Model-Based Verification & Validation Engineer

Alten Technology

Job Summary

The Model-Based Verification & Validation Engineer will support software certification for flight-critical control systems under DO-178C and DO-331 standards. This role involves model-based testing, requirements traceability, and coverage analysis using MathWorks tools. Responsibilities include executing and maintaining test procedures, performing model coverage analysis, developing automated test cases for MIL/SIL environments, analyzing simulation results, and ensuring traceability between requirements and verification outcomes to meet DAL A compliance.

Must Have

  • Execute and maintain model-based test procedures using Simulink Test Manager and MATLAB.
  • Perform model coverage analysis (decision, condition, MC/DC) to meet DO-331 objectives.
  • Develop and automate test cases and procedures for MIL and SIL environments.
  • Develop test cases for normal and robustness conditions.
  • Analyze simulation results, investigate anomalies, and document verification outcomes.
  • Work with Systems and Software Engineers to ensure proper traceability between model requirements, test cases, and verification results.
  • Support audit readiness and artifact generation for SOI 3 and SOI 4 reviews.
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace, Electrical, or Computer Engineering.
  • 3+ years of experience in model-based verification for safety-critical software.
  • Hands-on experience with MATLAB, Simulink, and Test Manager in a certification context.
  • Strong understanding of DO-178C and DO-331 objectives.
  • Familiarity with version control tools (Git, SVN) and configuration-controlled workflows.

Good to Have

  • Prior experience supporting DAL A/B flight software programs.
  • Exposure to Simulink Requirements and automated traceability.
  • Strong documentation and communication skills for certification deliverables.

Perks & Benefits

  • Mentorship
  • Career growth opportunities
  • Comprehensive benefits

Job Description

Model-Based Verification & Validation (V&V)

The Model-Based Verification & Validation (V&V) Engineer will support software certification efforts for flight-critical control systems developed under DO-178C and DO-331 standards. The role focuses on model-based testing, requirements traceability, and coverage analysis using MathWorks toolchains, ensuring that all model-level verification activities meet DAL A compliance.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Execute and maintain model-based test procedures using Simulink Test Manager and the MATLAB testing framework.
  • Perform model coverage analysis (decision, condition, MC/DC) to meet DO-331 objectives.
  • Develop and automate test cases and procedures for model-in-the-loop (MIL) and software-in-the-loop (SIL) environments.
  • Develop test cases for normal and robustness conditions.
  • Analyze simulation results, investigate anomalies, and document verification outcomes.
  • Work with Systems and Software Engineers to ensure proper traceability between model requirements, test cases, and verification results.
  • Support audit readiness and artifact generation for SOI 3 and SOI 4 reviews.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace, Electrical, or Computer Engineering.
  • 3+ years of experience in model-based verification for safety-critical software.
  • Hands-on experience with MATLAB, Simulink, and Test Manager in a certification context.
  • Strong understanding of DO-178C and DO-331 objectives, particularly A-7 (Software Testing) and Model-Based requirements.
  • Familiarity with version control tools (Git, SVN) and configuration-controlled workflows.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Prior experience supporting DAL A/B flight software programs.
  • Exposure to Simulink Requirements and Cautomated traceability.
  • Strong documentation and communication skills for certification deliverables.

7 Skills Required For This Role

Communication Github Game Texts Test Coverage Git Svn Matlab

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