Integration, Verification, and Validation (IVV) Test Manager (d/f/m)

Airbus Defence and Space Immenstaad am Bodensee

Stellenbeschreibung:

Integration, Verification, and Validation (IVV) Test Manager

We are seeking an experienced IVV Test Manager (d/f/m) to lead testing efforts for complex systems, ensuring seamless integration, compliance with requirements, and high-quality delivery. The IVV Test Manager will oversee the planning, execution, and management of integration, verification, validation, system-level, system element-level, and automated testing activities in an Agile environment.

Your Location

Airbus site in Friedrichshafen/Immenstaad – enjoy panoramic views of Lake Constance while having lunch in our canteen and joining corporate sports groups after work.

Your Benefits

Attractive salary and special payments
30 days paid vacation and extra days‑off for special occasions
Excellent upskilling opportunities and great international, group wide development prospects
Special benefits: employer‑funded pension, employee stock options, discounted car leasing, special conditions for insurances, subsidies for public transport, employee benefits at cooperating companies
On‑site facilities: kindergarten close to the site, medical officer for check‑ups and other health‑related services, lakeview canteen and cafeteria
Company sports and leisure activities such as sailing, tennis and winter sports
Compatibility of family & work (job sharing, part‑time models, flexible working hours, individual timeout)
Working in a diverse environment, with more than 140 nationalities, where every voice is heard

Your Tasks and Responsibilities

Develop comprehensive test plans and strategies for integration, verification, validation, system-level, system element‑level, and automated testing.
Oversee integration testing to ensure seamless interaction between system components, subsystems, and third‑party services.
Lead verification activities to confirm that the system and its elements are built correctly, adhering to design specifications and requirements.
Direct validation efforts to ensure the system and its elements meet stakeholder needs and intended use.
Define and manage test cases, scripts, and procedures for integration, system-level, system element‑level, verification, and validation testing.
Design and implement automated test suites for GUI, web, system-level, and system element-level testing.
Coordinate and monitor manual and automated test execution, tracking progress and defects in Jira and documenting in Confluence.
Manage defect identification, logging, and resolution processes, prioritizing and tracking defects from manual and automated tests in Jira and documenting in Confluence.

Desired Skills and Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Systems Engineering or a related field.
Proven experience as an Senior Tester, IVV Test Manager, Test Lead, or similar role in systems or software development, preferably in aerospace, defense, or healthcare.
Strong background in managing integration, verification, validation, system-level, system element-level, and test automation for complex systems.
Expertise in system breakdown, requirements engineering, and testing.
Experience leading technical teams and managing projects across multiple sites.
Knowledge of agile methodologies, specifically Scrum and SAFe.
Excellent decision‑making and problem‑solving abilities.
Strong organizational skills and a self‑motivated work ethic.
Ability to motivate and inspire team members.
Flexible and adaptable to changing project demands.
Strong communication skills for reporting and stakeholder engagement.
Ability to work in a high‑pressure, fast‑paced environment.
Familiarity with defense industry standards and practices.

Why Join Us?

Join a forward‑thinking organization at the forefront of the defense industry, where you will lead cutting‑edge projects, collaborate with talented professionals, and make a meaningful impact.

Why Airbus Defence and Space?

Contributing to defense projects allows you to protect lives, safeguard communities, and contribute to national and global stability. By joining, you address global threats and help create a safer, more stable world.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all.