Senior V&V Group Lead – Rail Systems

ALSTOM Gruppe; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Alstom in Pittsburgh is seeking a Group Manager V&V to lead verification and validation for mission-critical rail systems. You will drive scalable strategies, mentor teams, and ensure safety and reliability across large projects.

The role requires 8+ years in V&V or quality, leadership experience, and deep knowledge of safety-critical standards. Join a global mobility leader delivering cutting-edge technology.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in verification, validation, or quality management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Expertise in V&V processes, safety-critical systems, and rail industry standards.
• Strong understanding of system engineering, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
• Proven leadership, communication, and team development skills, with a focus on mentoring and driving results.

Responsibilities

• Drive scalable V&V strategies for large rail projects, ensuring robust system performance.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration between engineering, operations, and quality teams to achieve seamless integration.
• Establish and maintain rigorous reliability standards, proactively identifying and mitigating risks.
• Champion innovation by implementing new testing methodologies and digital tools.
• Promote knowledge sharing and continuous improvement within the V&V team and across departments.

Skills

Leadership

V&V expertise

Cross-functional collaboration

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering/CS

Tools

Safety-critical systems

Rail industry standards

System engineering

Job description

Alstom in Pittsburgh is seeking a Group Manager V&V to lead verification and validation for mission-critical rail systems. You will drive scalable strategies, mentor teams, and ensure safety and reliability across large projects.

The role requires 8+ years in V&V or quality, leadership experience, and deep knowledge of safety-critical standards. Join a global mobility leader delivering cutting-edge technology.