Job Description:

Role: Principal Systems Engineer (IVV)

Location: Reading, Onsite

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: Competitive + Allowance + Bonus

Industry: Defence, Cyber

Overview

Our client is looking for an experienced Systems Engineer to lead integration, verification, and validation (IV&V) across complex, multi-discipline defence projects. You'll work from concept to delivery, ensuring robust, compliant systems through hands-on leadership and technical oversight.

Responsibilities of a Principal Systems Engineer:

• Own IV&V strategy, plans, and execution across projects
• Develop test rigs/fixtures and lead test campaigns (in-house & external)
• Drive quality and assurance from requirements through to acceptance
• Support qualification, safety, and security for test environments
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous process improvement
• Represent IV&V at reviews, audits, and customer events

What You’ll Need:

• Strong systems engineering background (hardware/software/firmware)
• Extensive V&V and test equipment experience
• Degree in Engineering, Physics, Maths, or related experience
• Familiarity with ISO 15288, 29119, or similar standards

Desirable:

• INCOSE ASEP/CSEP
• Experience with automated testing, scripting (Python, Bash, etc.)
• EMC, TEMPEST, or environmental testing exposure

Please note that candidates must meet relevant SC/DV clearance requirements.