Verification & Validation Engineer

At Lockheed Martin Australia, we believe that when people are empowered, inspired, and supported, they can achieve extraordinary things. We embrace flexibility, so our people can be their best inside and outside of work. We champion inclusion and continuous learning, ensuring all voices are heard and valued. And we thrive on collaboration, turning challenges into opportunities for growth and innovation. As a leader in national security, our innovative and diverse programs create a more secure future for Australia across space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains. Every day is a chance to solve the world’s most complex challenges and make a profound impact. Experience it here. Your responsibilities will include: In this role, you will help shape and mature a modern, digitally enabled V&V environment supporting complex engineering projects and Integrated Product Teams across our Integrated Air and Missile Defence, Maritime, and Aeronautics portfolios. You will play a key role in delivering incremental system verification for major Defence programs, ensuring quality, compliance, and confidence in engineering outcomes. Working within a collaborative, cross-functional team, you will plan, coordinate, and execute system-level test activities that underpin capability assurance. Own key V&V artefacts including the V&V Plan, Verification Cross Reference Matrix (VCRM), and Acceptance Test Plans and Procedures Design and document the V&V 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 About you: You bring a strong background in V&V or systems engineering within Defence or other complex technical environments. You value collaboration, structured problem-solving, and technical rigour, and you enjoy tackling verification challenges across multi-disciplinary engineering teams. To succeed in this role, you’ll bring: A degree in Engineering or equivalent relevant experience Demonstrated experience in systems engineering, integration, and V&V 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 and 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. We highly value the unique skills and experiences that veterans and transitioning service members can contribute to our team. We are proud to be recognised as a Veteran Friendly Employer by the Australian Government. What we offer you: When you join Lockheed Martin, you work on projects you won’t experience anywhere else. We offer you a range of benefits built to suit you, no matter what stage of life you are in. Flexible work & Hybrid work options Access to our 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 and is harassment free, fair, ethical, inclusive, and values the contribution of all its employees. By leveraging our employees’ unique talents and experiences, we will deliver innovative, affordable solutions and unparalleled customer value. As part of our endeavours to increase participation of Indigenous Australians, we welcome applications from all people, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are selected for this role, we would be happy to discuss any accommodations that will help you to be successful. #J-18808-Ljbffr