The QA Analyst will be responsible for ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of applications, data systems, and processes that support shipbuilding and manufacturing operations. This role involves developing and executing test plans, identifying defects, validating system functionality. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and experienced in testing complex industrial workflows and integrated systems.
Note: This position qualifies for an optional hybrid work schedule after 90 days of onsite work and onboarding. Employees will be subject to the terms of the Flexible Work Policy Agreement.
What you'll do
• Develop, execute, and maintain test cases, test scripts, and test plans for all our major Applications.
• Perform functional, regression, integration, and user-acceptance testing for systems such as Oracle, PLM/CAD integrations, production scheduling, and quality control applications.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, IT, and software development teams to understand requirements and translate them into effective testing procedures
• Identify, document, and track defects; validate fixes; and ensure resolution meets quality standards.
• Review business and technical specifications to ensure test coverage aligns with operational workflows, engineering processes, and production requirements.
• Validate data accuracy, data transformations, and system outputs for applications handling engineering drawings, manufacturing instructions, BOMs, and work orders.
• Support testing of system integrations across applications such as Oracle, PLM and CAD systems.
• Maintain testing documentation, including test reports, traceability matrices, and compliance records.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance testing efficiency, consistency, and coverage.
• Assist in developing automated tests for repetitive or critical processes (when applicable).
• Ensure testing activities align with industry standards, quality requirements, and organizational best practices.
• Provide QA support during system rollouts, upgrades, and change-control processes.
What you'll bring
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Quality Assurance, or a related discipline.
• 2–5 years of experience as a QA Analyst, preferably in manufacturing, industrial engineering, aerospace, or shipbuilding sectors.
• Experience working with industrial or engineering systems (ERP, PLM, CAD integrations) is strongly preferred.
• Certifications such as Certified Quality Analyst (CQA)
• Lean Six Sigma Yellow/Green Belt (asset)
• Experience with manual testing; automation testing experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with structured change-control environments (ITIL or equivalent) is an advantage.
• Understanding of data integrity, version control, and quality standards as used in manufacturing and engineering environments.
• Strong understanding of QA methodologies, testing practices, and defect management processes.
• Experience testing applications used in manufacturing, engineering, and/or shipbuilding operations (Oracle, PLM, CAD/CAM interfaces).
• Ability to interpret technical documentation such as engineering workflows, system requirements, process diagrams, and data specifications.
• Familiarity with industrial processes such as engineering, production planning, work order management, BOM structuring, supply chain operations, and inventory control.
• Working knowledge of SQL for validating test data, queries, and back-end system outputs.
• Experience with DevOps as a test management and defect tracking tool.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, IT, and software vendors.
• Excellent communication skills for documenting findings, test results, and QA summaries.
• Knowledge of test automation tools is an asset, though not always required
Why you'll love working here
• This is a full-time, permanent position. With multiple operations and long-term projects, Seaspan employees enjoy job stability as we look ahead to build ships for decades to come.
• In addition to an annual bonus and pension plan matching, this role provides you a very competitive salary in line with the successful candidate's experience.
• We also provide a best-in-class health and wellness benefits package for this position, including such things as full health care (e.g. unlimited physiotherapy), dental, vision, life insurance, medical leave coverage, parental leave coverage, wellness/fitness reimbursement for memberships or registration fees, and an Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
• Parking is included and to assist those that are using transit, we operate a complimentary shuttle bus Monday through Friday with various pick up and drop off points around North Vancouver.
The estimated salary for this position is $84,600 - $103,400. In determining final salary, Seaspan considers many factors including the successful Candidate's skillset and experience as well as position location and internal equity. The final base salary offer will be at the Company's sole discretion and presented as part of a competitive total compensation package.
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Seaspan Shipyards is one of North America's most modern shipyards and unique in its ability to provide a complete range of services including new construction, conversion, refit, repair and life-cycle maintenance work for Canada's Coast Guard and Navy as well as commercial vessels including cruise-ships and deep-sea vessels. Seaspan Shipyards operations include Vancouver Shipyards, Vancouver Drydock and Victoria Shipyards.
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This position may involve defense articles and/or technical data regulated by the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and the U.S. Arms Export Control Act. In compliance with ITAR, the successful candidate will be subject to a security clearance through the Canadian Controlled Goods Program as regulated by the Controlled Goods Regulations and Defense Production Act. The successful candidate will be required to maintain their security clearance throughout their employment in this position.
Seaspan is committed to Employment Equity, supports diversity in the workplace, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including, women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, and persons with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at for confidential support. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment.
