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Matchtech has partnered with a leading Defence and Security tech firm seeking a Senior Test Development Engineer, with multiple opportunities available for both permanent and contract positions in Scotland
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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.
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Your Key Responsibilities Include:
Test Engineering Leadership: Provide technical direction and mentorship on small to medium-scale programmes.
Design Ownership: Deliver robust, reliable test solutions from concept to completion.
Process & Governance: Drive compliance with test development processes and tools. Act as key contributor at design gates and reviews, managing risks and opportunities.
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.
Development & Support: Develop test hardware/software and validation procedures. Support manufacturing, resolve technical issues, and manage hardware obsolescence.
Project & Planning: Track progress, report to leadership, and contribute to resource planning using tools like Microsoft Project.
Compliance & Conduct: Uphold company values, H&S legislation, and ethical standards. Support wider business needs as required.
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Experience needed;
Technical Expertise: Strong background in test hardware design with excellent knowledge of analogue and digital circuit design.
Documentation & Handover: Skilled in producing clear, comprehensive technical documentation and managing smooth design handover to production.
Troubleshooting & Support: Exceptional hardware debugging skills with proven ability to support and troubleshoot during system integration.
Industry Experience: Significant test development background, ideally within Defence, Aerospace, or other safety-regulated sectors.
Tools & Technologies: Proficient in Mentor Graphics for schematic entry and PCB layout; experienced with common test architectures such as PXI and LXI.
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.
Software Expertise: Skilled in NI LabVIEW, NI CVI, NI TestStand, and C#; experience with software certification is a plus.
Important: All applicants must be able to obtain Security Clearance, and as a minimum be living in the UK 5 years.
Working: Flexible working hours and some remote working potentials where possible