Systems Integration, Verification & Validation Engineer

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

Job summary

A global leader in Defence solutions is seeking a Systems Integration, Verification & Validation Engineer in Coventry. In this role, you will integrate and validate complex defence systems, ensuring they function as intended. You will collaborate with engineering teams, develop test strategies, and produce documentation aligned with defence standards. The position offers a competitive salary and industry-leading benefits, along with opportunities for career development in a collaborative culture focused on innovation and excellence.

Benefits

Pension

Flexible working options

Ongoing training and career development

Qualifications

• Experience in integration, verification, and validation of complex systems.
• Familiarity with requirements management and test tools.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute IV&V strategies across the full system life-cycle.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to diagnose issues and verify fixes.
• Produce detailed documentation aligned with defence standards.

Skills

Integration

Verification

Validation

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Systems Engineering

Degree in Aerospace Engineering

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Degree in Software Engineering

Tools

IBM DOORS

JIRA

TestRail

Job description

Job Description

I've partnered with a global leader in Defence solutions that has 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 security and support critical missions. You'll ensure that every component, subsystem, and end-to-end solution functions exactly as intended.

Responsibilities:

1. Plan, develop, and execute comprehensive IV&V strategies across the full system life-cycle.
2. Support the integration of hardware, software, and communications systems within a controlled test environment.
3. Develop and perform system-level test cases, procedures, and formal test campaigns.
4. Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to diagnose issues and verify fixes.
5. Ensure traceability of requirements to test coverage and validation results.
6. Participate in design reviews, readiness assessments, and customer acceptance tests.
7. 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 a 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.