Systems Integration Test Lead

Step into the role

As a Systems Integration Test Lead, you will ensure the robust delivery of customer-facing defense IT projects by leading verification and validation (V&V) strategies that align system performance with regulatory and contractual expectations. The role involves mitigating technical and compliance risks through structured planning and execution of environmental, functional, and electromagnetic testing across the system lifecycle. It also includes building confidence among customers and certifying authorities by coordinating evidence-based acceptance activities that enable smooth handover and deployment of mission-critical solutions.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain system-level V&V processes, templates, and performance metrics for defense-grade IT platforms.

• Define and manage verification plans across functional and environmental testing domains.

• Serve as primary liaison to customers and accredited labs during test planning and reviews.

• Analyze test results and trace non-conformities to design actions and root cause feedback.

• Lead V&V reporting at engineering gate reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR) to support release decisions.

• Maintain up-to-date traceability and compliance records in PLM and requirements management systems.

What you bring

• Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Electronics, or equivalent professional experience.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in system-level verification and validation (V&V) within rugged IT, embedded, or defense-related projects.

• Proven ability to plan, execute, and document environmental and functional testing in accordance with industry and customer standards.

• Experience coordinating with customer representatives and external test labs during acceptance and certification phases.

• Proficiency in Swedish and English, both spoken and written.

Meritorious experience and certifications

• Background in testing and validation for C4ISR systems or tactical IT platforms.

• Experience from planning and executing EMC testing.

• Applied knowledge of systems engineering V&V frameworks (e.g. INCOSE, ISO

• Experience using PLM and requirements tools such as Teamcenter, DOORS, Polarion or similar.

• ISTQB Advanced Test Manager certification or equivalent certification.

Get to know us

At MilDef, you'll be part of a company that values hands-on involvement and cross-functional collaboration. We offer the opportunity to develop new skills, contribute to a variety of projects, and make a tangible impact on our business's success.

If you're driven and ready for a challenging and rewarding role, apply now

Do you want to know more about us?

For further information, please contact Anett Schmidt, Manager, or Elin Hovbrandt, HR.

Important information

We conduct background checks and drug tests on all our future colleagues before employment.

Due to the holiday period, the recruitment process will proceed into 2026. We look forward to receiving applications throughout this period and will review them on an ongoing basis.

MilDef - WE ARMOR IT.

MilDef is a global systems integrator and full-spectrum provider specializing in rugged IT for defense and security domains. MilDef provides hardware, software and services that shield and protect critical information streams and systems, when and where the stakes are the highest.

MilDef's products are sold to more than 200 customers through companies in Sweden, Norway, Finland, Denmark, United Kingdom, Germany, Switzerland, the United States and Australia. MilDef was founded in 1997 and is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm since 2021.

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