Lead Test Solutions Engineer

Leonardo UK
Caddington, UK
4 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Compensation
£59,400.0 - £84,955.0
Working hours
Shift work

Tech stack

LabVIEW Radio-Frequency Identification Software Engineering Teststand

Job description

familiar with working on complex electronic (ideally RF, Digital and analogue based) Test Solutions. What you will do: Create and capture requirements for Test Equipment Requirement Specifications (TERS) Lead in subcontracting complex test solutions to the supply chain Manage the relationships between LEUK and 3rd party suppliers Ensure effective implementation of the company’s Life-cycle design reviews Management of the Engineering technical quality, schedule and budget Support the management of Suppliers and project Make/Buy decisions as required Identify technical risks and mitigation strategies e.g. with test solutions or obsolescence Ensure that the design rationale is documented where change is required Input to Material Review Boards and Failure Review Boards Concession management - ensuring effective closure plans are in place and enacted What you’ll bring Hands-on experience of designing complex Test Solutions for the full life cycle Good understanding of a range of electronic

Requirements

technologies from dc to light or a good understand of Systems/Software engineering lifecycle. Experience of working with external supplies and outsourcing complex work packages. Extensive knowledge in NI LabVIEW & TestStand. Degree qualified (or equivalent) Good schedule and budget control Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders Strong leadership competency but also can demonstrate team working skills Knowledge of engineering life cycle and business process. It would be nice if you had: Good understanding of digital/analogue/RF systems with ESM and ECM Experience of working in the defence electronics sector, ideally with airborne sensor systems. Chartered Engineer status, or a member of a professional engineering institution Travel within the UK will be required for this role Travel within Europe may be required for this role Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel

Benefits & conditions

Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you’re looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Primary Location: GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300 Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid #J-18808-Ljbffr

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