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Systems Verification and Validation; V&V Specialist; Contingent Jobs in Toronto, Canada at Kepler
Position: Systems Verification and Validation (V&V) Specialist (Contingent)
Systems Verification and Validation (V&V) Specialist
Position Status:
Contingent Upon Program Award
Job Type: Contingent Upon Program Award
As a Systems Verification and Validation (V&V) Specialist, you will serve a prominent technical role within the Systems V&V team, focusing on the development and execution of verification and validation activities for spacecraft systems. This role is responsible for ensuring system-level requirement closure through automated functional and environmental testing during build, integration, and mission readiness. You will define and develop test architectures, own requirement validation, and support integration campaign activities.
Responsibilities
- Define and execute verification and validation strategies for spacecraft system-level requirements, including test plans, test matrices, requirement mapping, and closure tracking.
- Develop and maintain automated test architectures and scripting tools for system-level functional verification using Python, Git Lab CI/CD, and related toolsets.
- Develop and maintain V&V test infrastructure, including Hardware‑in‑the‑Loop testing systems and flight‑representative development and/or engineering setups (e.g., ‘Flatsat’).
- Lead the development and execution of functional and electrical test procedures aligned with system requirements.
- Analyze test results and performance data to validate system functionality against mission requirements and operational environments.
- Lead environmental test campaigns including EMI/EMC, vibration, and TVAC, owning procedure development and execution.
- Contribute to launch campaign planning and support validation activities associated with launch site integration.
- Collaborate closely with other engineering teams and flight operations to ensure end‑to‑end system readiness.
- Operate and train others on advanced lab equipment, such as solar array simulators, power meters, VNAs, and oscilloscopes.
- Participate in design reviews and provide technical input on system‑level testing strategies.
- Mentor and guide junior engineers on best practices in system‑level testing and requirement verification.
- Contribute to test plan documentation and test report generation for delivery to internal stakeholders and external partners.
- Work in a lab or cleanroom environment.
- Travel as required to support testing and launch activities.
- Perform shift work and, where necessary, weekend work during specific test campaigns.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Aerospace, Computer, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- At least 4 years of experience in system test, validation, or systems engineering, or a master’s degree and at least 2 additional years of experience.
- Expert‑level experience developing automated test scripts and software‑based verification environments.
- Proficiency with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, DMMs, power meters, VNAs, etc.
- Experience with requirement verification tracking tools and test configuration management.
- Ability to interpret system‑level requirements and translate them into executable test activities.
- Strong analytical skills and experience with data interpretation and requirement closure.
- Demonstrated ability to provide technical input at program reviews and guide junior engineers.
- Experience working in ISO‑8 cleanroom environments and lower.
- Familiarity with verification standards (ECSS, NASA, RPUG) and test protocols.
- Advanced scripting and automation experience, specifically with Python, Git Lab CI/CD, and Dev Ops workflows.
- Experience in spacecraft design, testing, and validation; experience in other technical industries such as automotive or aeronautics is suitable.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation with a robust equity plan to share in our success.
- Comprehensive coverage for health, dental, and vision insurance—including dependents.
- Unlimited vacation, supportive parental leave policy, and company‑wide holiday shutdown.
- Semi‑annual company‑wide parties and frequent in‑office team events.
- Relocation packages available for approved roles.
- $1,500 annual professional development fund to support your growth.
- Fully stocked Toronto office kitchen with snacks, drinks, games, and top‑notch kitchen…
Title: Systems Verification and Validation; V&V Specialist; Contingent
Company: Kepler
Location: Toronto, Canada
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