Senior Talent Solutions Specialist | Scientific & STEM Recruitment Lead | Life Science Headhunter & Market Insights
As the Test Design Engineering Lead, you will play a key role in defining and driving test strategies across complex engineering programmes. You’ll lead the development of end-to-end test solutions — from concept and design through to validation and production — ensuring that product testability is considered at every stage of development.
Working closely with cross-functional design, manufacturing, and systems teams, you’ll ensure full test coverage, manage compliance with test requirements, and influence key design decisions that impact performance, cost, and reliability.
Key Responsibilities
* Leading a team of test engineers within a multi-disciplinary design environment
* Providing functional leadership and supporting department-level strategic goals
* Owning the specification and delivery of test systems and equipment
* Ensuring that product designs incorporate robust testability features
* Developing and managing detailed test requirements, including access, built-in test (BIT) coverage, and production testing functionality
* Performing analysis and modelling to determine test coverage and generate diagnostic documentation
* Collaborating with engineering leadership to balance cost, schedule, and test coverage trade-offs
About You
* Strong background in test equipment design, product testability, or electrical/electronic engineering
* Proficiency in one or more of the following: digital electronics, microprocessor systems, analogue electronics, test design, or electronics testing
* Proven leadership and mentoring experience, with the ability to influence at multiple levels
* Experience in requirements definition, project oversight, and managing stakeholder relationships
* Excellent communication skills and a proactive, analytical mindset
This role offers hybrid working, with an estimated 2‑3 days onsite each week. With this role being in the defence industry, all candidates will go through a security vetting process. Please note, only UK citizens can be considered for this role (both sole UK citizens and those with dual citizenship).
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