Lead Verification & Validation Engineer

Advanced Technology | Defence Systems

Salary: Up to £57,000 (DOE) Working pattern: typically 2–3 days on site Security: British citizen or dual UK national (clearance required)

The Opportunity

We’re partnering with a leading UK defence technology organisation working at the cutting edge of advanced weapon systems. They’re looking for a Lead Verification & Validation Engineer to play a key role in assuring the performance, safety and compliance of a complex, high-profile system.

This is a great opportunity for an engineer who enjoys ownership, coordination and influence, rather than deep hands-on design. You’ll sit at the centre of a multidisciplinary engineering team, helping to ensure that what’s been built meets requirements, standards and real-world expectations.

What You’ll Be Doing

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Leading verification and validation activities across physical and environmental aspects of a complex system

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Coordinating internal teams and external suppliers to deliver certification and compliance evidence

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Assessing design changes and their impact on performance, safety and compliance

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Managing verification plans, tracking issues, and supporting resolution through collaboration

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Supporting key engineering reviews and milestones

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Contributing to regulatory, certification and customer-facing documentation

This role is about assurance, coordination and technical leadership, rather than detailed design work.

What We’re Looking For

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Background in systems, hardware, or engineering assurance roles

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Understanding of verification, validation, or certification processes

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Experience working with requirements, test evidence or compliance activities

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Confident communicator who can engage engineers, suppliers and stakeholders

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Comfortable working across disciplines (systems, mechanical, electrical, software)

If you’ve worked in regulated or safety-critical environments (defence, aerospace, automotive, rail, energy, etc.), that’s a strong plus.

What’s On Offer

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Bonus up to £2,500 (performance-based)

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Pension contributions up to 14%

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Paid overtime opportunities

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Up to 15 additional flexi-leave days

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Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

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Enhanced parental and family leave

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Excellent on-site facilities and subsidised meals

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Healthcare cash plan covering everyday wellbeing costs