Principal Systems Verification & Validation Engineer

UK CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: UK-Security Check (SC)

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Define Possible at Northrop Grumman UK. At Northrop Grumman UK, our mission is to solve the most complex challenges by shaping the technology and solutions of tomorrow. We call it Defining Possible. This mind-set goes beyond our customer solutions; it’s the foundation for your career development and the impact we have within the community.

Opportunity: This is more than just a job; it’s a mission.

Salary: £47,400- £67,000

The V&V Principal Engineer will support the planning, conduct and reporting of V&V work packages and activities in order to prove our hardware and software product compliance to their associated requirements. The V&V Principal Engineer will work within multi-disciplined project teams under direction of the project delivery management and V&V leadership to effectively and efficiently deliver the assigned V&V activities.

Responsibilities:

• Promote best practice for V&V engineering lifecycle activities in accordance with Corporate and Industry standards.
• Conduct V&V activities in compliance with approved management plans, using approved methods, competent personnel, effective delivery systems and processes.
• Lead/Supervise V&V engineers output as required for scoped work package delivery.
• Plan, conduct and report task activities to the level of Quality expected by the V&V and Project management.
• Implement Project security measures related to V&V activities.
• Reporting to NG Management and Project teams.
• Apply IVVTQA principles and best practice across the SE lifecycle, from requirements, design, integration and the V&V stages, supporting the acceptance process.

Benefits:

We can offer you a range of flexible and hybrid working options to suit you, including optional compressed working schedule with every other Friday off. Our benefits include private health care, career development opportunities and performance bonuses.

We are looking for:

• Degree/HND/HNC or equivalent experience in IVVTQA/ITEA for Systems Engineering/Software Engineering or Control Systems Engineering.
• Supervision, coaching and guidance of junior engineers.
• Competent in the use of DOORS or similar requirements management and test tools.
• Significant (=>5 years) Experience of planning and conduct of IVVTQA activities within a Systems Engineering lifecycle.
• Natural problem solver, through RCA, develop solutions to a variety of problems, plan/implement remediation actions to resolution.
• Previous IVVTQA experience in accordance with Military/Defence/Industry Standards.

Security clearance: You must be able to gain and maintain the relevant UK Government security clearance in line with the job role (SC).

Why join us?

• Be part of our global team of 100,000 colleagues – The possibilities for your future career are only limited by your drive.
• A mission to believe in – Every day we contribute to building a more secure and connected world.
• A place to belong and thrive – Every voice matters at our table meaning you can bring your authentic self to work.
• Your career, your way - Shape your career journey with diverse roles, mentorship, and development opportunities.

Your Future Team: Implementing V&V will bring you into contact with numerous stakeholders and we champion the ability to ensure our products meet the Customers expectation through delivery of an evidence based approach.

Ready to apply? Yes – Submit your application online. Your application will be reviewed by our team and we will be in touch.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and encourages individuals from all backgrounds and all abilities to apply and consider becoming a part of our diverse and inclusive workforce.