Software Quality Assurance Engineer
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Occupation Type
Quality control and planning engineers
Occupation Code Skill LevelHigher Skilled
Sponsorship Salary Threshold
£41,700
(£21.38 per hour)
Standard minimum applies
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Description
Job Description
We are seeking a Software Quality Assurance Engineer to join our team and to play a critical role in ensuring the reliability, compliance, and integrity of our software products.
As a Software Quality Assurance Engineer you will provide independent assurance across the software development lifecycle, helping to shape high-quality, mission-critical systems while working collaboratively across functions.
This is a great opportunity to join our team in our state of the art Edinburgh facility, to support the business on cutting edge defence and aerospace projects, during an exciting period of growth.
Your Impact
You will be working directly with our engineering teams and with our internal project teams and customers to
We are seeking a Software Quality Assurance Engineer to join our team and to play a critical role in ensuring the reliability, compliance, and integrity of our software products.
As a Software Quality Assurance Engineer you will provide independent assurance across the software development lifecycle, helping to shape high-quality, mission-critical systems while working collaboratively across functions.
This is a great opportunity to join our team in our state of the art Edinburgh facility, to support the business on cutting edge defence and aerospace projects, during an exciting period of growth.
Your Impact
You will be working directly with our engineering teams and with our internal project teams and customers to
- Provide independent assurance of software development and release activities to ensure they meet contractual and internal standards.
- Develop and maintain Software Quality Assurance Plans in line with company, contractual, and regulatory requirements.
- Estimate SQA resources needed to support multiple software projects.
- Evaluate subcontractors' capabilities to develop software to required quality and safety standards.
- Knowledge and practical experience in software quality assurance.
- Background in engineering, quality, manufacturing, or equivalent professional experience. Experience in complex or regulated industries (such as aerospace, defence, or medical) is a plus.
- Strong analytical thinking—able to turn complex data into practical, business-relevant actions.
- Collaborative and adaptable communication style, with the ability to work across diverse teams and functions.
- Familiarity with standards such as AS9100, ISO9001, and continuous improvement frameworks.
- Experience with airborne or safety-critical software development and standards (e.g., RTCA/DO-178C, AS9115, AQAP-2210) is desirable.
Security Clearance
This role will require National Security Vetting to SC level. It is a requirement that the successful applicant will undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance. A range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) will apply, this will include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit https //careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting
Why join us
At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.
Why join us
At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.
- Time to Recharge Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.
- Secure your Future Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
- Your Wellbeing Matters Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).
Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.
At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.
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Primary Location
GB - Edinburgh
Contract Type
Permanent
Hybrid Working
Hybrid
Contract Type
Permanent
Hybrid Working
Hybrid