Engineering Test & Validation Manager
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Job Location:
Hengelo - Netherlands
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
24-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About the Role
Are you a strategic leader who thrives on complexity and wants to build a world-class testing function Join our Naval Engineering Delivery team in Hengelo as an Integration Verification Validation & Qualification (IVVQ) Manager. You wont just be managing tests; youll be the driving force behind the quality and integrity of our cutting-edge naval systems.
This is a key leadership position where youll define strategy lead a talented team and shape the future of our innovative products from a quality-first perspective.
Your Responsibilities
As the IVVQ Manager you will be the owner of all test-related activities. Your leadership and strategic vision will be critical in:
Defining and executing the IVVQ strategy: Youll be responsible for creating and maintaining the overarching strategy for our complex systems ensuring seamless integration and delivery from end to end.
Leading a high-performing team: You will manage a team of IVVQ specialists coordinating their work setting priorities and mentoring them to foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
Driving a quality-first mindset: Youll ensure our IVVQ processes and tools are continuously adapted and improved to meet the evolving needs of our products and maintain the highest standards.
Overseeing the entire testing lifecycle: From building integration schedules and defining test benches to analyzing results and reporting progress you will have full oversight. Youll also play a key role in formal qualification acceptance and certification processes.
Acting as a key stakeholder liaison: Youll be the primary point of contact for test-related activities ensuring the IVVQ team consistently meets the expectations of both internal development departments and external clients.
About You
We are looking for a hands-on leader with a passion for quality and an eye for detail. Youre an ideal candidate if you have:
A completed Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering.
Proven experience as an IVVQ Manager (or similar role) with a strong background in leading teams and executing complex test plans.
Exceptional leadership skills and a can-do solution-oriented mentality.
The ability to manage projects effectively with a proven track record of meeting timelines and budget goals.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders.
Fluency in both English and Dutch.
What We Offer
We believe that a challenging role deserves an exceptional work environment. Heres a glimpse into what you can expect:
Impactful Work: Join a great team and tackle a challenging job in a high-tech innovative environment where your ideas and initiative are welcomed.
Career Growth: We are committed to your personal and professional development with ample opportunities to expand your skills.
Flexible Hybrid Work: We embrace a modern approach to work-life balance. Youll have the flexibility to work from home two days a week allowing you to manage your work and personal life effectively.
Generous Leave: Enjoy an impressive 40 days of paid time off per year.
Competitive Compensation: We offer a great salary a comprehensive travel allowance and the ability to customize your benefits package to suit your needs.
Interested
Apply now! Click on the button below to upload your profile and show your interest.
To ensure that we are a good match we can ask you to participate in an assessment.
Diversity Statement
We actively support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions. That means that equal opportunities inclusion and an informal culture are integral to our success. It also means that your well-being and happiness matter to us! Thats why we offer you the flexibility to do whats important to you; whether thats part time hours job sharing remote working or the ability to flex your start and finish times.
Security Requirements
In line with Thales Baseline Security requirements candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity eligibility to work in The Netherlands and employment and/or education history. Some vacancies may require a security clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for security clearance please refer to the General Intelligence and Security Service.
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