Principal IVVQ Systems Engineer - Maidenhead

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the defence sector is seeking a Systems Engineer to manage verification and validation activities. The role involves ensuring compliance with standards and improving systems engineering effectiveness. Ideal candidates will have a degree in relevant fields and experience in defence or safety-regulated environments, offering opportunities for growth and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Annual Bonus

Private Medical Cover

25 days' holiday plus options

Pension contributions

4x Life Assurance

Flexible working hours

Monthly Security Clearance Allowance

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in relevant fields such as Engineering.
• Knowledge of Systems Engineering and V&V.
• Experience with INCOSE/ISO 15288 standards.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for full lifecycle verification and validation activities.
• Create and maintain Systems V&V artefacts.
• Support environmental qualification activities.

Skills

Knowledge of Systems Engineering

Scripting (JavaScript, Python, Ruby, Perl, Bash)

Agile methodologies

Education

Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics

Job description

Job Description

The Systems Engineering function ensures that both project and statutory requirements are suitably met and works to improve the effectiveness of the systems engineering approach within the company. It is responsible for system requirements, architecture, design, and integration of solutions. The role also involves designing for cost and manufacturability.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for the full lifecycle verification and validation activities required to formally evidence complex solutions as part of a systems engineering approach.
2. Create and maintain Systems V&V artefacts such as strategies, plans, procedures, matrices, and reports to ensure desired outcomes.
3. Carry out Systems V&V activities in accordance with artefacts to ensure successful internal, qualification, and acceptance events.
4. Support environmental qualification activities, including coordination with in-house and external test houses.
5. Transfer knowledge to System Engineers to support environmental testing processes at internal and external events.
6. Support the design, development, and maintenance of supporting test equipment.
7. Ensure safety aspects are managed for V&V events and facilities.
8. Participate actively as a key stakeholder in design reviews.
9. Manage external V&V facilities/test houses, including organising EMC and TEMPEST qualification and developing test harnesses.
10. Maintain technical knowledge through training and contribute to process improvements.
11. Provide specialist knowledge and support to the wider engineering team.
12. Lead, mentor, and coach V&V engineers and non-technical resources, sharing knowledge constructively.
13. Manage information security in accordance with regulations.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Line management of a team of systems engineers (2-6) and discipline engineers (1-5), overseeing their development and tasking.
• Serve as Subject Matter Expert in specific areas such as product, technology, tooling, or practices.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or relevant defence industry experience.
• Knowledge of Systems Engineering and V&V of hardware, software, and firmware solutions.
• Experience with INCOSE/ISO 15288 standards for complex solutions.
• Desirable: Experience in Defence/Aerospace or safety-regulated environments.
• Scripting skills in JavaScript, Python, Ruby, Perl, Bash, Rest, MySQL.
• Familiarity with development approaches like Agile, SCRUM, TDD, BDD, ATDD, hybrid models.
• Ability to design special test equipment and contribute to safety and security of test environments.
• Knowledge of environmental facilities and their operation.
• Experience in cost estimation for bids and change processes.
• Active engagement with professional publications and organizations.

If you do not meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply.

Company Details:

Join a business addressing high classification levels in a growing sector. Recognized for challenging environments and awards, including the MoD Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (Gold Award). Features include a new site with onsite amenities, benefits, flexible working, training, and career progression.

Employee Benefits:

• Annual Bonus
• Private Medical Cover
• 25 days' holiday plus options
• Pension contributions
• 4x Life Assurance
• Flexible working hours
• Monthly Security Clearance Allowance (subject to security clearance)