Software Engineer Test

Morson Edge; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence contractor in the UK is seeking a Software Engineer - Test to support software test activities for critical defense projects. The role demands expertise in testing high integrity software and a solid understanding of the software development lifecycle. Candidates must possess strong communication skills and be capable of obtaining a UK MOD Security Clearance. The position is located in Winfrith, near Dorchester, with a duration of 6 months on an Outside IR35 basis.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the defence or safety-critical field.
• Experience in testing high integrity software.
• Capacity to communicate with experts and non-experts.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Software Test activities within the development lifecycle.
• Manage and plan robust Software test solutions.
• Communicate effectively in project settings.

Skills

Support or lead software test activities

Knowledge of Software Testing in SDLC

Understanding of Open Systems Architectures

Planning and delivering Software test solutions

Testing high integrity software to standards IEC61508

Excellent communication skills

Technical report writing

Job description

Software Engineer - Test

Winfrith, near Dorchester (4 days on site per week) 6 month duration Outside IR35

We are looking for a Software Test Engineer to work for our defence client in Winfrith, near Dorchester. This can operate on an Outside IR35 basis and the main purpose is: delivery of Software Test activities (including planning, management, and testing) within the software development lifecycle.

Knowledge and experience

• Proven ability to support or lead software test activities within defence or other safety critical field
• Knowledge and understanding of Software Testing within Software development lifecycle
• Understanding of Open Systems Architectures and Principles
• Experience of Software Engineering Lifecycle processes and tools
• Ability to efficiently plan, manage and deliver robust Software test solutions including Manual and Regression Testing
• Experience in the testing of high integrity software to recognised standards IEC61508, or equivalent
• Preferably have an understanding of military systems, in particular maritime systems
• Excellent communication skills, including delivery of presentations
• Good written skills including technical report writing, ability to communicate with both experts and non-experts

Ideally the candidate will have a background in software testing in one or more of the following domain areas:

• Maritime Combat Systems, integration of equipment and software
• Command and Control Systems
• Hardware and software network design, implementation and management
• Acoustics / Sonar
• RF communications
• Autonomy, AI, Machine learning
• Data management
• Software Safety (DEF STAN 00-56 & IEC 61508 or equivalent)

Additional Information

Please note, due to the sensitive nature of the projects involved, all candidates must be capable of gaining a UK MOD Security Clearance to SC level.