Systems Integration, Verification & Validation Engineer

JAM Recruitment; Coventry; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in Defence solutions is hiring a Systems Integration, Verification & Validation Engineer in Coventry. This role involves integrating and validating complex defence systems to ensure their reliability, with responsibilities spanning planning IV&V strategies, testing, and documentation. Ideal candidates will possess a relevant degree, experience in multi-domain systems, and familiarity with tools like IBM DOORS and JIRA.

Benefits

Industry-leading benefits including pension

Flexible working options

Ongoing training and career development

Qualifications

• Experience in integration, verification, and validation of complex systems.
• Familiarity with requirements management and testing tools.
• Eligible for UK security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and execute IV&V strategies across the system lifecycle.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to diagnose issues and verify fixes.
• Produce detailed documentation including test reports and compliance evidence.

Skills

Integration

Verification

Validation

Systems Engineering

Education

Degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace, Electrical, Software Engineering, or a related field

Tools

IBM DOORS

JIRA

TestRail

Job description

I've partnered with a global leader in Defence solutions that have opened a new site in Coventry. As a Systems Integration, Verification & Validation Engineer (IV&V), you will play a pivotal role in integrating and validating complex defence systems that protect national security and support critical missions. You'll ensure that every component, subsystem, and end-to-end solution functions exactly as intended every time.

Your Responsibilities:

• Plan, develop, and execute comprehensive IV&V strategies across the full system life-cycle.
• Support the integration of hardware, software, and communications systems within a controlled test environment.
• Develop and perform system-level test cases, procedures, and formal test campaigns.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to diagnose issues and verify fixes.
• Ensure traceability of requirements to test coverage and validation results.
• Participate in design reviews, readiness assessments, and customer acceptance tests.
• Produce detailed documentation, including test reports, traceability matrices, and compliance evidence aligned with defence standards.

What You'll Need:

• Degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace, Electrical, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in integration, verification, and validation of complex, multi-domain systems (ideally within the defence or aerospace sector).
• Familiarity with requirements management and test tools (e.g., IBM DOORS, JIRA, TestRail).
• Strong understanding of systems engineering frameworks (e.g., ISO 15288, ARP4754, or MIL-STD-882).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-integrity, and security-conscious environment.
• Eligible for UK security clearance (SC/Security Check).

What They Offer:

• A salary of £55,000 to £65,000.
• Industry-leading benefits, including pension and flexible working options.
• A collaborative culture built around innovation, integrity, and excellence.
• Opportunities to work on cutting-edge defence programs with national and global impact.
• Ongoing training and career development tailored to your aspirations.

Take the next step in your career and help ensure the reliability of systems that defend and protect.