Electronics Test Engineer

Morson Edge; Loudwater; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider in defence solutions is seeking an experienced Electronics Test Engineer for a contract position in Loudwater, UK. The role requires setting up and running production tests on various electronic products in a controlled environment. Candidates should have prior electronic test experience and be comfortable following formal test procedures. Knowledge of inspection standards like IPC is beneficial. This position offers a chance to contribute to high-reliability projects.

Qualifications

• Prior electronic test experience is essential.
• Inspection standard accreditation such as IPC 610/620 is highly beneficial.
• Experience in regulated environments such as aerospace or medical is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run production tests on various electronic and electromechanical products.
• Document test results accurately.
• Identify failures during testing and report to the Test Systems Engineer.

Skills

Prior electronic test experience

Fault-finding skills across electronic assemblies

Hands-on electronics or electromechanical test experience

Job description

Role Overview

Our client, a global leader in anti-submarine warfare (ASW) solutions, is seeking an experienced Electronics Test Engineer to work on a contract position. The role involves testing manufactured products using predefined test procedures at the client’s state-of-the-art facility in High Wycombe (postcode HP10 9SD).

It is a shopfloor, production test role supporting operations in a high-reliability, regulated environment. You will set up and run production tests on a variety of electronic and electromechanical products, follow documented procedures, and complete test documentation. Work is project‑based with new systems and products coming through regularly.

What you’ll be doing

• Setting up test equipment and carrying out production testing in line with defined test procedures
• Testing a range of electronic boards, interfaces, cables and multi‑servo systems
• Using ATE / test interfaces as part of the production test environment
• Fault‑finding test failures and feeding back to Production and Manufacturing Engineering to support process improvements
• Raising MRBs / defect reports where required
• Supporting other members of the Test team and working to production deadlines
• Maintaining and repairing test equipment where necessary

Core Duties

• Perform tests on manufactured products using predefined test procedures
• Collect and document test results accurately for analysis
• Identify failures and anomalies during testing and report findings to the Test Systems Engineer
• Conduct environmental, functional, and stress testing as required
• Set up and configure test equipment according to test specifications
• Perform routine calibration and maintenance on test systems
• Troubleshoot and resolve minor issues with test setups before escalating to the Test Systems Engineer
• Run automated test scripts developed by the Test Systems Engineer
• Provide feedback on the effectiveness and reliability of automated test sequences
• Assist in debugging and refining automated test processes
• Identify potential issues in test processes and suggest improvements
• Work closely with manufacturing and quality teams to diagnose failures
• Escalate complex issues to the Test Systems Engineer for deeper analysis
• Follow established testing protocols and regulatory guidelines
• Ensure all testing activities are documented in compliance with industry and company standards
• Maintain accurate logs of test results, equipment usage, and issues encountered
• Work closely with production teams to ensure seamless testing within the manufacturing flow
• Assist in training production personnel on test procedures and equipment usage
• Provide real‑time feedback to the Test Systems Engineer on test system performance
• Suggest improvements to test procedures based on hands‑on experience
• Participate in test development discussions with the Test Systems Engineer
• Stay updated on new test methodologies and best practices in the industry

Experience they're looking for

• Prior electronic test experience (ESSENTIAL)
• Inspection standard accreditation such as IPC 610/620, J‑Std, etc. (highly beneficial)
• Hands‑on electronics or electromechanical test experience
• Experience working in a controlled / regulated environment such as aerospace, defence, medical or similar high‑reliability industries
• Comfortable following formal test procedures and completing documentation
• Fault‑finding skills across electronic assemblies and systems
• RF exposure is beneficial but not essential
• Candidates with electronics testing experience in regulated environments will stand out strongly