Senior Engineering Manager, Verification & Validation (m/f/d)

About the Role

As Senior Engineering Manager, Verification & Validation, you will drive the vision, strategy, and execution of V&V across our cutting‑edge teleoperated and autonomous robotic systems. Leading a high-performing multidisciplinary team, you will ensure our technology meets the highest standards of safety, reliability, and real‑world performance as it scales from development to deployment.

This is a pivotal leadership role at the intersection of robotics, software, systems engineering, and testing. You’ll combine deep technical expertise with strong people leadership to shape how complex, safety‑critical systems are validated in some of the world’s most demanding environments. From defining robust testing strategies to enabling confident real‑world operations, your work will directly influence the success and impact of our autonomous platforms.

What You’ll Build

Team Leadership & Organization

• Lead, grow, and developthemultidisciplinary V&V teamwithsoftwareandsystemstest engineers
• Own hiring, onboarding, performance management, and career development of team members
• Define team structure, priorities, and capacity planning aligned with company goals
• Foster a culture of engineering excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement

V&V Strategy & Execution

• Define and execute comprehensive V&V strategies across the full system lifecycle
• Own system-level and software validation campaigns, including integration, regression, and acceptance testing
• Ensure full requirements traceability from system requirements to test cases and results
• Support release decisions with clear validation metrics and risk assessments
• Develop the partnership with testingteamsowning hardware andcomponenttesting

Test Infrastructure & Operations

• Own and evolve Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL) test platforms and automated test frameworks
• Establish scalable test automation to enable fast and reliable feedback loops (CI/CD integration)
• Lead and operationalize proving ground andfield-testingactivities
• Ensure high-quality test documentation, reporting, and non‑conformance analysis

Cross‑Functional Leadership

• Collaborate closely with software, hardware, and systems engineering teams on test readiness, issue triage, and integration
• Provide technical input to system safety analyses, risk assessments, and certification efforts
• Act as a key interface to external stakeholders (customers, suppliers, partners) on validation progress and compliance

What You Bring

• Experience leading engineering teams in robotics, automotive, defense, or similar.
• Strong background in system‑level V&V / testing of complex systems.
• Hands‑on experience with HiL, simulation OR system testing.
• Familiar with C++ (ROS is a plus).
• Familiarity with CI/CD and test automation.
• Knowledge of safety‑critical standards (e.g., ISO 26262, DO-178C).
• Fluent in English; German language skills are beneficial.

Please note: You do not need to meet every single requirement to apply. We welcome motivated candidates who are eager to grow into the role and develop theirexpertisefurther.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• A shaping role in an emerging dual use company
• Opportunity to work with a highly innovative, international, and dynamic team
• Room for professional growth and development
• Access to regular events, knowledge exchange and meetups

About Us

ARX is a dual‑use technology company that specializes in developing autonomous unmanned systems and sensors for the European defence sector. Our dual‑use unmanned ground systems and sensors assist NATO Armies and civilian first responders in tackling their most challenging problems by providing them with training and information to make better decisions and take effective actions in life‑or‑death situations.

As our team continues to expand rapidly, we are seeking motivated candidates who are excited to work in a highly energetic, creative, and innovative team dedicated to developing autonomous systems for challenging environments. We operate in a dynamic sector where collaboration, sharing innovative ideas, and developing novel problem‑solving strategies are ingrained in our work culture.

If you are passionate about overcoming challenges that have a real impact on the security of our democracies, apply here to join ARX and help shape the future of dual‑use technology! ARX is an equal‑opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

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