Defence & Security Test Engineer | Air Traffic Tech

Matchtech

Fareham

On-site

GBP 45,000 - 65,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Professional development
Career growth opportunities
Supportive team environment
Access to cutting-edge technology

Job summary

Matchtech is seeking a Test Engineer to develop and execute test plans for defence and security systems. You will perform manual and automated testing to ensure high quality and reliability, analyse results, and report defects.

You will collaborate with development teams to understand requirements and design testing strategies, maintain testing documentation, and participate in reviews for continuous improvement. A relevant engineering degree or equivalent experience is required.

Qualifications

  • Experience in testing within the Defence & Security sector.
  • Proficiency in test engineering methodologies and tools.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
  • Attention to detail and a methodical approach to testing.
  • Understanding of both manual and automated testing techniques.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Relevant engineering or technical degree, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

  • Developing and executing test plans and test cases for defence and security systems.
  • Performing manual and automated testing to ensure quality and reliability.
  • Analysing test results and reporting defects or issues.
  • Collaborating with development teams to understand requirements and design testing strategies.
  • Maintaining and updating testing documentation and records.
  • Participating in test reviews and providing feedback for continuous improvement.
  • Assisting in setup and configuration of test environments.
  • Ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Skills

Test engineering methodologies
Manual testing
Automated testing
Analytical thinking
Problem-solving
Communication
Collaboration

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

Testing tools

Job description

Matchtech is seeking a Test Engineer to develop and execute test plans for defence and security systems. You will perform manual and automated testing to ensure high quality and reliability, analyse results, and report defects.

You will collaborate with development teams to understand requirements and design testing strategies, maintain testing documentation, and participate in reviews for continuous improvement. A relevant engineering degree or equivalent experience is required.

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