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Software Quality Assurance Engineer, Luton
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Client:
Leonardo
Location:
Luton, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Reference:
07ee7d6de988
Job Views:
4
Posted:
29.06.2025
Expiry Date:
13.08.2025
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Job Description:
Job Description:
As a Software Quality Assurance Engineer, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the quality, integrity, and reliability of our software products. Your independent assurance work will support the delivery of safe, secure, and high-performance systems used in critical global environments.
Your Impact
* Provide independent software assurance during design, development, testing, and release.
* Develop and maintain Software Quality Assurance Plans that align with project and contractual needs.
* Estimate and manage Software Quality Assurance resources across multiple projects.
* Evaluate and engage with suppliers/subcontractors to verify quality capability.
* Conduct audits and process assessments to ensure regulatory and internal compliance.
* Participate in software lifecycle reviews (e.g., design reviews, code inspections, release approvals).
* Perform conformity reviews and software configuration audits.
* Approve deliverable software prior to release.
What you’ll bring:
* Hands-on experience in software quality assurance or a similar function.
* A degree or equivalent professional experience in Engineering, Software, Quality, or related complex/regulated industries.
* Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex information into actionable insights.
* Familiarity with quality standards (e.g., AS9100, ISO9001) and continuous improvement frameworks.
* Exposure to airborne or safety-critical software standards (e.g., RTCA/DO-178C, AS9115, AQAP-2210) is a plus.
* Experience with tools such as DOORS, Dimensions, or other requirements/configuration management platforms.
* Previous background in software development or quality assurance is beneficial but not required.
Security Clearance
This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: .
At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.
* Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.
* Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
* Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).
* Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
* Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
* Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.
* Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
* Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.
For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.
Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.
At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.
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Created on 29/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom
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