Avionics Systems Verification & Validation Engineer

ALTEN LTD - UK; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle & Tech Scheme

Employee assistance programme

Life insurance & Pension Scheme

Social atmosphere & team events

Flexible working (role dependent)

Job summary

ALTEN is seeking an Avionics Systems Verification & Validation Engineer in Derby. You will lead requirements definition, modeling, testing and compliance demonstrations at component, system and aircraft levels within a certification-driven environment.

The role involves cross-functional collaboration to deliver safety-critical aviation projects. The candidate should have 10+ years on Part 23/27 programs, strong SAE ARP/DO knowledge, and hands-on verification experience using ALM tools and solid

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Software Engineering or related field (or military equivalent).
• 10+ years of Part 23/27 aircraft or rotorcraft program experience.
• Strong knowledge of SAE ARP4754A, ARP4761, FAA DO-178C DO-160G.
• Experience with ARP4754A-based verification and traceability audits.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and validate aircraft/system/component requirements with traceability.
• Apply SAE ARP4754A/ARP4761 to safety assessments and certification planning.
• Write, execute, maintain verification plans, test procedures, and reports.
• Coordinate lab, integration and system tests across components and airframe

Skills

SAE ARP4754A

ARP4761

FAA DO-178C

DO-160G

DO-331

Part 23/27 certification

Requirement-based testing

ALM tools (Polarion)

JIRA

Confluence

Solid modeling (Onshape/SolidWorks/CAT

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Software Engineering

Relevant technical military background

Tools

Polarion

JIRA

Confluence

Onshape

SolidWorks

CATIA

Job description

ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation.

Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today.

Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!

ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation.

Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today.

Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!

Job Description

Join ALTEN as an Avionics Systems Verification & Validation Engineer and play a pivotal role in the development, certification, and verification of electric aviation platforms. You’ll work at the intersection of systems engineering, safety, certification, and V&V verification, contributing to groundbreaking projects that are shaping the future of aviation.

This role offers hands‑on involvement in requirements definition, modeling, testing, and compliance demonstration at the Component, System, and Aircraft levels. If you thrive in a certification-driven environment and enjoy collaborating with cross‑functional teams, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.

Location: Derby
On‑site: Remote
Seniority: 10+ Years of Experience
Roles Available: 1

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and validate aircraft, system and component-level requirements, ensuring bidirectional traceability and alignment with regulatory and certification needs.
• Apply SAE ARP4754A and ARP4761 processes to support safety assessments (FHA, FTA, FMEA) and certification planning under Part 23/27/33.
• Author, execute, and maintain verification plans, procedures, and test reports, coordinating lab, integration, and system-level tests for systems like vibrations, airframe, fuselage, interiors, environmental control systems, and electric engines.
• Perform system behavior modeling and support test automation and data analysis to ensure compliance with certification schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Software Engineering, or a related field, or relevant technical military background with equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of experience on Part 23 or 27 aircraft or rotorcraft programs.
• Strong working knowledge of:
  • SAE ARP4754A, ARP4761, FAA Order 8110.4C
  • RTCA DO-160G, DO-331, DO-178C
• Experience with ARP4754A-based verification and requirements-based testing and traceability audits.
• Proficiency with ALM and verification tools (Polarion, JIRA, Confluence).
• Experience with solid modeling tools (Onshape, SolidWorks, CATIA, or equivalent).
• Comfortable working in a cross‑functional, certification‑focused environment.

Desirable Skills

• Experience with Part 23 Amendment 64, ASTM F3338, Part 33 certification, or electric propulsion systems
• Familiarity with Polarion ALM, CATIA, ANSYS, Mil-HDBK-217 / Mil-HDBK-21
• Familiarity with reliability tools (PTC Windchill, Isograph, Relyence)
• Test and automation experience using Python or other test automation frameworks
• Background in aerospace verification & validation
• Prior experience in a certifying environment (Part 23, 25, 27, 29, or DO-based programs for EASA or FAA).

Additional Information

Why join us?

We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.

At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.

Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.

In short you get:

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle & Tech Scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes.

ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected. Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.