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Senior Test Development Engineer

Senior Test Development Engineer

Morson TalentLivingston, West Lothian, United Kingdom
5 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

We're Hiring : Senior Test Development Engineer

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Location : Glenrothes | Livingston | Harlow (Hybrid / Flexible Working Options Available)

Ready to play a key role in the design, development, and lifecycle support of cutting-edge test solutions? We're looking for a Senior Test Development Engineer to join our team and help shape the future of advanced defence and aerospace systems.

About the Role

As a Senior Test Development Engineer, you’ll take ownership of test equipment design across board, sub-system, and full system levels. You’ll be responsible for the design, manufacture, verification, validation, and long-term technical support of our test systems — ensuring our complex hardware functions flawlessly.

What You’ll Bring

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Strong background in test software design
  • Deep knowledge of analogue and digital electronic circuit design
  • Ability to produce high-quality technical documentation
  • Proven success managing designs into production
  • Excellent troubleshooting and system integration support skills
  • Must be eligible for MOD Security Clearance (minimum SC level)

Highly Desirable

  • Significant industry experience in test development
  • Proficiency with Mentor Graphics tools
  • Understanding of PXI / LXI test architectures
  • Knowledge of Measurement Uncertainty in test design
  • Experience with NI LabView, TestStand, CVI, and C#
  • Design of mixed-signal circuits and high-speed serial networks
  • Appreciation for RF electronics and power supply design

    • Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the design of test equipment for circuit cards, sub-assemblies, and systems
  • Mentor and guide junior engineers, while upholding engineering excellence
  • Collaborate across disciplines to define system interfaces and test protocols
  • Develop and validate test hardware / software to ensure performance and reliability
  • Support production and manage lifecycle of test systems, including obsolescence
  • Participate in design reviews, project planning, and compliance initiatives
  • Be a go-to technical expert and interface with suppliers and customers
  • Champion safety, ethics, and continuous improvement across all engineering activities

    • What We Offer

    Benefits

  • Competitive salary + discretionary bonus
  • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (+ option to buy / sell 5 days)
  • 10.5% company pension contribution
  • Private medical insurance & life assurance (x6 salary)
  • Flexible benefits incl. Health Cashplan, Cycle to Work, and more
  • Enhanced parental leave and family-friendly policies
  • Car or car allowance (role dependent)

    • Work Culture

  • 37-hour week with an early Friday finish (1 : 30pm!)
  • Flexible, hybrid, and remote working options
  • Culture focused on outcomes, not clock-in times
  • Up to 5 paid volunteering days annually
  • Supportive, inclusive, and values-driven environment
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