Job summary
The Senior Test & Development Engineer will be responsible for the design, manufacture, verification and validation, along with through life technical support of board level, sub-system and system level test equipment.
Key skills required for this role
Test Engineer, Development, LABVIEW
Important
All applicants must be able to obtain Security Clearance and be a sole / dual British national.
Job description
Job Title: Senior Test Development Engineer
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Harlow
Due to the nature of this role, you must be eligible for SC (Security Check) clearance. BPSS clearance to start.
Who We Are & What's on Offer
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.
Where You'll Make an Impact
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:
1. Test Engineering Leadership: Provide technical direction and mentorship on small to medium-scale programmes.
2. Design Ownership: Deliver robust, reliable test solutions from concept to completion.
3. Process & Governance: Drive compliance with test development processes and tools. Act as key contributor at design gates and reviews, managing risks and opportunities.
4. 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.
5. Development & Support: Develop test hardware/software and validation procedures. Support manufacturing, resolve technical issues, and manage hardware obsolescence.
6. Project & Planning: Track progress, report to leadership, and contribute to resource planning using tools like Microsoft Project.
7. Compliance & Conduct: Uphold company values, H&S legislation, and ethical standards. Support wider business needs as required.
The Essentials You'll Need
8. Technical Expertise: Strong background in test software design with excellent knowledge of analogue and digital circuit design.
9. Documentation & Handover: Skilled in producing clear, comprehensive technical documentation and managing smooth design handover to production.
10. Troubleshooting & Support: Exceptional hardware debugging skills with proven ability to support and troubleshoot during system integration.
Where I Add Value
11. Industry Experience: Significant test development background, ideally within Defence, Aerospace, or other safety-regulated sectors.
12. Tools & Technologies: Proficient in Mentor Graphics for schematic entry and PCB layout; experienced with common test architectures such as PXI and LXI.
13. 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.
14. Software Expertise: Skilled in NI LabVIEW, NI CVI, NI TestStand, and C#; experience with software certification is a plus.
Total Rewards on Offer
15. Holiday: 25 days + public holidays, with option to buy/sell 5 days.
16. Flexible Hours: Early 1:30pm finish every Friday.
17. Pension: Up to 10.5% company contribution.
18. Bonus: Discretionary company bonus scheme.
19. Life Cover: 6x salary with pension.
20. Benefits Package: Includes Health Cash Plan, Dental, Cycle to Work, and more.
21. Family & Sick Pay: Enhanced sick pay and family leave policies.
22. Car & Medical: Car allowance and private medical (role dependent).
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