Electronic Architect

Matchtech; Stevenage, Bolton; Híbrido; GBP 68.000 - 97.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Matchtech is seeking experienced Test Equipment Engineers for a defence-sector role, delivering system and sub-system test solutions across full lifecycles. You will lead FE requirements and coordinate internal teams, suppliers, and customers to ensure compliant, high-quality test capabilities enter service.

The role focuses on defining and managing Test Equipment, with CE certification considerations and DOORS-based requirements, in a project-led environment.

Formación

• Degree-qualified (or equivalent experience) in Test, Electrical, or Electronic Engineering.
• Strong background in Test Engineering, including digital electronics and microprocessor systems; analogue electronics and RF; power electronics; test equipment design.
• Good working knowledge of CE directives, DOORS, structured test modelling techniques, and project management.

Responsabilidades

• Collate and manage Test Equipment requirements from internal, domestic, and export customers across the full product lifecycle.
• Define, manage, and control Test Equipment requirements through development, delivery, and in-service support.
• Assess design documentation to demonstrate compliance with CE certification requirements.
• Support cross-functional teams to drive down test solution defects (PRs, CNs).
• Track, manage, and report test solution defects and corrective actions.
• Act as the primary interface between project teams and Test Equipment suppliers.
• Manage and align customer expectations throughout the development lifecycle.
• Support reporting on test solution time, cost, quality, and performance.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Test Engineering

Requirements capture

Project management

Problem solving

Educación

Degree-qualified (or equivalent experience) in Test, Electrical, or Electronic Engineering

Herramientas

DOORS

Descripción del empleo

Rate: up to £60ph, UMB, inside IR35
Contract: 6 months
Engagement: Umbrella (Inside IR35)
Location: Stevenage or Bolton (1-2 days per week on site)
Travel: Occasional travel to France may be required

A leading organisation within the UK defence sector is seeking experienced Test Equipment Engineers to move into a system / sub-system management role. This position focuses on defining, managing, and delivering Test Equipment solutions across the full product lifecycle for complex defence programmes.

You will act as the focal point for Test Equipment requirements, working closely with internal teams, suppliers, and customers to ensure compliant, high-quality test solutions are delivered into service.

Key Responsibilities

• Collate and manage Test Equipment requirements from internal, domestic, and export customers across the full product lifecycle
• Define, manage, and control Test Equipment requirements through development, delivery, and in-service support
• Assess design documentation to demonstrate compliance with CE certification requirements
• Support cross-functional teams to drive down test solution defects (PRs, CNs)
• Track, manage, and report test solution defects and corrective actions
• Act as the primary interface between project teams and Test Equipment suppliers
• Manage and align customer expectations throughout the development lifecycle
• Support reporting on test solution time, cost, quality, and performance

Skills & Experience Required

• Degree-qualified (or equivalent experience) in Test, Electrical, or Electronic Engineering
• Strong background in Test Engineering, ideally including one or more of the following:
  • Digital electronics and microprocessor systems
  • Analogue electronics and RF
  • Power electronics
  • Test Equipment design
• Good working knowledge of:
  • Product certification against CE directives
  • Requirements capture using DOORS
  • Structured test modelling techniques
  • Project management and planning
• Proven ability to manage diverse and conflicting stakeholders
• Strong leadership and influencing skills across engineering and programme teams
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Proactive, determined, and delivery-focused mindset
• Willingness to travel when required, including occasional travel to France