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Lead System Engineer
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Lead Systems Test Engineer
£70,000 - £80,000 + 12.5% bonus
South Wales – Hybrid 2-3 days a week on-site
We are partnering with a global defence and technology leader to recruit a Systems Test Manager for a high-profile communications systems programme based in South Wales. This is a key role within a fast-growing organisation that is experiencing significant success and long-term demand across its portfolio.
In this position, you will be an experienced and accomplished Systems Test Manager with strong experience in Systems Integration.
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This is a transformation and change role, looking for someone who has modernised test within automation and AI.
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Key Skills
- Experience in Defence or working on safety-critical systems
- Background in change management, updating test procedures within automation and AI
- Strong systems test and integration background working on complex programmes
- Experience managing teams and projects, including mentorship and coaching
Responsibilities
- Test Strategy and Planning – developing and maintaining comprehensive test plans and strategies
- Test Execution and oversight – supervising the execution of test plans, evaluation test results, identifying issues, and ensuring adherence to testing methodologies
- Team leadership and management – building, motivating and coaching test team
- Process Improvement and Quality Assurance: Monitor and optimise testing processes, define and track relevant metrics, and ensure alignment of testing goals with business objectives.
- Leading transformation and change activities
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