Test Manager / Verification and Validation Manager
Core
Senior technical authority establishing and leading verification, validation, and testing (V&V) approaches for complex Defence capabilities, ensuring system requirements are supported by objective evidence and delivered solutions meet acceptance criteria.
Role type
Senior IC Test Manager / Verification and Validation Manager
Builds
Mission-critical software, hardware, and integrated systems for Defence and national security customers
Domain
Defence, National Security, Intelligence, Systems Engineering
Deliverable
Production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
V&V strategy development, test lifecycle management, requirements traceability, multidisciplinary testing leadership, risk-based testing, stakeholder influence, technical mentorship, complex system evaluation
Preferred skills
Defence/national security domain experience, formal qualification/certification programs, Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), test automation, performance/resilience/security testing, Jira/Confluence/HP ALM proficiency, ISTQB/Systems Engineering certifications
Technologies
Jira, Confluence, HP ALM, MBSE frameworks
Responsibilities
Lead V&V strategy and governance; Provide technical leadership across system, software, hardware, and integration testing; Drive test readiness and assurance activities; Partner with customers and suppliers to coordinate complex testing; Lead, mentor, and develop technical personnel; Evaluate complex test outcomes and provide evidence-based recommendations
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
