Integration & Systems Validation Engineer

Our client, a leader in the defence and security sector, is currently seeking an Integration & Systems Validation Engineer to join their Integration and Systems Validation (ISV) team within the Weapon System Simulation and Experimentation (WSSE) department. This is a permanent role situated in a dynamic and growing area focusing on driving innovation and excellence in systems integration and testing for digital simulation and experimentation products.

Key Responsibilities:

Reporting to the ISV in WSSE Team Lead, you will be responsible for:

Test/Proving Planning

• Understanding customer needs/requirements from a proving perspective
• Understanding design/architecture including input to test bed needs
• Test planning, design, and specification

Test/Proving Conduct

• Regular progressive assurance testing during software development
• Supporting technical investigations into defects and emergent behaviours
• Supporting external software integration with other engineering partners and customers
• Data analysis of logs
• Conducting formal qualification

Test/Proving Reporting

• Regular reporting to project lead and stakeholders on software functionality
• Writing test/analysis reports for certification
• Support to software delivery/release process including certification

Job Requirements:

• Understanding of systems proving and knowledge of how to test and certify complex systems throughout the development lifecycle
• Experience in functional and/or software testing, and verification and validation (V&V) knowledge
• Proficiency in tools like GitLab, Jenkins, Python scripting, IBM ALM ETM/Doors, PLM, JIRA, Excel, and basic Macros
• Ability to understand different levels of the system and the different stakeholder's perspectives
• Dynamic and proactive approach with strong self-management skills
• Experience in monitoring the achievement of milestones and targets, identifying risks, and producing contingency plans

Benefits:

• Company bonus: Up to 2,500 (based on company performance)
• Pension: Maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: Up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
• Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and more
• Healthcare Cash Plan: Claim cashback on everyday healthcare expenses

If you are an experienced Integration & Systems Validation Engineer seeking a new opportunity to advance your career in the defence and security sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's innovative and collaborative team.