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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Test Development Engineer - **Company:** Raytheon Systems - **Location:** Glenrothes, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Adobe InDesign, C Sharp (Programming Language), Software Debugging, Software Design Documents, Digital Electronics, IBM Intelligent Printer Data Stream (Computer Printing), LabVIEW, Microsoft Project, Schematic Capture, Software Requirements Analysis, Verification and Validation (Software), Subsystems, Systems Integration, Teststand, Hardware Testing, System-level Testing, Mentor Graphics, Pcb Layout - **Published:** August 30, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815628910-test-development-engineer ## About the Role * Degree qualified in Electronic Engineering/related subject (preferably at 2.1 Hons or higher). * Test software design experience. * Excellent knowledge of analogue and digital electronic circuit design. * Ability to write comprehensive technical design documentation. * Proven experience in handover and management of designs in production * Excellent hardware troubleshooting skills * Able to support/debug system integration * Good knowledge of MS Office products * Good communicator, * Test development experience in industry. * Use of Mentor Graphics schematic entry and PCB layout tools. * Understanding of common test architectures PXI/d LXI * Measurement Uncertainty and its application in test equipment design and validation * Software Certification or detailed knowledge of: * NI LabView, NI CVI, NI TestStand, C# * Design of mix signal circuits * High speed serial networks * An appreciation of RF electronics * Knowledge of power supply design, * Ability to work individually and in a team. * Innovative thinker and problem solver. * Ability to effectively research and solve complex technical issues. * Excellent interpersonal skills. * Ability to work effectively with customer representatives from a variety of backgrounds, ranging from junior to the most senior levels whilst displaying a confident, polite and professional demeanour at all times. * Good attention to detail. * Flexible and adaptable, Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader. Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee's personal responsibility. Requires advanced knowledge of work area typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience. May have practical knowledge of project management. Practical to substantial knowledge of RTX projects, programs or systems with the ability to make enhancements and leverage in daily work. ## Description Responsible for the design, manufacture, verification and validation, along with through life technical support of board level, sub-system and system level test equipment., * Design of functional test equipment * Support the design and overall quality of the test equipment and provide leadership and guidance for junior engineers. * Documentation of design specifications and implementation details. Take part in design reviews. Upholding of design standards and methodologies. * Realisation of complex system requirements to provide robust and reliable test hardware solutions. * Supporting responsibility for the complete implementation of detailed technical items and an understanding/appreciation of system level items. * Collaboration with other team members (including both hardware and software engineers) to agree system designs, interfaces and protocols etc. * Development of appropriate test hardware, test software and procedures, both informal and formal, to prove the correct operation of hardware. * Provide support to manufacturing answering product queries & resolving technical issues. * Provide support for the test hardware and manage obsolescence throughout its lifecycle. * Monitoring and reporting of progress of test development to immediate supervisor and development team. * Proactively support company compliance to Health and Safety legislation through adherence to company polices, processes and practices. * Ensure that all business activity is conducted in line with company values, policies and ethics codes of conduct. * Undertake any other activity as reasonably requested by management * Application of IPDS Processes * Contributor for engineering specific risks and opportunities. * Contributor at Gate/Design reviews * Understanding of Test Development processes and tools. * Support section/business area resource planning with a working understanding of Microsoft Project tools. * Test Engineering Lead for a small scale test engineering program * Ability to identify and engage the appropriate SME's to support the Test Development Engineering activities. * Contributor for standard/tailored test development process including IPDS gates and content * Interface to external customers/suppliers. ## Related Videos - [Agile work at CARIAD – Creating a customer web application for controlling the vehicle ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/200-agile-work-at-cariad-creating-a-customer-web-application-for-controlling-the-vehicle) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [Testing .NET applications a Tool box for every developer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/704-testing-net-applications-a-tool-box-for-every-developer) ## Related Articles - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Should senior developers refuse interview coding challenges?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/29-should-senior-developers-refuse-interview-coding-challenges) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk)