Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land, sea, and air. From early warning, to threat neutralisation, our platforms cover all levels from very short-range systems, to extended protection across the entire battle-space including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems and Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar.
whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions.
The primary purpose of this position is to define and implement Integration, Verification, Validation and Qualification (IVVQ) strategy, management and tasks for large design and development projects across Thales OME. This could entail being the IVVQM on a single project, across a number of small projects or across a product portfolio.
You will be accountable to the OME Head of Engineering Delivery and/or the Engineering Manager on the project/program being supported. Liaising with project/bid requirements lead/team and the customer to ensure IVVQ is an integral part of the planning process at the start of the lifecycle
Proposing the IVVQ scenarios and manage their implementation
Performing or organising testing on the manufacturer’s site or at the customer’s premises or at an External Test Facility.
Analysis of results and producing technical reports
Reviewing of internally and externally generated Technical Artefacts (Requirements Specifications, ICDs, Design Documentation and Architecture Documents) from an IVVQ perspective
Operationally leading the IVVQ Engineering Team and ensuring delivery of all IVVQ work products to time, cost, and quality.
The successful candidate will have a strong background in engineering with experience in successfully defining and leading the IVVQ of multi-disciplinary engineering projects. creating a competitive advantage by managing risk, identifying opportunities and fostering continuous improvement
This role will work closely with the Programme Manager, Engineering Manager and the Project Design Authority (PDA) for the specific projects. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance.
In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years’ residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks.
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