Electrical Test Operations Engineer

Carbon 60; East Hagbourne; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading space and high‑tech manufacturer in East Hagbourne is seeking an experienced Electrical Test Operations Engineer to execute electrical and functional test procedures on spacecraft and engineering test benches. The role requires expertise in spacecraft electrical systems and RF test equipment. A minimum of HNC or NVQ Level 4 in Electrical Engineering and 5+ years' experience are required. This full-time, on-site position offers a pay rate of £35.00 per hour and is subject to shift work and flexibility for changing patterns.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in electrical engineering
• Experience with automated/manual tests at unit, subsystem, and system levels
• Ability to support environmental and launch test campaigns

Responsibilities

• Execute electrical and functional test procedures on engineering test benches and spacecraft
• Prepare electrical test setups and make measurements
• Support development and debugging of automated test procedures
• Assist with equipment calibration and logistics

Skills

Knowledge of spacecraft electrical systems and harnesses

Familiarity with spacecraft subsystems (Data Handling, Power, Thermal)

Competence with electrical and RF test equipment

Computer skills for test documentation

Experience updating test sequences/scripts for spacecraft tests

Awareness of cleanroom disciplines

Experience in electrical integration and environmental campaigns

Education

Minimum HNC or NVQ Level 4 in Electrical Engineering

Tools

DMM

Oscilloscope

Signal generator

Power meter

Network analyser

Job description

Electrical Test Operations Engineer

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

Location: Harwell, Oxfordshire

Contract: 12 months (possible extension)

Hours: average 38 hours per week

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)

Additional Details

Full‑time, on‑site role

Shift work

Two‑stage interview process (telephone and on‑site)

To apply

To apply: Please submit an up to date copy of your CV to be considered for this position. For more information please call Ellie at Carbon60 on (phone number removed)

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