Software Verification & Validation Engineer - DO-178

We are supporting an urgent hiring campaign for multiple Software Verification & Validation Engineers to work on safety-critical avionics display programmes. This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-moving programme where the emphasis is on rigorous verification, certification evidence, and software quality – not feature development.

Software Verification & Validation Engineer – DO-178 (CONTRACT)

Location: Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Contract: 4-6 months 

Eligibility: US Citizens only – PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF NOT A US CITIZEN.

Please note: These roles require a commitment to working on site in Cedar Rapids. A two-weeks-on / two-weeks-off rotation can be considered, although greater on-site presence is preferred and advantageous.Travel/accomodation is covered. 

The Role

You will support the validation and verification of embedded avionics software in a regulated DO-178 environment. The work will be heavily V&V focused, covering requirements-based testing, test procedure execution, traceability, defect investigation, and the production of robust evidence for certification.

Key Requirements

– Demonstrable DO-178 – Level A or Level B experience.

– Strong, hands-on software validation and verification background within safety-critical avionics or embedded systems.

– C++ experience, with solid broader C/C++ capability.

– Experience supporting avionics display, flight-deck, flight-controls, or similar embedded safety-critical programmes.

– US citizenship is essential due to programme requirements.

What Is on Offer

This is a 4-6 month on-site contract with travel and accommodation covered. The client is moving quickly, with a 30-minute manager interview followed by a customer interview typically scheduled within 24-48 hours. Rates are competitive and will reflect relevant DO-178 Level A/B and V&V experience.

Apply

If you are a V&V-led avionics engineer with genuine DO-178 experience and can commit to Cedar Rapids for a minimum of 1/2 weeks a month (the more the better chance you have) then please apply with an up-to-date CV.

We would be particularly interested in speaking with engineers who can clearly demonstrate their verification contribution on certified safety-critical programmes.