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# Senior Test Engineer

- **Company:** Safran
- **Location:** Gloucester, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer Literacy, Microsoft Software, Test Execution Engine, Test Scripts
- **Published:** September 30, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/A1EEF56491C44D78A3E5284E2806B3DF/job/

## About the Role

You will need a minimum HNC/Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering. Experience in a qualification or development test environment is required, along with the following skills:

 1. Experience in structural strength, fatigue, endurance, environmental, and/or flight test instrumentation.
 2. Experience in electrical & hydraulic systems, servo controls and PLC controllers.
 3. Experience in the application & use of test control systems, data acquisition systems and instrumentation.
 4. Practical experience within a test environment
 5. Knowledge of strain gauging and its application (strain gauge theory would be advantageous).
 6. An ability to understand technical drawings and test requirement documentation.
 7. Experience with calibration of transducers, e.g., force, pressure, displacement.
 8. Technical report writing
 9. Project management skills to meet customer requirements and deliver customer satisfaction on quality, cost and time.
 10. Knowledge of safe working practices relating to all aspects of testing (e.g. General Health & Safety at Work, Risk Assessments, COSHH, Isolation & Lockout procedures, Lifting & Slinging)
 11. Excellent computer literacy & IT skills e.g. Microsoft Applications.
 12. Excellent verbal and written communication skills

## Description

As a Senior test Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering development and qualification tests from the early planning stages through the design and setup of test solutions, execution of testing activities, and final reporting. The role includes conducting static, fatigue, endurance, and environmental testing to support the development of new landing gear technologies, qualification of new products, and ongoing in-service programmes.

Review test procedure requirements.

Develop detailed resource plans to meet testing objectives.

Lead and coordinate test execution activities.

Operate control and data acquisition systems.

Install and configure test instrumentation.

Investigate faults and resolve testing issues.

Collaborate with internal and external customers, suppliers, and stakeholders.

Produce technical documentation and comprehensive test reports.

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the test facility.

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