Software Test Engineer – Defence
Posted Today by Avanti Recruitment
£50 Per hour
Outside
Undetermined
Stockport, Greater Manchester
Summary: The Software Test Engineer role focuses on supporting safety-critical defence projects involving electrical and embedded systems. The position entails ensuring software solutions comply with stringent industry standards for reliability, safety, and security. Candidates will engage in both manual and automated testing, alongside developing test documentation. A background in safety-critical sectors is essential for this role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Development and review of test scripts and test cases
- Manual and automated software testing
- Fault finding and problem investigation
- Producing and maintaining testing documentation
Key Skills:
- Degree in a relevant Engineering discipline
- Experience in software testing environments
- Background in safety-critical sectors such as defence, aerospace, or similar
- Must be eligible for Security Clearance
Salary (Rate): £50/hour
City: Stockport
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Software Test Engineer – Defence
We are seeking Software Test Engineers to support safety-critical defence projects within electrical and embedded systems. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring software solutions meet strict industry standards for reliability, safety, and security.
Responsibilities
- Development and review of test scripts and test cases
- Manual and automated software testing
- Fault finding and problem investigation
- Producing and maintaining testing documentation
Requirements
- Degree in a relevant Engineering discipline
- Experience in software testing environments
- Background in safety-critical sectors such as defence, aerospace, or similar
- Must be eligible for Security Clearance
Contract
6 Month Contract
Outside IR35
If you have experience testing software in safety-critical environments and are looking for an outside IR35 defence contract, please apply.