Summary: The Development Test Engineer role at Saab UK involves managing and executing the full lifecycle of test engineering for electro-mechanical systems. The position requires a blend of engineering knowledge and creativity to design test cases, develop test tools, and manage testing facilities. The role is pivotal in ensuring product compliance and performance through rigorous testing and analysis. This position is ideal for individuals with a strong background in engineering and a passion for innovation in a rapidly growing company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyse conformance specifications to derive test requirements.
• Plan, design and communicate test cases validating requirements across electro-mechanical systems.
• Design test jigs, harnesses, and software for executing test cases, including automation.
• Implement data processing/filtering software to extract relevant results.
• Manage internal test facilities (test tanks, ovens, pools, lifting equipment).
• Liaise with external test facilities (EMC, vibration, pools, etc.).
• Execute tests in a clear, safe, and controlled manner.
• Conduct fault finding and failure analysis.
• Document and present results and findings.

Key Skills:

• HNC or Degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Minimum 3 years in a test-focused role or test equipment development.
• Proven experience in data capture and analysis.
• Experience working on multi-disciplinary systems (electrical, mechanical, software).
• Excellent knowledge of test equipment and platforms.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exposure to NPI design phases and working to Design/Systems requirements.
• Able to generate test cases from requirements to verify/validate designs.
• Experience with National Instruments test software platforms.
• Hands-on experience with electronic circuit construction/testing/diagnostics.
• Innovative and creative mindset with sound engineering principles.
• Ability to work unsupervised to tight timescales.
• Knowledge of product certification, best practices, and industry standards.
• Enthusiasm, drive, and personality.
• Experience in data capture and logging.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Fareham

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other