Verification & validation engineer (adelaide)

Verification Validation Engineer SA, Mawson Lakes Test Engineering

Lockheed Martin Australia is a leader in national security, creating a more secure future for Australia across space, air, land, sea and cyber domains. We believe that when people are empowered, inspired and supported, they can achieve extraordinary things. We embrace flexibility, champion inclusion and continuous learning, and thrive on collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Help shape and mature a modern, digitally enabled VV environment supporting complex engineering projects and Integrated Product Teams across our Integrated Air and Missile Defence, Maritime and Aeronautics portfolios.
• Deliver incremental system verification for major Defence programs, ensuring quality, compliance and confidence in engineering outcomes.
• Plan, coordinate and execute system‐level test activities that underpin capability assurance.
• Own key VV artefacts including the VV Plan, Verification Cross Reference Matrix (VCRM), and Acceptance Test Plans and Procedures.
• Design and document the VV digital thread, ensuring end‐to‐end traceability from requirements to test evidence.
• Plan, manage and execute system‐level verification activities across the engineering lifecycle.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with engineering teams and external stakeholders.
• Develop a deep understanding of system capabilities, architecture and requirements to inform effective verification strategies.

Qualifications

• A degree in Engineering or equivalent relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience in systems engineering, integration and VV on complex systems.
• Knowledge of one or more Defence domains: Command Control, Command Support or Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR).
• Working knowledge of MBSE practices and tools (e.g., DOORS, Rhapsody, ETM).
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum engineering environment.
• An Australian NV‐1 security clearance and ability to access/handle Export Controlled technology, data and information.

Special Requirements

Applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence Security Clearance. Employment may be contingent on the provision of further personal information, including citizenship, to ensure compliance with international export control legislation and regulations.

Veteran‐friendly Workplace

Veterans are encouraged to apply. Lockheed Martin Australia is a Veteran Friendly Employer recognised by the Australian Government.

What we offer you

• Projects you won't experience anywhere else.
• A range of benefits built to suit you at any stage of life.
• Flexible work – Hybrid work options.
• Access to online discounts program offering immediate discounts or cashback.
• A variety of leave options including Purchase Leave to support you and your family.
• Additional benefits such as Annual Flu Vaccinations, Novated Leasing and Fitness Programs.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lockheed Martin Australia supports Equal Employment Opportunity and values diversity in the workplace by creating a place of employment that is free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, fair, ethical, inclusive and values the contribution of all its employees. We welcome applications from all people, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as part of our efforts to increase participation of Indigenous Australians.