Product Line Integratioin Verification & Validation Lead Engineer

BAE Systems•Nashua, NH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

ECS Systems Test Solution Section is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Product Line IV&V Lead Engineer to direct and mentor a team of Integration, Verification & Validation (IV&V) and Integration & Test (I&T) leads. This critical leadership role will be responsible for the successful execution of IV&V activities across an entire product line, ensuring the highest levels of quality, reliability, and safety. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background in systems testing, demonstrated leadership abilities, and a commitment to fostering collaboration across multiple engineering disciplines. This position will be responsible for the planning, execution, and reporting of IV&V activities throughout the product lifecycle, providing an independent assessment to guarantee products meet stringent requirements and are safe for intended use.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as Engineering, Mathematics or Computer Science
Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in systems testing, verification, and validation.
Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a leadership or mentoring role, ideally within an IV&V environment.
Experience with the development and testing of Electronic Warfare systems
Strong understanding of testing methodologies, techniques, and tools.
Experience developing and executing comprehensive test strategies and plans.
Familiarity with requirements management and testability concepts.
Knowledge of formal qualification testing processes (KPPs, MOEs, MOPs).
Experience with government contracting and compliance requirements is a plus.
Experience leading development of Electronic Warfare, RADAR, Communications, and/or Missile systems Experience with EW and/or Radar and Missile System
Proven ability to lead, mentor, and motivate a team of engineers.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Possess an Active US Government SECRET clearance or higher

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s or Master’s of Science degree in electrical engineering or computer science/engineering
Experience leading integration and verification of Electronic Warfare, RADAR, Communications, and/or Missile systems Experience with EW and/or Radar and Missile Systems
Experience with rapid, iterative, and agile development processes & tools
General knowledge of MBSE methodologies to facilitate adoption within agile development environment

Responsibilities

Provide functional leadership and guidance to IV&V and I&T Leads within a designated product line.
Oversee all IV&V activities for the assigned product line, ensuring adherence to established processes, standards, and best practices.
Define and champion a comprehensive Program Test Strategy and implementation plan, encompassing all aspects of testing including modeling and simulation.
Help develop and maintain a common playbook for comprehensive integration and test solutions, covering process, methods, tools, and best practices, to standardize IV&V across the ECS portfolio.
Actively participate in Systems Requirements definition, ensuring requirements are testable and verifiable.
Develop Formal Qualification Test Plans and Procedures (Key Performance Parameters - KPPs, Measures of Effectiveness - MOEs, Measures of Performance - MOPs).
Develop system-level test plans, procedures, and define specific tests to validate system functionality.
Specify requirements for necessary test toolsets, collaborating with the Test Evaluation and Installation Group for effective test execution.
Collaborate and communicate IV&V status, reports, problem resolutions with internal management and external customers.
Facilitate a smooth transition of integration and test activities with Operations (OPS), working closely with the Test Development Group.
Manage test assets, lab, and facility use strategy in coordination with the Test Evaluation and Installation Group.
Coordinate test site security and visitation procedures for government test sites.
Ensure all lab testing is conducted properly, in accordance with contract requirements and established plans.
Manage Government Equipment (1149s) and Property Move Order database as applicable.
Ensure adherence to all BAE Systems procedures and policies.
Enforce critical doctrines such as safety, security, and calibration procedures.
Assure the team adheres to the Safety Assessment Report and mitigates identified risks.
Review lower-level subsystem validation activities to ensure consistency and completeness.
Lead System Verification Testing and environmental testing activities.
Generate and present product line IV&V metrics, providing insights into test coverage, defect rates, and overall product quality.
Assist in staffing IV&V and I&T Leads for the product line.