Software Verification And Validation Team Lead

Stevenage
MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.
Salary: Circa £55,000 to £65,000 depending on experience
What we can offer you:

• Company bonus of up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension of maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Paid overtime
• Up to 15 additional days flexi leave
• Our enhanced parental leave offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments.
• Fantastic site facilities, including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more.....
• Excellent career progression and development opportunities
• We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role

Dynamic (hybrid) working: We trust our people to agree, within their teams, where and when they can be most effective. Our Dynamic Working policy allows individuals flexibility around the hours they work and where they work. Typically, for this role you will work 3 to 4 days on-site.
The opportunity! Software Verification and Validation Team Lead
Would you like to be part of a group of hardworking and specialist engineers helping to deliver some of the world's most sophisticated defence systems?
You'll be part of a team of engineers and technical experts who deliver specialist expertise across a range of our products. It's a great place to learn about the company's entire product range within a team that is embracing innovative technologies!
You will lead a team of V&V engineers to deliver of IVV (Independent Verification and Validation) activities on specific projects.
There are a number of key elements to this role:

• Team Leadership
• Ensure excellence is provided by delivering a range of independent verification activities
• Development and execution of formal tests by the IVV Team
• Ensuring evidence is produced which demonstrates that the Software Safety Requirements
• Evidence supporting the Software Safety Case is provided
• Providing evidence to show that the weapon systems are demonstrated as fit for purpose
• To further develop the capability of the team through continuous improvement, coaching and mentoring

In Software Engineering at MBDA you will find:

• Engineering is at heart of our business; there is opportunity to both develop your core leadership skills, and gain a wider appreciation of sophisticated software systems.
• Working alongside a multi-disciplined engineering team, you will be a key part of a supportive and growing software engineering team as your career expands with us.
• We are committed to upskilling people through both formal training and practical experience.

What we're looking for from you:

• You'll bring previous experience of leading teams
• Experience of planning and implementing verification activities on high integrity or mission critical software
• It would be beneficial for you to have experience of working with embedded systems and equipment
• A motivated engineer who values the benefits of coaching and mentoring
• Not critical but useful if you have experience and knowledge of software safety standards e.g. DO178C

Our Business:
We respect new perspectives and experiences, and we value our collaborative ways of working. We are committed to growing and supporting diversity in our workforce and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their potential. MBDA is proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more...
We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. We also welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements.
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Please Note: MBDA UK Limited requires all employees to achieve the required medical and national security clearance for their role. Further restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may also apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.
Due to the nature of our business, this particular vacancy requires the applicant as a minimum to be a British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship and capable of achieving the clearance levels mentioned above.
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