If you’re an experienced engineer who enjoys digging into complex systems and proving that things genuinely work the way they should, this could be a brilliant next step. You’d be joining a highly respected engineering environment working on one of the UK’s most advanced defence technology programmes. It’s a role where your judgement, analytical thinking and systems knowledge really matter, and where you’ll be trusted to make technical calls that influence real-world capability.Alongside genuinely interesting engineering work, the role also comes with a strong benefits package and long-term stability.What’s on offerCompany bonus of up to £2,500 based on performancePension contribution up to 14% combined employer and employeeOpportunity for paid overtimeFlexi leave with up to 15 additional daysFlexible and hybrid working arrangementsEnhanced parental leave with up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leaveAdditional enhancements for paternity, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatmentsHealthcare Cash Plan covering everyday healthcare costs such as dental, optical and wellbeingExcellent on-site facilities including subsidised meals and free parkingAbout the roleThis position sits within a cutting-edge Laser Directed Energy Weapon development programme and focuses on verification and validation of the physical product at system level.The role centres on ensuring that the physical system meets requirements and certification standards through a mix of analysis, evidence-based justification and targeted testing where required.You’ll be responsible for coordinating verification activities across subsystem teams and suppliers, reviewing technical evidence, and building robust certification arguments that demonstrate compliance with system requirements.A key part of the role involves determining when analysis and engineering evidence can justify compliance, rather than relying solely on physical testing. This requires strong technical judgement and confidence to challenge assumptions where needed.Typical responsibilities include:Managing Design Verification Plans and verification requirementsProducing physical design compliance statements for system reviewsAssessing the impact of design changes on verification and certification activitiesReviewing subsystem documentation and datasheets to support compliance argumentsIdentifying evidence gaps and defining verification activities to address themLogging and tracking defects found during V&V activities and working with development teams to resolve themLeading technical progress meetings and milestone reviews with suppliersSupporting engineering lifecycle activities including design reviews such as PDR, DDR and CDRCoordinating work packages across internal teams and external partnersManaging schedule, cost, quality and performance metrics for assigned activitiesSupporting regulatory documentation such as CE marking and technical publicationsYou’ll work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams including systems, mechanical, electrical and software specialists to ensure the overall product remains aligned with system requirements and programme commitments.What you’ll needWe’re looking for a senior engineer with strong experience in verification, certification or system validation of complex hardware products.You’ll ideally have:Experience applying systems engineering principles and practicesStrong understanding of verification and validation activitiesExperience developing or managing Design Verification Plans (DVP) or similar documentationKnowledge of requirements engineering at system, subsystem or component levelExperience with hardware system design, build or integrationFamiliarity with test procedures and gathering evidence for product certificationConfidence presenting technical information and influencing engineering decisionsExperience writing technical reports and working with configuration management toolsSecurity clearanceDue to the nature of the work, applicants must be a British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship and will need to undergo BPSS security checks following offer.What you’ll getThis is a chance to play a key role in a highly advanced defence programme where verification and certification are critical to success. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers, influence system-level decisions and contribute to technology that genuinely pushes engineering boundaries, all while benefiting from a strong package, flexible working and long-term programme stabilityIf you’d like to have an informal chat before applying, I’d be happy to arrange one.For more information, please contact Jamie at The ONE Group’s Engineering & Manufacturing Division byPhone: 01733 234000Mobile: 07399773939Email: jcasey@theonegroup.co.ukRecruitment as it should be.