Senior Control Systems Verification Engineer

We are AMS. We are a global total workforce solutions firm; we enable organisations to thrive in an age of constant change by building, re‑shaping, and optimising workforces. Our Contingent Workforce Solution (CWS) is one of our service offerings; we act as an extension of Rolls‑Royce’s recruitment team and provide professional interim and temporary resources. Rolls‑Royce is a respected engineering organisation operating in many sectors including energy, aerospace, marine and defence. Rolls‑Royce pioneers cutting‑edge technologies that deliver clean, safe & competitive solutions to meet our planet's vital power needs. We are looking for a Senior Control Systems Verification Engineer for a 12-month contract based in Derby or Solihull on a hybrid working arrangement.

Job Description - The Role

As a Senior Control Systems Verification Engineer, you will work closely with systems, software, hardware, and certification teams to define verification strategies, execute system-level testing, generate certification evidence, and support compliance with aerospace regulatory standards. You will also interface directly with hardware test rigs and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) platforms, ensuring robust verification of complex engine control systems.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and deliver verification strategies, plans, and testing activities for aerospace control systems, ensuring compliance with system requirements and certification standards.
• Execute verification testing using Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) platforms and test rigs, analysing results and conducting root cause investigations for any failures.
• Create and maintain verification evidence, documentation, requirements traceability, and coverage metrics to support certification and compliance activities.
• Collaborate with systems, software, hardware, and certification teams while developing Python-based test automation solutions and contributing to technical reviews and verification improvements.

What we require from the candidate

• Proven experience in control systems verification, validation, or systems working to ARP4754A standards and supporting EASA certification activities.
• Strong understanding of the verification lifecycle strategies and systems engineering principles.
• Experience working with hardware‑based testing environments, test rigs, or Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) systems.
• Proficiency in Python scripting for test development and automation.
• Experience within defence programmes and ITAR-controlled environments.
• Current SC Clearance or eligibility to obtain clearance.

Please note that due to recent changes in Off Payroll (IR35) legislation, our client only operates with contractors that operate via a PAYE or Umbrella model. We are unable to accept applications from candidates wishing to operate under their own Limited Company. AMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business.

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