Quality Assurance Specialist

In the mid-1980s, WinAir’s founders, Bert and Helen Vergeer, recognized the inefficiencies in aviation maintenance, which relied heavily on paper-based processes. Their vision led to the development of AV-BASE, one of the first digital aviation record-keeping and inventory management systems. Today, WinAir is a fully browser-based solution, used in more than 30 countries. As it celebrates over 35 years in operation, WinAir remains the longest-standing aviation management software provider, continuously innovating to support clients worldwide. With a legacy built on reliability, adaptability, and industry expertise, WinAir continues to shape the future of aviation maintenance management.

Vision Statement

To be the global standard in aviation software—powering safe, efficient, and connected operations through innovation, dependability, and passion.

Mission Statement

We deliver intuitive, reliable aviation software that empowers operators and maintenance teams to work smarter. By combining deep industry knowledge with cutting-edge technology, we streamline operations, ensure compliance, and help our clients keep aircraft flying safely and efficiently.

Our Values

1. Curiosity – A drive to explore, learn, and innovate by asking questions and seeking better solutions.

2. Collaboration – Working together openly and respectfully to achieve shared goals and create stronger outcomes.

3. Dependability – Being reliable, consistent, and accountable in delivering on promises and responsibilities.

4. Efficiency – Maximizing productivity and resources by working smart, staying organized, and reducing waste.

5. Passion – Bringing energy, enthusiasm, and dedication to everything we do, inspiring others through commitment.

Environment & Physical

• Candidate must reside in Ontario, Canada

• Work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities

• Be able to work remotely and on-site upon request

• Be able to sit for prolonged periods

Why Work for Us?

We offer a competitive compensation package based on experience and a proven track record of success relative to the deliverables of the role. Benefits offered at WinAir include extended healthcare, dental, EAP, RRSP matching program, etc.

We are also proud to offer a flexible work schedule, including "Summer Friday hours" maximizing good work-life balance, different social committee events, and quarterly Town Hall meetings to foster teamwork and a strong, long-lasting work relationship.

Reporting to the Quality Assurance Manager, the Quality Assurance Specialist is responsible for performing tests on applications to isolate and solve issues. The QA Specialist will work closely with QA team members and the Production Team to identify solutions to technical problems, ensuring the product meets established standards of quality, including reliability, usability, and performance. The role will also assist with other duties as assigned to support continuous improvement and quality assurance efforts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute manual and automated test scenarios using technologies including, but not limited to, Selenium and Junit, Playwright, Typescript, Node.js and Python.

• Implement and maintain automated test scripts to enhance testing efficiency, remove flakiness and ensure tests remain robust and reliable.

• Assist in developing QA standards, test strategies, and best practices.

• Identify, document, and track defects using bug tracking systems such as Jira.

• Contribute to documentation maintenance in Confluence.

• Create and maintain tests within Xray.

• Focus and prioritize testing based on areas of concern and development roadmaps.

• Ensure automated tests integrate smoothly into CI/CD pipelines in Jenkins.

• Collaborate with developers to resolve issues and propose appropriate solutions.

• Maintain a stable test environment using sample field data.

Education & Experience

• Minimum of College Diploma in software testing, computer engineering, or related discipline.

• Previous experience in software testing, quality assurance and automation.

• Experience diagnosing, reporting, and tracking quality issues

Skills & Aptitude

• Good understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and QA fundamentals.

• Familiarity with QA tools and techniques, bug tracking systems, and test design/execution.

• Experience with automated testing tools and related software (e.g., Java, Eclipse, JUnit, Selenium, Playwright, Typescript, Node.js, Python, Cursor).

• Proficiency with tools used to manage workflow efficiently (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Xray).

• Good working knowledge of database technologies such as MS SQL server and experience writing SQL queries.

• Self-starter and able to organize workload effectively and manage competing priorities.

• Strong communication skills, attention to detail and analytical thinking.

To ensure your application is properly received please apply by visiting https://winair.ca/careers/ and select “apply now” on the appropriate position. In addition to being able to attach a resume you will be provided an opportunity to leave a “message to the hiring team”. Please leave a message so that we know you read the entire job posting. The message can be as simple as “I’ve read the whole job posting”.

Thank you in advance for your interest. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. If you require any accommodation at any point of recruitment process, please let us know.