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BAE Systems

Software Test Engineer

Rochester
£53 – £88/hr
Posted about 13 hours ago
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Job Title: Software Engineer (Test Systems)

Client: BAE Systems

Job Type: Contract

Location: Rochester
Work Schedule: 4 days per week on-site

Hourly Rate: £53.90 to £87.83 Umbrella inside IR35

Duration: 12 months

Key Responsibilities

  • Working in a team environment with the development of Test Equipment solutions that support the complex and demanding requirements of the diverse variety of Products developed at the Rochester site
  • Systems Requirements and Validation
  • Software Architectures
  • Software Requirement Generation/Derivation
  • Software Top level and detailed Design
  • Software Integration
  • Software Verification/Validation
  • Software task maturity tracking

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Skills & Qualification

  • Expertise with TestStand and LabView
  • Experience of working in an engineering environment
  • Experience of Test Equipment design
  • An understanding of the cyber security controls as set out in NIST SP 800-171 and how they affect application development

If you would like to be considered for this role please don't hesitate to click apply or call Sam Pierre-Louis on 0161 383 8022 for more information.

About BAE:

BAE Systems is a leading global defence, aerospace, and security company. They’re experts in delivering advanced solutions for air, land, and naval forces, as well as commercial aerospace and cyber security. Known for its commitment to innovation and excellence, BAE Systems offers exciting career opportunities for those looking to make a significant impact in cutting-edge technology and defence sectors.

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Skills

TestStand
LabView
Test Equipment Design
Cyber Security Controls
NIST SP 800-171
Software Architecture
Software Integration
Software Verification
Software Validation
Systems Requirements

Location

Rochester, England, United Kingdom

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