Embedded Software V&V Engineer

Location: Bristol (fully onsite)

Duration: 6 month initial contract

Rate: £70ph UMB (Inside IR35)

Role details:
Our client, a prominent entity in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking an Embedded Software V&V Engineer to join their team in Bristol on a contract basis. This role is essential in ensuring the next generation of missile systems meets the highest standards of performance and reliability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Verification and validation of real-time systems application software for missile systems
• Developing robust test cases from requirements
• Preparing and executing tests, capturing data, and providing actionable feedback
• Utilising strong problem-solving skills and data acquisition expertise
• Supporting the project teams with test results and validation insights

Job Requirements:

Essential:

• Strong experience in V&V activities within an embedded software environment
• Excellent problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
• Good communication and documentation skills
• Skilled in turning requirements into structured test cases and procedures
• Experience working in a lab setting with electromechanical products running embedded software
• Comprehensive understanding of the software engineering lifecycle
• Scripting abilities
• Proficiency in embedded software development using C/C++

Advantageous:

• Knowledge of Real-Time Operating Systems and test automation methods
• Familiarity with DOORS, Engineering Workflow Management (EWM), Rapita Suite, Rhapsody, and LDRA
• Experience with safety-critical systems and standards such as DefStan 00-55, DO-178C & DO-330
• Comfortable with Model Driven Design, Breakpoint Analysis, and Focused Code Reviews

If you possess strong V&V skills and have experience within an embedded software environment, we encourage you to apply now to join our client's team in Bristol and contribute to the advancement of missile systems technology.