Test Engineer

Evodia Limited; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 66,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site four days a week

Defence sector project

Job summary

Evodia Limited is seeking an experienced Test Engineer for a DV-cleared role in a defence-focused environment. You will develop and execute verification, validation, and interoperability tests for complex infrastructure and security systems, including IAM, PKI and FIAM.

This on-site position requires collaboration with architects, engineers and security specialists to ensure compliant, demonstrable system readiness.

Qualifications

• Experience in test planning, script development, execution and reporting in complex infrastructure.
• Experience validating security and identity solutions (IAM, PKI, FIAM).
• Understanding of interoperability and end-to-end service validation in secure or regulated settings.
• Knowledge of Identity and Access Management principles and digital certificates.

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and execute test scripts for system verification, validation and acceptance focusing on infrastructure, security, IAM, and PKI components.
• Support creation and delivery of V&V plans and testing scenarios—functional, non-functional, integration and regression tests.
• Conduct interoperability testing across systems, partners, and coalition environments—federation, policy enforcement, auditability and traceability.
• Perform testing of FIAM, PKI, and trust services ensuring compliance and security standards.
• Produce detailed test documentation, manage defects, and provide reports for audit and assurance activities.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers and security specialists supporting environment setup, validation and demonstration activities.

Skills

Test planning

Script development

Test execution

Reporting

DV clearance

NATO environments

Agile

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

Are you an experienced Test Engineer with a background in complex infrastructure and systems integration, particularly within defence, security, or NATO environments? If so, we have an exciting opportunity with our client in Corsham, Wiltshire, that could be perfect for you. This contract role is looking for a DV cleared Test Engineer to support the OpNET FMN Spiral 6 Data Centric Interoperability (DCI) Pilot. Working on-site four days a week, you'll be pivotal in developing and executing verification, validation, and interoperability testing activities for critical defence systems. This is a fantastic chance to apply your skills in a secure environment, supporting mission‑critical projects until March 2028.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and execute test scripts for system verification, validation, and acceptance, specifically focusing on infrastructure, security, IAM, and PKI components.
• Support the creation and delivery of comprehensive V&V plans and testing scenarios—covering functional, non-functional, integration, and regression tests.
• Conduct interoperability testing across systems, partners, and coalition environments—covering federation, policy enforcement, auditability, and traceability.
• Perform testing of Federated Identity and Access Management (FIAM), Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), and trust services ensuring compliance and security standards are met.
• Produce detailed test documentation, manage defects, and provide clear reports to support audit and assurance activities.
• Collaborate closely with architects, engineers, and security specialists, supporting environment setup, validation, and demonstration activities.
• Support continuous improvement of testing methods and tools, delivering consistent quality aligned with programme deadlines.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Proven experience in test planning, script development, execution, and reporting within complex infrastructure environments.
• Hands‑on experience supporting validation and acceptance testing for security and identity solutions, including IAM, PKI, and FIAM.
• Solid understanding of systems integration, interoperability, and end‑to‑end service validation in secure or regulated settings.
• Knowledge of Identity and Access Management principles, digital certificates, and trust mechanisms.
• Familiar with tools such as JIRA, Confluence, and working within Agile or structured delivery regimes (SAFe or Waterfall).
• Current DV clearance, or SC clearance with eligibility for DV clearance.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills.
• Experience working within military or NATO environments is highly desirable.

What's Offered?

Competitive day rate of up to £600 (inside IR35), supporting a critical programme over an initial period until 31 March 2028. The role offers a dynamic work environment where your expertise in secure systems testing will directly impact mission success.

If you hold the necessary clearance and experience, and you're looking for a role that challenges your skills in a secure, collaborative setting, we’d love to hear from you. join a team committed to delivering excellence in defence systems.