Embedded Software Verification and Validation Engineer

Mbda Systems; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organisation in the UK is seeking an Embedded Software Verification and Validation Engineer. In this role, you will develop and execute test plans for embedded software, ensuring high quality through structured test cases and analysis of results. This position offers a hybrid working model, with a competitive salary and various benefits including bonus and flexible leave options. Candidates should have strong experience in V&V activities and familiarity with standards like DO-178C.

Benefits

Company bonus up to £2,500

Pension contribution up to 14%

Opportunity for paid overtime

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced parental leave

Fantastic site facilities

Healthcare Cash Plan

Qualifications

• Strong experience of Verification and Validation (V&V) in embedded software.
• Good knowledge of the complete software engineering lifecycle.
• Experience with test automation methods.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute verification and validation test plans for embedded software.
• Record and analyse test data to produce actionable feedback.
• Engage in code reviews and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Verification and Validation activities in an embedded software environment

Turning requirements into structured test cases

Working in a lab environment on electromechanical products

Scripting abilities

Knowledge of safety-critical systems

Tools

DOORS

EWM

Rapita Suite

Rhapsody

LDRA

Job description

Embedded Software Verification and Validation Engineer

Location: Stevenage

Salary: Circa £64,000 depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working: typically, 4 days per week on-site, due to workload classification

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. 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.

Benefits

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
• 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
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more…
• Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more.

Opportunity

Spanning a diverse portfolio of work packages, you will be working with teams of enthusiastic, dedicated engineers to qualify components of some of the world's most sophisticated defence systems!

The role requires taking requirements, developing them into robust test cases, preparing and executing tests, capturing data, and delivering actionable feedback to project teams. You will have to draw upon your strong practical problem‑solving skills, data acquisition expertise, and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute verification and validation test plans for embedded software.
• Turn requirements into structured test cases and procedures.
• Operate in a lab environment on an electromechanical product running embedded software.
• Record and analyse test data to produce actionable feedback.
• Engage in focused code reviews and support continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Strong experience of Verification and Validation (V&V) activities in an embedded software environment.
• Experience of turning requirements into structured test cases and procedures.
• Experience working in a lab environment on an electromechanical product running embedded software.
• Good working knowledge of the complete software engineering lifecycle.
• Script‑ing abilities.
• Safety‑critical systems experience (desirable).
• Knowledge of standards such as DefStan 00‑55, DO‑178C & DO‑330.
• Embedded software development experience using Ada and/or C/C++.
• Knowledge of Real‑Time Operating Systems.
• Model‑Driven Design experience.
• Knowledge of test automation methods.
• Familiarity with DOORS, EWM, Rapita Suite, Rhapsody, LDRA.
• Breakpoint analysis experience.
• Experience with focused code reviews.

Our Company

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. 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.