Systems Verification & Validation Engineer

NegotiableBristol, England Permanent Our client, a leading organisation in the defence and security sector, is seeking a Launch Management System Lead Engineer to support the development, integration, verification and certification of advanced weapon system equipment. This permanent role offers the opportunity to work across systems, software and hardware disciplines, contributing to products used across land, naval, airborne and emerging capability domains.Key Responsibilities:Define verification strategies and develop clear test procedures against systems and software requirementsSupport requirements capture, systems integration, fault finding and the resolution of technical queriesUse IBM DOORS, IBM Rhapsody and similar requirements management tools to manage requirements, verification scenarios, test procedures and evidenceCarry out systems V&V activities within laboratory environments using software, test equipment and electronic equipment under testLog, track and support the resolution of defects identified during V&V activities and customer reviewsManage assigned work packages, monitoring schedule, cost, quality and technical performanceWork collaboratively with systems, mechanical, electrical and software engineering teams, as well as LMS architects and verification specialistsSupport product acceptance and certification by gathering evidence and validating technical publications against product requirements and behaviourJob Requirements:Experience with requirements and verification management tools, including IBM DOORS and IBM RhapsodyStrong understanding of systems engineering principles, processes and practicesKnowledge of systems integration, systems V&V and verification throughout the design lifecycleUnderstanding of requirements engineering at system, subsystem or component levelAwareness of hardware design and build processesUnderstanding of test procedures, evidence collection and certification requirementsExperience in technical report writing and configuration managementConfidence presenting technical engineering information and supporting effective decision-makingRelevant engineering qualifications or professional certifications would be advantageousAbility to meet the security requirements applicable to work within the defence sector, including British citizenship or dual nationality with British citizenshipBenefits:Company performance-related bonus schemeEmployer and employee pension contribution optionsOpportunities for paid overtimeUp to 15 additional days through a flexible leave schemeFlexible working arrangements, with a hybrid approach and regular on-site attendance to support the workloadEnhanced maternity, adoption, shared parental, paternity and neonatal leave provisionsSupport for fertility testing and treatmentsExcellent site facilities, including subsidised meals and free car parkingProfessional development opportunities within a multinational defence engineering networkIf you are an experienced systems engineer with expertise in requirements management, systems V&V, Rhapsody and systems integration, this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to critical defence programmes. Apply now to develop your career as a Launch Management System Lead Engineer.