Mission Data Test and Evaluation Engineer

QinetiQ Group plc; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Matched pension

Generous holiday

Private Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Employee discount portal

Armed Forces Covenant support

Volunteering opportunities

Job summary

QinetiQ Group plc is seeking a Mission Data Test & Evaluation Engineer to drive verification and validation across the Mission Data lifecycle, coordinating with SMEs, engineers and international stakeholders to assess performance against requirements.

You will develop test strategies, evaluate results and ensure governance, quality assurance and configuration management are applied, with travel between the UK and Belgium as needed.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Science or EW discipline.
• Minimum 5 years' relevant Mission Data test and evaluation experience.
• Experience with Mission Data tools and governance? (Governance, QA and config mgmt.)
• Strong stakeholder engagement across multidisciplinary and international teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute Mission Data verification, validation and acceptance activities across the Mission Data lifecycle.
• Develop test strategies, methodologies, test cases and assessment criteria to evaluate Mission Data performance against operational requirements.
• Assess the quality, integrity and effectiveness of Mission Data products and identify opportunities for optimisation and improvement.
• Collaborate with EMI SMEs, Operational Analysts, RF Test Engineers, Mission Data Specialists and software developers to deliver Mission Data assurance activities.
• Support the integration, verification and acceptance of Mission Data toolsets, databases and processing workflows.
• Work with Belgium MOD, UK MOD, NATO and industry partners to support Mission Data governance, standards and capability development.

Skills

Mission Data test & evaluation

Electronic Warfare

Stakeholder engagement

Test planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Degree or equivalent in Engineering/Science or EW

Job description

As a Mission Data Test & Evaluation Engineer, you will play a key role in supporting the establishment of the Belgian Joint Electromagnetic Warfare Support Centre (JEWSC), helping to deliver sovereign Mission Data capabilities for the Belgium MOD. You will support the validation, assurance and continuous improvement of Mission Data products, processes and toolsets, ensuring they meet operational requirements and remain effective against current and emerging threats. Day-to-day, you'll plan, execute and analyse Mission Data test activities, working closely with subject matter experts, engineers, analysts and international stakeholders to assess Mission Data performance, support capability development and establish robust Test & Evaluation practices across the Mission Data lifecycle. Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and executing Mission Data verification, validation and acceptance activities across the Mission Data lifecycle
• Developing test strategies, methodologies, test cases and assessment criteria to evaluate Mission Data performance against operational requirements
• Assessing the quality, integrity and effectiveness of Mission Data products and identifying opportunities for optimisation and improvement
• Collaborating with EMI SMEs, Operational Analysts, RF Test Engineers, Mission Data Specialists and software developers to deliver Mission Data assurance activities
• Supporting the integration, verification and acceptance of Mission Data toolsets, databases and processing workflows
• Working with Belgium MOD, UK MOD, NATO and industry partners to support Mission Data governance, standards and capability development
  Demonstrable experience in the development, test and evaluation of Mission Data products, processes and toolsets
• Knowledge of Electronic Warfare systems, Electromagnetic Intelligence and threat characterisation principles
• Experience planning and conducting Mission Data validation, verification and acceptance activities
• Experience analysing test results and performance data to identify deficiencies, operational risks and areas for improvement
• Understanding of Mission Data governance, quality assurance and configuration management principles
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary and international teams

Essential qualifications of the Mission Data Test & Evaluation Engineer:

• Degree, HND or equivalent qualification in a relevant Engineering, Science, Electronic Warfare or technical discipline, or equivalent demonstrable experience
• Minimum of 5 years' relevant technical experience in Mission Data test and evaluation activities

We value difference and we don't have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you. This role is primarily based out of our Belgium office. Regular collaboration with customer, industry and partner organisations across Belgium and the UK will be required. Travel between UK and Belgium customer sites will be required. Candidates should be willing to relocate to Belgium or undertake a regular weekly commute.

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Our Recruitment Process: At QinetiQ we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible and welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We believe that a diverse mix of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences drives innovation and leads to better outcomes for our people, customers and communities. We encourage applications from all candidates and are a disability confident committed employer.

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Why Join QinetiQ?

As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there's never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges. As a QinetiQ employee, you'll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds, disciplines and experiences enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork, and pulling together, you'll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives, blend disciplines, and link technologies; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued and realise your full potential. Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture. www.qinetiq.com/en/careers/life-at-qinetiq

• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
• Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
• Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more
• We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
• Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community