IV&V Systems Engineer

Position: IV&V Systems Engineer

Location: Portsmouth/Hybrid

Salary: £40,000 - £65,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Contract: 37.5 hours per week

Overview: A leading marine mission systems is seeking a skilled Integration, Verification and Validation Systems Engineer to join their UK Integration & Test team. The successful candidate will be part of a collaborative team dedicated to technical excellence and innovation in maritime technology.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the technical evaluation of customer requirements

• Contribute to the creation of systems specs and technical documentation

• Create and manage project plans, including test plans, cost estimation and task planning.

• Develop test specifications and plans for integration and system testing.

• Participate in development reviews such as peer and technical assessments.

• Conduct system and software verification and validation tests, including customer acceptance tests (FAT, HAT, SAT).

• Assist systems and software engineers with debugging and root cause analysis of issues.

• Perform configuration repair and testing of returned customer equipment when necessary.

Required Experience:

• Experience in planning and executing test and integration activities

• Proficiency in building, configuring, and diagnosing issues in PC-based systems and networks.

• Familiarity with tools such as DOORS, SVN, MS Office, Visio, and JIRA.

• Experience working in an agile development environment, particularly SCRUM methodology.

Desirable Skills:

• Understanding of software and system development principles and best practices.

• Knowledge of publish-subscribe middleware architectures, e.g., DDS.

• Experience configuring and testing network infrastructure (switching, routing, encryption, VLANs, VMs).

• Ability to create test and deployment utilities using high-level languages/scripting, e.g., Python.

• Familiarity with testing marine electronics systems, including radar, electronic chart systems, navigation aids, and steering controls.

• Knowledge of naval systems integration standards and practices.

• ISTQB Foundation Level certification.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

• Willingness to learn and stay current with new technologies.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Company pension scheme.

• 33 days of annual leave (including public and bank holidays).

• Opportunities for professional growth and technical training.

• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work options.

• Nine-day fortnight working option (subject to 37.5 hours weekly average).

• Salary sacrifice benefits, including dental care, health care, cycle to work scheme, and technology discounts.

• Option to buy or sell up to 5 days of holiday.

Application Process: To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter.

Security Clearance: The successful candidate will need to obtain Security Clearance (SC) for this role.