Aerospace Test Engineer – Hybrid Lab & Quality

Prattwhitney; Leighton Buzzard; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working options

Private health insurance

Life assurance

2:1 pension contributions

25 days annual leave

Early finish on Fridays

Job summary

Collins Aerospace, part of RTX, is seeking a Test Engineer for its Leighton Buzzard site. The role offers a hybrid working model and contributes to qualification testing across multiple test disciplines. You will interact with global engineering teams and support testing in a busy Test House.

The ideal candidate has an engineering degree and prior lab testing experience, with familiarity in AS9100 and NADCAP standards, plus strong teamwork and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent is preferred.
• Experience in a test laboratory is required.
• Familiarity with AS9100 and its testing context is beneficial.
• Knowledge of NADCAP specifications is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, execute, and wash up qualification tests (structural, environmental, etc.).
• Report results and analyze data using established methods.
• Lead or support root-cause investigations for failed tests.
• Set up test procedures, checklists, and standard work.
• Calibrate equipment and coordinate EHS activities in the Test House.
• Collaborate with project teams and suppliers to enable delivery.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Accountability

Problem solving

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

PLM software

Job description

Collins Aerospace, part of RTX, is seeking a Test Engineer for its Leighton Buzzard site. The role offers a hybrid working model and contributes to qualification testing across multiple test disciplines. You will interact with global engineering teams and support testing in a busy Test House.

The ideal candidate has an engineering degree and prior lab testing experience, with familiarity in AS9100 and NADCAP standards, plus strong teamwork and communication skills.