Electrical Test Engineer

Venn Group; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the space industry seeks an Electrical Test Engineer for a 12-month contract based in Hertfordshire. The role involves developing and executing complex test sequences, providing technical support, and working extensively with spacecraft systems. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with CCS and familiarity with various spacecraft subsystems.

Qualifications

• Experience in writing spacecraft test sequences/scripts using CCS.
• Knowledge of spacecraft subsystems such as power, data handling, and thermal control.
• Familiarity with debugging in Linux/Unix environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute complex test sequences for spacecraft systems.
• Write and maintain test procedures and reports.
• Provide technical support during test execution.

Skills

Writing spacecraft test sequences/scripts

Knowledge of spacecraft subsystems

Debugging in Linux/Unix environments

Using test equipment

Understanding spacecraft system testing

Job description

Venn Group
Electrical Test Engineer
SC Clearance (UKEO)
12 Month Contract
On-site Hertfordshire
£50-£55 per hour (Inside IR35, Umbrella)

Our market-leading client require a Electrical Test Engineer to join them on a long-term contract.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, debug, and execute complex test sequences for spacecraft systems using the Central Checkout System (CCS).
• Write and maintain test procedures and reports; support test reviews such as TRRs, PTRs, and NRBs.
• Provide first-line technical support during test execution and investigate system anomalies.
• Interpret test requirements from specifications and deliver solutions from planning through to execution.
• Support spacecraft functional and environmental testing (e.g., TVAC, EMC, Magnetic) and post-test review processes.

Skills/Experience Required:

• Hands-on experience writing spacecraft test sequences/scripts using CCS (Elisa/Java).
• Knowledge of spacecraft subsystems: power, data handling, AOCS, thermal control, etc.
• Familiarity with TMTC databases and debugging in Linux/Unix environments (bash scripting).
• Competence in using test equipment (e.g., DMMs, oscilloscopes, current probes, 1553/SpaceWire analysers).
• Strong understanding of spacecraft system testing, verification, and configuration management.

Desirable:

• Programming experience in C, Java, Python, TCL or VBA
• Knowledge of spacecraft electrical integration and harnessing

If you are interested in this position please contact Chloe Bailey – [e-mail] /07441916214