Rolls-Royce
EC&I System V&V Engineer - Submarines
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Job Description
Job Title: EC&I System V&V Engineer
Working Pattern: Full Time - Days
Working Location: Derby (5 Days Onsite)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Systems Engineer to join our growing EC&I Verification & Validation (V&V) team.
The EC&I V&V team is responsible for delivering verification of the next-generation Rolls-Royce nuclear reactor control system. This includes the verification of individual control units, subsystem and system-level integration, and alignment with the wider submarine platform.
You will play an integral role in ensuring the high-integrity reactor control system performs to specification and delivers sustainable performance in support of the Royal Navy for decades to come.
Why Join Rolls-Royce?
At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.
By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture.
What You Will Be Doing
You will be responsible for delivering critical V&V processes, tools and test artefacts to verify the system, including:
- Generating V&V processes and tools for testing and analysis of test evidence.
- Taking ownership of the verification of one or more EC&I products.
- Reviewing requirements and allocating appropriate verification methods.
- Developing algorithm emulators, test procedures and test scripts.
- Designing, specifying, deploying, operating and maintaining bespoke test rigs and sensor simulators.
- Conducting testing of EC&I equipment and compiling verification evidence and reports.
- Working closely with commissioning teams to support the deployment of equipment onto boats.
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Who We’re Looking For
At Rolls-Royce we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form the behaviours that guide us and are an essential component of our assessment process. They are the fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.
- Degree qualified in Electronic, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control, Software Engineering, Physics or a related discipline. Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Extensive Verification & Validation experience, including Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing.
- Strong technical understanding of high-integrity electrical and electronic systems.
- Good knowledge of the product design lifecycle, including requirements definition, design, verification and validation, safety and final acceptance.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, with experience analysing and interpreting test data.
- Experience with Python, VBA or MATLAB/Simulink would be advantageous.
Regional Benefits
- Generous Annual Leave
- Group Income Protection provides an income in the event that you are unable to work due to illness or injury
- Group Life Assurance provides for a lump sum benefit if you die whilst employed by Rolls-Royce
- Digital GP provides a convenient way for you to access GP consultations
- Employee Assistance (EAP) and Live Well programmes
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To work for the Rolls-Royce Submarines, an individual has to hold a Security Check clearance. Rolls-Royce will support the application for Security Clearance if you do not currently already have this in place. Due to the nature of work the business conducts and the protection of certain assets we can only progress applications from individuals who are a UK national or, in MoD approved cases, a dual national.
Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too.
Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.
Closing Date: 12/10/2026
As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided.
Job Category
Software Systems
Posting Date
29 Sept 2026; 00:09
Posting End Date
12 Oct 2026
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