Job Advert – Aero Gas Turbine V&V Engineer (Derby) Job Title: Aero Gas Turbine V&V Engineer Location: Derby, UK (On-site only) Contract: 12-month contract, Outside IR35 Hours: 40 hours per week (option to condense into a 4-day week) Rate: £45 per hour Security Clearance: Must hold, or be eligible for, SC clearance The Role We’re looking for an experienced Aero Gas Turbine V&V Engineer to join a leading engineering organisation in Derby on a 12-month contract basis (outside IR35). You’ll be responsible for planning and executing verification and validation (V&V) activities for aero gas turbine engines and associated electrical units, ensuring they meet design, performance and airworthiness requirements. Key Responsibilities * Perform verification and validation (V&V) activities for aero gas turbine engines. * Develop and execute test plans, procedures and reports in line with design specifications and regulatory requirements. * Conduct system-level and component-level testing, including functional, performance and environmental tests. * Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to identify, investigate and resolve issues during the V&V process. * Ensure all V&V activities comply with industry standards, regulations and best practices. * Prepare and maintain V&V documentation, including test plans, test cases and test reports. * Support the certification process for electrical units, ensuring compliance with relevant airworthiness standards. * Participate in design reviews, technical meetings and project planning activities. * Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers and other team members. Requirements * Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related discipline. * 5 years’ experience in verification and validation of aero gas turbine engines. * Strong knowledge of gas turbine engine systems and components. * Experience with electrical unit airworthiness certification processes and standards. * Proficiency with V&V tools, methods and software. * Excellent problem-solving, analytical and troubleshooting skills. * Strong communication and teamwork abilities. * Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic engineering environment. * Must hold or be eligible for SC clearance. What’s on Offer * Outside IR35 contract. * £45 per hour. * 12-month initial contract with potential for extension. * Option to work 40 hours over 4 days for a condensed working week. * Opportunity to work on aero gas turbine programmes within a highly skilled team