Verification & Validation Capability Lead

baesystems; Warton; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

BAE Systems in Warton, on-site, seeks a Verification & Validation Capability Lead to drive requirement derivation, ICDs, SoWs and modelling for the V&V Test Facility for Typhoon Level 2.

You will manage suppliers, lead the ECRS Mk2 Test Facility fixed price proposal, support stakeholder workshops and reviews, and oversee LCM design reviews while building strong cross-functional relationships.

Qualifications

• Degree/HND or equivalent in a STEM discipline.
• Senior Systems Engineering across the full lifecycle (LCM).
• Experience of DOORs.
• Management/Leadership experience.
• Experience of Avionic Test Facilities / Electronic Warfare familiarity desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage Suppliers, internal and external, in development and costing of solutions.
• Lead the development of the ECRS Mk2 Test Facility Fixed Price Proposal.
• Support workshops with internal and external stakeholders (Customer and Industry).
• Support requirement reviews with internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead LCM Design/Phase Reviews for the V&V Test Facility.
• Collaborate with Typhoon Radar and Avionic teams within the Business.
• Manage team delivery against a baselined Schedule.
• Lead cross-functional discussions.

Skills

STEM degree

Senior Systems Eng

DOORS

Leadership

EW exposure

Education

Degree/HND in STEM

Job description

Job Title: Verification & Validation Capability Lead

Location: Warton - On site

We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role

Grade: F

You’re expected to have completed 12 months in role prior to applying for an advertised vacancy and you should also discuss the internal opportunity with your line manager to ensure sustained business continuity and to further support your career development.

We know there may be exceptional individual circumstances that impact this, in the first instance please discuss this with your line manager.

If you don’t feel you can talk to your line manager, you can contact your HRBP.

PLEASE NOTE: Should you be invited for interview; you acknowledge that the Recruitment team will contact you and your line manager regarding your application for this opportunity.

Job Description:

As a Verification & Validation Capability Lead, you will be managing and leading requirement derivation, Interface Control Documents (ICDs) generation, Statement of Work (SoW) generation and modelling of the different Capabilities / Services for the V&V Test Facility for placing onto Suppliers (Typhoon Level 2 standard).

Core duties:

• Managing Suppliers, both internal and external, in the development and costing of Solutions
• Leading the development of the ECRS Mk2 Test Facility Fixed Price Proposal
• Supporting workshops with both internal and external (Customer and Industry) Stakeholders
• Supporting requirement reviews with both internal and external (Customer and Industry) Stakeholders
• Leading Engineering Lifecycle Management (LCM) Design / Phase Reviews for the V&V Test Facility
• Collaborating and developing working relationships with the Typhoon Radar and Avionic areas within the Business
• Managing team delivery against a baselined Schedule
• Leading cross-functional discussions

Essential Skills:

• Degree/HND or equivalent experience in a STEM related discipline
• Senior Systems Engineering experience working across the full engineering lifecycle (LCM)
• Experience of DOORs
• Management/Leadership experience
• Experience of Avionic Test Facilities/familiar with Electronic Warfare (EW) - desirable

The ECRS Mk2 Support Solution Team:

Working in the ECRS Mk2 Support Solution Team / Electronic Warfare Solutions (EWS) is a challenging and rewarding experience that involves working with internal and external Customers and Suppliers within Early Stages of the Engineering Lifecycle.

The ECRS Mk2 Radar Ground Support Solution team are on contract to develop the System Definition for the Future Support Solution for the Royal Air Force (RAF). This includes the generation of a Fixed Price Proposal for a Verification and Validation (V&V) ECRS Mk2 Test Facility.

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive:

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified people, who are BAE Systems employees and have been in their current role for 12 months or longer.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date:

13th October 2026