Verification Lead

SciTec, Inc. is a small business focused on advanced sensor data processing technologies and scientific instrumentation for National Security and Defense. The company exclusively works on U.S. government contracts, requiring U.S. citizenship for all employees. SciTec is seeking a Verification Lead to oversee the verification and validation (V&V) strategy for data processing and ground infrastructure systems, ensuring accuracy and reliability in mission data handling.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive V&V plan for ground software, hardware, and data processing systems.
• Define V&V requirements and acceptance criteria, ensuring traceable coverage of system requirements.
• Manage and prioritize V&V activities to support program schedules and mission readiness.
• Lead and mentor a team of verification engineers, providing technical guidance throughout the test lifecycle.
• Oversee the design, development, and execution of test procedures, including automated and manual test cases.
• Manage the verification process for mission-critical software and hardware.
• Architect and maintain the verification infrastructure and test environments using modern technologies and automation tools.
• Integrate test automation into the CI/CD pipeline for efficient validation of mission data processing software.
• Develop and maintain key V&V documentation, including test plans and reports.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements for mission-critical systems.
• Report on verification activities and communicate outcomes, risks, and performance metrics to stakeholders.
• Lead anomaly investigation teams to analyze failures and ensure timely resolution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and integration.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in aerospace engineering, systems engineering, software engineering, computer science, or a related technical discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in software or systems verification and validation in aerospace, defense, or a regulated industry.
• 5+ years of experience in a leadership role managing teams and complex technical programs.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security clearance; active clearance preferred.

Skills:

• Attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Technical leadership
• Problem-solving
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams