Development and Production Test Engineer (Electronic/Electrical)

Development and Production Test Engineer (Electronics/Electrical) Carbon60 are seeking an experienced Production Test Engineer to join their defence client's manufacturing team based in Henlow, Bedfordshire. The Development and Production Test Engineer position is a crucial part of the company's manufacturing team, responsible for providing technical support and expertise during the production testing of advanced defence systems.

Responsibilities:

• Providing Test Engineering support throughout the design and development phases, from initial concept to production readiness review and release to operations.
• Supporting the introduction of test facilities and ensuring configuration control of equipment and facilities prior to use, including generating supporting test specifications and operator instructions.
• Assisting with the testing of electrical and electronic weapon systems, diagnosing production test failures down to the subsystem level.
• Identifying remedial and corrective actions to allow manufacturing to continue production in line with program objectives.
• Evaluating technical problems and developing proposals for test equipment investigations and corrective actions, including process improvements.
• Representing Test Engineering at Defect Review Board meetings to ensure efficient progress of equipment and quality notifications towards corrective action.

Requirements:

• HNC/HND (Electronics) or equivalent, plus a strong background in digital and analog electronics manufacturing and testing.
• A deep understanding of measurement and test principles, as well as associated test equipment.
• Familiarity with the CADMID product lifecycle for test equipment, with an advantage for those with experience in RF and microwave technology.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to generate test specifications, operator instructions, and technical reports.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• The ability to plan and organize your own work to ensure multiple tasks can be prioritized and delivered against project objectives.

Please note that in order to apply for this opportunity you will need to be eligible for SC (Secret Level) UK Security Clearance. This role may also have medical requirements / health surveillance requirements. If you are interested, then please apply directly or contact Ellie at Carbon60 Fareham at ellie.lunenkay@carbon60global.com for more details.