence, alignment and transparency across functions and processes.

Concerning the above topics (one or several) under the Business' responsibility, the SSC Lead is expected to:

• Conduct regular audits to assess the quality of software deliverables and adherence to industry standards.
• Identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions to enhance quality.
• Drive or support regular activities (robust quality assurance processes, including defect tracking, risk management, and change control)
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
• Work closely with agile teams to understand user stories, acceptance criteria, and sprint goals.
• Participate in agile ceremonies, such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Oversight of software quality control including:
  • Execution of test cases, ensuring adherence to test plans and quality standards.
  • Analysis of test results, identify defects, and track them through to resolution.
  • Generate clear and concise test reports, highlighting key findings and recommendations.
• Drive or support specific improvement projects
• Drive an effective and efficient Integrated Management System

In general, the SSC Lead is expected to:

• Be proactive, collaborative, and open-minded
• Be diligent and structured
• Promote agile methodologies and champion collaboration across different parts/functions of the company
• Support with cultivating the culture and mindsets within Navblue to achieve the highest level of Operational Excellence
• Other duties as prescribed by management.

Required Skills/Experience:

• Experience as a Quality Assurance Lead or similar role in an agile software development environment.
• Strong understanding of software development life cycles (SDLC) and testing methodologies.
• Knowledge &Experience in an AS9100 and/or ISO27001 environment including previous experience with internal auditing
• Knowledge of DO-178 and DO-330
• Experience in the aviation industry is recommended, sufficient to understand the impact of Safety & Quality on commercial airline flight operations
• Knowledge and/or experience of Risk & Opportunity Management
• Knowledge of Lean and Agile principles, process mapping, and VSM
• Knowledge and/or experience of Change Management
• Excellent English communication skills (written, visual & verbal)
• 3+ years prior work experience in a professional/office environment

Demonstrated Soft Skills:

• Effective time management skills; capable of managing multiple competing priorities and meeting deadlines in a dynamic technical environment
• Analytical and problem-solving and combine a detail-oriented approach when necessary, with pragmatism
• Strong written/verbal communication, skills: capable of understanding what information the audience needs to know and communicating it in an effective manner
• Transverse project management; capable of delegating & monitoring tasks, providing feedback to improve performance and engaging and motivating staff to deliver on objectives including in a non-hierarchical dimension
• Effective interpersonal skills, adaptable to all levels of the organization: Listening, providing meaning, and influencing

Technical Systems Proficiency:

• Computer proficiency – able to navigate Email, Internet and Google Suite/similar environment competently, with emphasis on Google Docs, Google Sheets and Google Slides.
• Proficiency in test automation tools and frameworks
• Knowledge of scripting languages
• Experience with defect-tracking tools
• Software Testing Fundamentals: A deep understanding of various testing methodologies (e.g., black-box, white-box, gray-box, integration, system, acceptance) and techniques (e.g., test case design, test data preparation, defect tracking)
• Understanding of Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery pipelines and tools

Perks:

Located in the heart of University of Waterloo’s David Johnston Research + Technology Park, NAVBLUE is close to shops, restaurants, gyms, daycare, and many other amenities, and only 10 minutes away from Hwy 85. The modern design of our suite on the second floor of the Accelerator Centre draws its inspiration from airport terminals, and features bright, open workstations, rather than boxed-in cubicles. As part of our family, you will enjoy:

• Being part of Airbus Network
• Flexible hours
• Hybrid working environment (3 days in office)
• Free parking
• Weekly Breakfast
• Vacation Days (15 - 25)
• Professional Development Day
• Christmas shut down
• Summer core hours
• Strong work-life balance
• Casual dress code
• Competitive group benefits plan
• Strong focus on mental health support benefits
• 5 Sick Days
• 2 Personal Days
• RRSP matching program
• Life Insurance
• Employee stock ownership plan
• Maternity & Paternity benefits
• Referral program
• Rewards and Recognition program
• Training and Development Support
• Monthly Lunch and Learns
• Fitness & Wellness reimbursement
• An active social committee
• Organized Volunteer Events
• Game room, including a flight simulator!
• Lunch hour sporting activities (hockey, soccer, volleyball etc.) with a shower on site
• Active Inclusion & Diversity Committee
• And much more!

Not to mention, the aviation industry’s ongoing digital transformation means we must continually innovate and rise to the many challenges faced by our geographically diverse customers. We are always looking for creative ways to improve our processes and technologies to be a leader in the highly competitive aviation market.

How to Apply:

Candidates who are interested in joining the NAVBLUE team are invited to submit their resume and cover letter, highlighting their work experiences and skills via email to talent@navblue.aero.

We thank all applicants for applying. Only selected applicants will be contacted.

Navblue is committed to creating an environment and a culture where everyone feels like they belong no matter who they are or where they are from. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals based on job-related qualifications and ability to perform a job. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, record of offences, and basis of disability or any protected class. Accommodations will be available on request for candidates throughout the entire recruitment and selection process.

About Us:

NAVBLUE, an Airbus Company, is a leading global provider of flight operations solutions, including aeronautical charts, navigation data solutions, flight planning, aircraft performance software (take-off/landing, weight and balance), and crew planning solutions. You’ll be able to shape the future of the digital aviation industry by working on several of the best in the industry flagship products enabling pilots, dispatchers, flight engineers and other aviation personnel on a daily basis to deliver safe, efficient, and reliable flight operations all over the world. You’ll have the opportunity to support millions of flights each year and help NAVBLUE customers maximize efficiency, reduce costs, ensure compliance with complex national and international safety regulations, and effectively deliver their services.

You’ll join a team with a focus on digital and collaborative innovation that is passionate and customer-focused. Over the last few years, Airbus has been supportive of various initiatives such as Going Digital, Performance Based Navigation Services, Air Traffic Management Modernization Programs, FlySmart on iOS and other digital projects related to new aircraft technologies; the launch of NAVBLUE was therefore a natural step to further develop its Flight Operations and Air Traffic Management Portfolio.

NAVBLUE is also proud to have been recognized as one of Waterloo Area’s Top Employers for 2024. Based on eight criteria: physical workplace, work atmosphere and social, health financial and family benefits, vacation and time off, employee communication, performance manager, training and skills development and community involvement. It was determined that we offer some of the most progressive and forward-thinking programs within the area. Plus, NAVBLUE was recognized as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Recent Graduates in 2024. We are excited and grateful for both these recognitions. We realize that it is our employees that have allowed us to succeed and will allow us to continue succeeding.

NAVBLUE is a fully owned subsidiary of Services by Airbus, fueled by the agility of Airbus ProSky and Navtech (acquired in 2016), and the pioneering spirit of Airbus, NAVBLUE was created in July 2016 with one mission: lead aviation into the digital age.

NAVBLUE is based in Hersham (UK), Toulouse (France), Waterloo, ON (Canada), Bangkok (Thailand) and Malmö (Sweden), Gdańsk (Poland) with other offices all around the world.

The Future is Yours for the Taking: https://youtu.be/vdY6gYuceYY