Environmental Test Engineer

Prattwhitney; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days Annual Leave

Hybrid Work Options

Healthcare benefits

Pension Scheme

Staff Discounts

EAP

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Plymouth is seeking an Environmental Test Engineer to join the Engineering team, supporting product development and qualification by delivering vibration, shock, climatic and environmental stress screening services. The role requires a degree and at least two years in a lab environment, plus familiarity with ISO17025 and related standards.

You will interpret results, write reports, maintain procedures, and contribute to sustaining UKAS accreditation while driving lab

Qualifications

• Understanding of and experience of working to ISO17025 is essential.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in a Lab environment, ideally working in an Environmental Test facility & Development testing.
• Knowledge of BS EN 60668 & MIL STD 810 standards are highly desirable.
• Educated to a minimum of Degree level.
• High level of attention to detail – Writing reports and results accurately.
• Must be able to demonstrate strong communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Organising and prioritising jobs coming into the laboratory.
• Interpreting test results and then producing and maintaining a good standard of laboratory test reports.
• Programming of vibration controllers to carry out vibration testing (Random, Sine, mixed mode).
• Carrying out electro/mechanical shock testing using a dynamic shaker or traditional methods.
• Carrying out climatics testing – Thermal cycling, Thermal shock, Humidity, Combined temperature & Humidity.
• Supporting maintenance of UKAS accreditation to BS EN ISO 17025 and developing in-house procedures.
• Assessing equipment calibrations and measurement uncertainties to ensure capability in the accredited tests.
• Driving continuous improvement of capabilities, knowledge and processes within the laboratory.

Skills

ISO17025

Lab experience

BS EN 60668

MIL STD 810

Degree

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Details

Date Posted: 2026-07-28 Country: United Kingdom Location: Plymouth, Plymouth Position Role Type: Onsite Role: Environmental Test Engineer Location: Plymouth (on site)

Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology. Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defence industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

An amazing opportunity has arisen for an Environmental Test Engineer to work within the Engineering team enabling engineering product development and qualification by providing a range of test services to support the advancement of our technology. Test services include Vibration, Shock, Climatic and Environmental Stress Screening Services.

What you will do:

• Supporting the maintenance of our processes and procedures to AS9100 and will be responsible for:
• Organising and prioritising jobs coming into the laboratory.
• Interpreting test results and then producing and maintaining a good standard of laboratory test reports.
• Programming of vibration controllers in order to carry out a range of vibration testing including Random, Sine and mixed mode vibration stimuli.
• Carrying out electro/mechanical shock testing using a dynamic shaker or through traditional mechanical shock methods.
• Carrying out a range of climatics testing – Thermal cycling, Thermal shock, Humidity, Combined temperature & Humidity.
Other responsibilities include supporting the maintenance of our UKAS accreditation to BS EN ISO 17025 and for this will include:
• Developing and maintaining in house procedures.
• Assessing equipment calibrations and measurement uncertainties to ensure that capability in the accredited tests is maintained.
• Driving continuous improvement of capabilities, knowledge and processes within the laboratory.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

• Understanding of and experience of working to ISO17025 is essential.
• Minimum of Two years’ experience of working in a Lab environment is also essential – ideally working in an Environmental Test facility & Development testing.
• Knowledge of BS EN 60668 & MIL STD 810 standards are highly desirable.
• Educated to a minimum of Degree level.
• High level of attention to detail – Writing reports and results accurately.
• Must be able to demonstrate strong communications skills.

Why Collins Aerospace?

At Collins Aerospace, you’ll be part of a team that is redefining aerospace, and you’ll have a critical role to play in helping our customers succeed today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. This is your chance to join a global leader with a mission that extends beyond the sky – from civilian to military and government customers, we provide secure communications, missionized systems, and innovative space solutions.

Benefits

• 25 days Annual Leave + Public Holidays
• Attractive Compensation Package
• Hybrid Work Options (Role dependent)
• Professional Development & Growth Support with professional fees
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Healthcare benefits (including a healthcare cash plan)
• Staff Discounts
• Work/Life Balance & Wellness Programs
• Employee Recognition & Referral Bonuses
• Death in Service Benefit
• Generous Employer Contribution to Pension Scheme

Ready to Take on the Challenge?

Collins Aerospace offers you the opportunity to work with a talented team, drive innovation, and develop your career while supporting our mission to revolutionize the aerospace industry.

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry‑leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.