Overview
Daily activities for a Test Engineer vary from hands on experience with the product on the shop floor and in the lab, to working in the office on technical documentation and drawings. Examples of regular activities include:
Responsibilities
* Diagnosing and fault finding on non-conforming products or equipment
* Authoring instructions and/or specifications
* Drafting and publishing drawing packs
* Analysing test and production related data
* Introducing new innovative products and equipment into Manufacturing
* Process improvements
* Collaborative work with other areas of the business, translating conceptual ideas or technical requirements into developmental outcomes, operational designs, or specifications for electrical and electronic projects or programmes of work
* Select, use and apply approved problem-solving methods to solve problems and determine solutions or actions
* Collate, store, use and present data and supporting documentation
* Interpret and produce technical documentation such as schematic and circuit diagrams, engineering drawings or 3D CAD models, simulation models, engineering reports, test reports, fault reports or data analytics
* Observe, record and draw accurate and auditable conclusions from data evidence
* Manage assigned projects or programmes of work, considering planning, safety, quality, cost, performance and sustainability
* Apply processes for project or programme management such as escalation, audit or risk management and risk mitigation
* Comply with statutory and organisational safety and security standards and requirements, supporting safety risk assessments and mitigate risks identified within design, manufacture, development or test activity
* Identify and use processes, resources and technologies to complete electrical and electronic engineering projects or programmes of work
* Apply quality management and assurance processes to identify and rectify faults, inaccuracies, discrepancies or unexpected results during the electrical and electronic engineering process
* Carry out pre operations checks of electrical and electronic engineering systems and equipment before use
* Manage continuous improvement activities using techniques such as Six Sigma, 5s, Kaizen, Lean, Kanban, Statistical Process Control or Value Stream Mapping
* Create, maintain and review project documentation; record and action any non-conformities
* Communicate with others verbally and in writing (e.g., technical reports, documents and presentations)
* Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders; manage differing and competing interests with stakeholders
* Identify and complete opportunities for personal and professional development, including keeping up to date with current and emerging technology
* Apply and promote policies and practices to support equity, diversity and inclusion
* Consider management of change (MOC) requirements when undertaking electrical and electronic projects or programmes of work
* Comply with environmental and sustainability legislation, regulations and standards; use resources efficiently (e.g., waste minimisation)
* Ensure equipment is managed and maintained
* Optimise processes and procedures relating to safety, efficiency, performance, productivity and sustainability
* Ensure all systems or equipment are correctly configured, checked and tested for safe operation, efficiency and reliability
Education and Qualifications
* For the 4.5 years whilst you are a Level 6 Apprentice, study 1 day a week towards a BEng (Hons) in Electrical and Electronic Engineering at University of Greater Manchester, fully funded by MBDA
* GCSE in: English (grade 4), Maths (grade 4)
* A Level in: Maths (grade C), Physics (grade C)
* Other qualifications and industry experience encouraged to share
* Communication skills
* IT skills
* Attention to detail
* Organisation skills
* Customer care skills
* Problem solving skills
* Administrative skills
* Analytical skills
* Logical thinking
* Team working
* Creative thinking
* Initiative
* Non-judgemental approach
* Patience
Company and Benefits
MBDA is the only company capable of designing and producing missile systems to meet the current and future needs of the armed forces over land, sea and air. Through our expertise, we have become a trusted partner to the Ministry of Defence and work closely with the military to ensure that they have the capability they need, in order to protect our freedoms.
Flexible working hours, paid overtime, a comprehensive pension scheme, company bonus schemes and superb learning and development opportunities.
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