Integration & Test Engineer*
We are seeking a highly capable *Integration & Test Engineer to join our growing team developing advanced autonomous marine systems. You will play a key role in bringing cutting‑edge robotics, sensors, and software together into fully integrated, high‑performance maritime platforms.
This hands‑on role combines system integration, testing, fault analysis, and cross‑disciplinary problem solving. You will work closely with software, electronics, mechanical and product teams to ensure our systems meet the highest standards of safety, reliability, and performance.
If you enjoy solving complex technical challenges, working on real hardware, and contributing to next‑generation autonomous technology, we want to hear from you.
Integrate hardware, software, firmware and communication systems across autonomous marine platforms.
* Support integration of embedded controllers and mission‑management software.
* Collaborate with software, electrical, mechanical, and systems engineering teams to resolve integration issues.
* Conduct bench testing, environmental testing and sea‑trials to verify performance.
* Analyse test data, identify anomalies and produce clear, actionable reports.
* Support troubleshooting, fault diagnosis and root‑cause analysis.
* Maintain test documentation, integration logs and configuration records.
* Ensure all testing activities meet safety, regulatory and quality standards.
* Contribute to risk assessments, hazard logs and compliance documentation.
* Assist in developing test tools, automation solutions and improving internal test processes.
*Degree in Engineering, Electronics, Systems, Robotics or equivalent experience.
* Experience integrating and testing electromechanical, embedded or real‑time systems.
* Strong understanding of electronics, sensors and communication interfaces (CAN, Ethernet, Serial).
* Able to read engineering drawings and wiring diagrams.
* Skilled in analysing system logs, data sets and performance metrics.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing.
* Able to work in dynamic environments, including occasional field or sea‑testing.
* Experience with robotic systems, autonomous platforms or embedded‑software‑based products.
* Familiarity with version control, configuration management and defect‑tracking tools.
*Background in marine, defence, aerospace or autonomous systems.
* Understanding of safety‑critical and regulatory standards (DEF STAN, ISO, IMO).
* Ability to script or automate tests using Python, MATLAB or similar tools.
* Experience with simulation, middleware (ROS, DDS), or network configuration.
* Understanding of RF systems, telemetry and remote communications.
* Ability to operate small vessels or experience in marine test environments.
*Produces accurate, high‑quality work.
* Opportunity to work on world‑leading maritime autonomy projects
✨ Career development and progression
✨ A supportive environment focused on engineering excellence
*If youre excited by the idea of working with advanced autonomous systems and want to make an impact in the future of marine technology, click *Apply Now and submit your CV.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Company pension
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Fareham PO15 5SD: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Bachelors (preferred)