Job Description
Job Description
Salary : Job Description
The Junior IV&V Engineer supports independent verification and validation activities forPatriot missile system softwareat the Patriot Software Test Facility on Redstone Arsenal. Employed under theIndependent Verification & Validation (IV&V) teamwithin the S3I Directorate, this role assists in evaluating software requirements, implementation, and testing to ensure compliance with system specifications, quality standards, and program objectives.
The position provides hands-on exposure to formal qualification testing, independent analysis, and participation in major program activities supporting mission-critical defense systems.
Key Responsibilities
- SupportIndependent Verification & Validation (IV&V)activities for Patriot software programs.
- Review and analyzeFormal Qualification Test (FQT)data to assess software performance, correctness, and compliance with requirements.
- Produceindependent test and assessment reportsdocumenting findings, discrepancies, risks, and recommendations.
- Verify, test, and evaluatesoftware requirements, source code, and test casesthroughout the software lifecycle.
- Conduct functional testing ofGraphical User Interfaces (GUI),Hardware Status Monitor, andInitializationcomponents.
- Support requirement traceability between system requirements, software design, implementation, and test results.
- Attend and supportmajor program reviews, technical interchange meetings, and milestone eventsrelated to Patriot software.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams while maintaining IV&V independence and objectivity.
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.0-1 Years of ExperienceUnderstanding of thesoftware development life cycle (SDLC).Basic knowledge of software testing, verification, and validation principles.Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.Ability to clearly document technical findings and communicate results.Preferred Qualifications
Exposure todefense, aerospace, or safety-critical systems.Familiarity withFormal Qualification Testing (FQT)or structured test environments.Experience with requirements verification, test execution, or software analysis.Familiarity with configuration management and defect tracking tools.Experience working in a government or DoD program environment.Skills & Competencies
Objective and independent technical judgmentStrong written and verbal communicationAbility to work in structured, process-driven environmentsWillingness to learn complex systems and technologiesProfessional integrity and attention to quality