Our client is seeking Embedded Software V&V Engineers for contracts, based in either Bristol or Stevenage. The team creates complex, highly reliable real-time software that powers missile systems and their components, ensuring that they provide the performance and functionality users require when they need it. Involved all the way through development – from concept studies through trials firings and the move into production and service. Responsibilities: You will be responsible for the verification and validation activities on real-time systems application software for the next generation of Missile 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. Skills required: Essential Strong experience of V&V activities in an embedded software environment. Strong problem-solving skills Ability to work independently or as part of a team. Good communication skills Good documentation skills Ability to turn requirements into structured test cases and procedures. Experience of working in a lab environment on an electro mechanical product running embedded software. Good working knowledge of the complete software engineering lifecycle. Scripting abilities Embedded software development experience using Ada and/or C/C++. Advantageous: Safety critical systems Knowledge of standards such as DefStan 00-55, DO-178C & DO-330 Knowledge of Real Time Operating Systems Model Driven Design Knowledge of test automation methods Knowledge of DOORS, Engineering Workflow Management (EWM), Rapita Suite, Rhapsody, LDRA Breakpoint Analysis Experience of Focused Code Reviews