Test Design Support Engineer Electronics (Defence Manufacturing)Location: Bolton, Greater ManchesterSector: Defence / Advanced Manufacturing
Our client, a global leader in missile and defence technology and a long-standing partner of the UK Ministry of Defence, is seeking an experienced Test Design Support Engineer to join their Production Design Support (PDS) team at their Bolton manufacturing facility.
This is a hands-on engineering role supporting the transition of complex electronic designs into production. You will work closely with design and manufacturing teams, resolve real-world engineering challenges, and support advanced missile programmes and subsystems within a highly regulated defence environment.
This role offers the opportunity to see designs come to life on the shop floor, contribute to mission-critical products, and develop your expertise across a broad range of electronic disciplines.
Key Responsibilities
* Act as the primary interface between design engineering teams and manufacturing operations
* Provide technical design support throughout the manufacturing phase of the product lifecycle
* Collaborate with other support engineers to share knowledge and deliver effective solutions
* Support advanced module missile programmes and electronic subsystems
* Contribute to unique and specialist projects, including launcher assembly support
* Investigate design-related manufacturing issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions
* Prepare and manage discrete work packages, including cost control and delivery of agreed outputs
* Produce clear, accurate engineering documentation and technical reports
* Work autonomously where required while actively engaging with stakeholders to ensure successful delivery
Skills & ExperienceTo be a strong fit for this role, you will be able to demonstrate several of the following:Essential
* Degree qualified in an engineering discipline or equivalent industry experience
* Experience designing electronic products or supporting designs through manufacturing
Proven experience in one or more of the following areas:
* Digital and analogue electronics
* Power electronics
* RF and antenna systems
* Safety electronics
* Test systems and test equipment
* Schematic design
* PCB design
* Experience working within a multi-disciplinary engineering environment
* Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear technical documentation
* Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and deliver work packages to agreed timescales
Desirable
* Experience supporting manufacturing and resolving production issues
* Knowledge of BS EN standards and working within regulated environments
* Strong investigative and problem-solving skills
* A track record of on-time delivery within complex engineering programmes
Security Clearance & EligibilityDue to the nature of the work, British Citizenship or Dual UK nationality with British citizenship is required.
All successful candidates will be required to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks following an offer of employment. Additional nationality or right-to-work restrictions may apply.
What Happens NextIf your application meets the selection criteria, a member of the talent acquisition team will contact you via email to arrange an initial screening call. This structured conversation will explore your experience and suitability for the role in more detail.
About the SiteThis role is based at our clients Bolton facility, one of the North Wests leading defence manufacturing sites. The site offers:
* Onsite canteen
* Showers and bike racks
* Convenient motorway access with nearby fuel and amenities
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
Why Apply
* Work on mission-critical defence programmes
* See your designs and support work directly impact production
* Join a collaborative engineering environment with long-term programme stability
* Develop your expertise across a broad range of electronic disciplines
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