Embedded Software - V&V Engineer

Location: Bristol OR Stevenage (fully onsite)

Duration: 6 month initial contract

Rate 70ph UMB (Inside IR35)

Role deetails:
Our client, a prominent organisation within the Defence & Security sector, is seeking Embedded Software V&V (Verification & Validation) Engineers to join their teams in Bristol and Stevenage. This is an exceptional contract opportunity to work on the forefront of technology and contribute significantly to the UK's defence capabilities.

• Undertake verification and validation activities on real-time system application software for the next generation of Missile Systems.
• Develop requirements into robust test cases, prepare and execute tests, capture data, and deliver actionable feedback to project teams.
• Utilise strong practical problem-solving skills and data acquisition expertise.
• Adapt to various tasks and responsibilities within the lab environment on electromechanical products running embedded software.

• Strong experience in V&V activities within an embedded software environment.
• Proficiency in Embedded C/C++ development.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and documentation skills.
• Experience turning requirements into structured test cases and procedures.
• Familiarity with the complete software engineering lifecycle.
• Security Clearance (SC) required to start.

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