Test Development Engineer

As a skilled Senior Test Development Engineer, you'll spearhead the design of functional test equipment for circuit cards, sub-assemblies, and systems-driving quality through rigorous design standards, gated reviews, and proactive risk management. Your Key Responsibilities Include:

• Test Engineering Leadership: Provide technical direction and mentorship on small to medium-scale programmes.

• Design Ownership: Deliver robust, reliable test solutions from concept to completion.

• Process & Governance: Drive compliance with test development processes and tools. Act as key contributor at design gates and reviews, managing risks and opportunities.

• Collaboration & Communication: Work closely with hardware/software teams to align system interfaces and protocols. Act as a main point of contact for customers and suppliers.

• Development & Support: Develop test hardware/software and validation procedures. Support manufacturing, resolve technical issues, and manage hardware obsolescence.

• Project & Planning: Track progress, report to leadership, and contribute to resource planning using tools like Microsoft Project.

• Compliance & Conduct: Uphold company values, H&S legislation, and ethical standards. Support wider business needs as required. The Essentials You'll Need

• Technical Expertise: Strong background in test software design with excellent knowledge of analogue and digital circuit design.

• Documentation & Handover: Skilled in producing clear, comprehensive technical documentation and managing smooth design handover to production.

• Troubleshooting & Support: Exceptional hardware debugging skills with proven ability to support and troubleshoot during system integration.

• Industry Experience: Significant test development background, ideally within Defence, Aerospace, or other safety-regulated sectors.
• Tools & Technologies: Proficient in Mentor Graphics for schematic entry and PCB layout; experienced with common test architectures such as PXI and LXI.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of measurement uncertainty in test design and validation; capable in mixed-signal circuit design, power supply design, and high-speed serial networks, with a working appreciation of RF electronics.
• Software Expertise: Skilled in NI LabVIEW, NI CVI, NI TestStand, and C#; experience with software certification is a plus.

• Holiday: 25 days + public holidays, with option to buy/sell 5 days.
• Flexible Hours: Early 1:30pm finish every Friday.
• Pension: Up to 10.5% company contribution.
• Bonus: Discretionary company bonus scheme.
• Life Cover: 6x salary with pension.
• Benefits Package: Includes Health Cash Plan, Dental, Cycle to Work, and more.
• Family & Sick Pay: Enhanced sick pay and family leave policies.
• Car & Medical: Car allowance and private medical (role dependent). Ready to step into your next challenge?

Matchtech has partnered with a leading Defence and Security tech firm seeking a Senior Test Development Engineer for a permanent role, with multiple opportunities available for both permanent and contract positions.