Copello is working with a leading defence engineering organisation to recruit a Quality Assurance Engineer into their Bristol-based Product Assurance Software Quality team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to further develop QA skills while working as part of a wider Product Assurance community on complex, safety-critical software programmes.
Salary: Circa £40,000 – £50,000 (depending on experience)
Location: Bristol
Working pattern: Dynamic (hybrid) working, with 2–4 days per week on-site due to workload classification
Security Clearance: British Citizenship required. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. Successful candidates will be required to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks after offer stage.
The opportunity
This role sits within a Software Quality Assurance team supporting engineering programmes that deliver high-integrity, safety-critical systems. You will work closely with software teams across the organisation, helping to ensure robust processes, compliance with standards, and delivery of high-quality software products.
It’s a strong opportunity for someone looking to build influence in Quality, gain exposure to complex programmes, and progress their career within a structured QA environment.
What we’re looking for
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Experience in software development and/or software quality assurance across the full lifecycle
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Knowledge of software processes, including national and international standards and assurance requirements
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Auditing experience (desirable but not essential)
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Ability to build effective working relationships across multiple teams and programmes
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A collaborative but objective mindset, with confidence to challenge and influence where needed
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Experience leading Project Quality Assessments, identifying risks and critical issues, and contributing to monthly reporting
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Clear and confident written and verbal communication skills
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Ability to remain calm under pressure and adapt to changing priorities
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Comfortable working independently as well as part of an integrated, functional team
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An Engineering degree or equivalent experience, with an understanding of modern technologies
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Experience or knowledge of configuration management, documentation control, and requirements management systems is highly beneficial
What’s on offer
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Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and subject to annual variation)
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Pension: Up to 14% total contribution (employer and employee)
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Overtime: Paid overtime opportunities
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Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
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Flexible working: Applications for flexible working arrangements are welcomed
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Enhanced parental leave:
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Up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave
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Enhanced paternity, neonatal leave and fertility testing/treatment support
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On-site facilities: Subsidised meals, free car parking and more
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Healthcare Cash Plan: Claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses including dental, optical, health and wellbeing