Verification and 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

The V&V 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 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. Our UK Defence business is a Sovereign software and systems centre of excellence. As well as developing and supporting UK wide and internationally deployed multi‑domain command and control systems, our work is critical to the modern backbone of the Royal Navy. We pioneer – with fierce curiosity, dedication, and innovation, we seek to solve the world’s most challenging problems.

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, including:
• Project requirements V&V input
• Design Estimate compilation
• Compilation, issue and review of management plans, processes and metrics
• Project Design & Risk reviews
• IADT activities
• Reporting task progress to timescale and quality requirements
• Fault/Issue investigation, review and reporting
• Implementation of 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. For a comprehensive list of benefits, speak to our recruitment team.

Qualifications

• 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). Our requirement team is on hand to answer any questions and we will guide you through the process: talentenquiries@uk.ngc.com.

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 that fuel your curiosity, channel your expertise and nurture your passion.
• Looking for flexibility? Balance your professional career with your personal life, health and wellbeing benefits, discount schemes, pension benefits and investment in your future development.

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. We are a growing team of V&V engineers, our Account based structure promotes collaboration with the other engineering practices, learning from each other and opportunities within NGUK.

Ready to apply? Yes – Submit your application online. Your application will be reviewed by our team and we will be in touch. Possibly, I’d like to find out more about this role – Reach out to our team for more information and support: talentenquiries@uk.ngc.com. No, I don’t think this role is right for me – Our extensive UK growth means we have exciting, new opportunities opening all the time. Speak to our team to discuss your career goals.

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.