IVVQ Systems Engineer

• Salary: £40,000 - £65,000 (DOE) + Benefits
• Contract: 37.5 hours per week | Flexible & Hybrid Options Available
• Industry: Maritime Systems, IVVQ, Systems Engineering, Defence Technology

Are you an experienced Systems Engineer with a background in Integration, Verification & Validation (IVVQ)? Join a leading marine mission systems company and play a key role in developing cutting-edge maritime technology. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative and innovative environment while contributing to mission-critical defence and marine systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Technical Evaluation: Assist in analyzing and validating customer requirements.
• Systems Documentation: Contribute to the creation of system specs and technical documentation.
• Project Management: Develop project plans, test plans, cost estimates, and task schedules.
• Integration & Testing: Create test specifications, conduct system tests, and participate in peer reviews.
• Verification & Validation: Execute software and system IVVQ processes, including customer acceptance tests (FAT, HAT, SAT).
• Debugging & Root Cause Analysis: Work closely with systems and software engineers to resolve issues.
• Configuration & Maintenance: Support system repair, configuration, and customer equipment testing.

Required Experience:

• Proven IVVQ experience, including test planning and execution.
• Strong knowledge of PC-based systems, networks, and troubleshooting.
• Experience using DOORS, SVN, JIRA, MS Office, and Visio.
• Familiarity with Agile development (SCRUM methodology).

Desirable Skills:

• Understanding of system development principles & best practices.
• Experience with publish-subscribe middleware architectures (e.g., DDS).
• Hands-on experience configuring and testing network infrastructure (switching, routing, VLANs, encryption, VMs).
• Ability to develop test automation utilities in Python.
• Knowledge of marine electronics systems (radar, navigation, steering controls).
• Understanding of naval systems integration standards.
• ISTQB Foundation Level certification (preferred).

Why Join?

• Work on state-of-the-art maritime and defence technologies.
• Career growth & professional development opportunities.
• Flexible & hybrid working options
• Competitive salary & benefits package.
• Technical training & upskilling opportunities.
• Salary sacrifice perks (healthcare, cycle-to-work scheme, tech discounts).
• 33 days of annual leave (including public & bank holidays).

Application Process:

Apply now with your CV and cover letter to be considered for this exciting opportunity!

Security Clearance:

The successful candidate must be eligible for SC clearance due to the nature of the role.