Electrical Test Engineer

Carbon60; Harwell; On-site; GBP 39,778 - 56,653; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and technology firm is seeking an experienced Electrical Test Engineer in Harwell, UK. This role involves executing electrical and functional test procedures on spacecraft and payloads, and requires knowledge of spacecraft electrical systems. Candidates must have a minimum HNC or equivalent experience and must hold current SC clearance or be eligible for it. Flexibility for shifting work patterns is essential. Full-time on-site position with a competitive pay rate.

Qualifications

• Must have current SC clearance or be eligible for SC.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in electrical engineering.
• Familiar with test documentation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Execute electrical and functional test procedures.
• Prepare electrical test setups and make measurements.
• Validate test aids and support development of automated tests.
• Assist in electrical integration and support launch test campaigns.

Skills

Knowledge of spacecraft electrical systems and harnesses

Familiarity with spacecraft subsystems

Competence with electrical and RF test equipment

Computer skills for test documentation

Experience updating test sequences/scripts

Awareness of cleanroom disciplines

Experience in electrical integration and environmental campaigns

Education

Minimum HNC or NVQ Level 4 in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE)

Central Checkout System (CCS)

Digital Design and Manufacturing Systems (DDMS)

Job description

Electrical Test Engineer

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Pay Rate: £35.00 per hour (Umbrella) + uplift of 20%

Work Pattern: Shifts – must be flexible to changing shift patterns (including weekends and 24/7 coverage as required)

Security Clearance: Must have current SC clearance or be eligible for SC

IR35: Inside IR35

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Test Operator to join a leading space and high‑tech manufacturing project. You will be responsible for executing electrical and functional test procedures on engineering test benches and flight spacecraft, supporting both preparation and execution of tests in a cleanroom environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute electrical and functional test procedures on engineering test benches, flight spacecraft and payloads
• Prepare electrical test setups, make electrical measurements, and execute functional tests
• Use Central Checkout System (CCS), Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE), and Spacecraft Check Out Equipment (SCOE)
• Validate test aids, update procedures, raise work orders, and prepare test documentation
• Support development and debugging of automated test procedures (ATP)
• Assist with electrical integration, automated/manual tests at unit, subsystem, and system level
• Support environmental and launch test campaigns
• Support department operations, including equipment calibration and logistics

Skills & Experience Required

• Knowledge of spacecraft electrical systems and harnesses
• Familiarity with spacecraft subsystems (Data Handling, Power, Thermal, etc.)
• Competence with electrical and RF test equipment (DMM, oscilloscope, signal generator, power meter, network analyser, etc.)
• Computer skills for test documentation; experience with Digital Design and Manufacturing Systems (DDMS) beneficial
• Experience updating test sequences/scripts for spacecraft tests from CCS
• Awareness of cleanroom disciplines
• Experience in electrical integration, test equipment, and environmental/launch campaigns

Education & Training

• Minimum HNC or NVQ Level 4 in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience, 5+ years)
• Full‑time, on‑site role
• Two‑stage interview process (telephone and on‑site)

To apply: Please submit an up to date copy of your CV to be considered for this position. For more information please email Ellie at Carbon60 at [e-mail]

Location: Swindon, England, United Kingdom