In-Circuit Test (Ict) - Test Engineer

RTX; Glenrothes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + holidays

Contributory Pension Scheme

Company bonus scheme

Life Assurance

Flexible Benefits

Enhanced sickness pay

Enhanced family policies

Job summary

Raytheon UK in Glenrothes is seeking an ICT Test Engineer to join our defence electronics team on-site. You will support Flying Probe and Bed of Nails ICT, drive diagnostics, and work across platforms to ensure high-quality test solutions for NPI and production.

The role requires hands-on experience with ICT equipment, a strong electronics background, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement within a high-reliability environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of HNC in electronics related subject (HND/Degree preferred).
• Experience in In-Circuit Test engineering developing hardware/software for Bed of Nails or Flying Probe platforms.
• Experience in high-reliability electronics manufacturing environments (Defence/Aerospace).
• Knowledge of ERP/MES and IPC-A-610 guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide Flying Probe/Roving Probe ICT solutions for new products (NPIs).
• Provide Bed of Nails ICT solutions.
• Maintain ICT solutions across platforms.
• Validation of Test Platforms and Test Programs.
• Drive continuous improvements and corrective actions to improve efficiency and quality.
• Support production with diagnostics and data analysis.

Skills

High-performance engineer

Self-starter

Electronics manufacturing

High reliability electronics

FMEA/Control Plans

SPC & OEE

ERP/MES

IPC-A-610

Education

HNC in electronics related subject

Tools

FabXpert

Test Expert / Fabmaster

Takaya Flying probe

Teradyne Test Station

SAP

Shopfloor data systems

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-13

Country: United Kingdom

Location: Glenrothes, Fife

Position Role Type: Onsite

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Job Title

In-Circuit Test (ICT) - Test Engineer

Grade

P2

Function

Manufacturing

Location

Glenrothes on-site

Security

Clearance Required

Baseline

BPSS

Duration

Permanent/Full-time/Dayshift

Raytheon UK

At Raytheon UK, we take immense pride in being a leader in defence and aerospace technology. As an employer, we are dedicated to fuelling innovation, nurturing talent, and fostering a culture of excellence.

Joining our team means being part of an organisation that shapes the future of national security whilst investing in your growth and personal development. We provide a collaborative environment, abundant opportunities for professional development, and a profound sense of purpose in what we do. Together, we are not just advancing technology; we're building a community committed to safeguarding a safer and more connected world.

About the role

This is a unique opportunity to join a global Manufacturing and Engineering company to support a wide range of projects in the Defence Manufacturing Electronics industry. This is a hands on role supporting electronics and a range of in-circuit test tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide “Flying Probe” / “Roving Probe” ICT Solutions for new products (NPI’s)
• Provide “Bed of nails” ICT solutions
• Maintain existing ICT solutions across multiple platforms
• Implementation of Engineering Change Notes / Engineering Process Changes
• Validation of Test Platforms and Test Programs
• Design for Excellence (DfX) Analysis and collaboration with Design teams
• Drive through corrective actions to improve efficiencies & product quality
• Support production in high level of diagnostics
• Technical advancement / mentorship of diagnostic technicians & engineers.
• Active team member
• Identify, expedite and / or escape any quality or performance issues
• Achieve On Time Delivery targets
• Effective use of manufacturing data and analysis techniques to proactively identify and address issues, driving systemic Root Cause/Corrective Action
• Report and maintain Process/Equipment Engineering metrics, track performance & yields against team KPIs and Individual Goals & Objectives
• Drive continuous improvements through the use of Best in Class and World Class Manufacturing principles

Skills and Experience

The skills and experience we’re looking for:

• Minimum of HNC in an electronics related subject (HND/Degree preferred). Relevant industry experience will also be considered
• Experience in an In-Circuit Test engineering role developing hardware and software solutions for Bed of Nails and / or Flying Probe platforms.
• High-performance Engineer and self-starter
• Strong knowledge of electronics manufacturing processes over a wide range of technologies and production platforms (CCA, HLA etc.)
• Experience working in a high reliability electronic assembly environment (Defence / Medical / Aerospace). Applicants from a Commercial Electronics background are also encouraged to apply.
• Can demonstrate contribution to specific improvements in Production Programs’ effectiveness efficiency and optimization
• Can lead / participate in process FMEA, Control Plan, Process flow development, review and risk mitigation processes
• Experienced in SPC, OEE, ESD, COSHH & Risk Assessment
• Understands the principles of 6 Sigma (or equivalent methodology) and Lean Manufacturing
• Knowledge and experience of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
• Familiarity with IPC-A-610 guidelines (including recent revision updates)

Desirable

• Experience in the use of FabXpert, Test Expert / Fabmaster (Test program generation)
• Experience in generating Takaya Flying probe test programs
• Experience in generating Teradyne Test Station programs and fixtures (Bed of nails)
• Previous experience of JTAG and some Functional test solutions
• Understands the principles of 6 Sigma and Lean Manufacturing
• Knowledge and experience of SAP and Shopfloor data collection systems
• Technical presentation skills

We understand you may not have experience in every area listed above. We provide training and development where needed, so please do apply — we’ll work with you to identify how we can best support your growth based on your individual skills and experience.

Benefits and Work Culture

Benefits

• Competitive salaries.
• 25 days holiday + statutory public holidays, plus opportunity to buy and sell up to 5 days
• Contributory Pension Scheme (up to 10.5% company contribution)
• Company bonus scheme (discretionary).
• 6 times salary ‘Life Assurance’ with pension.
• Flexible Benefits scheme with extensive salary sacrifice schemes, including Health Cashplan, Dental, and Cycle to Work amongst others.
• Enhanced sick pay.
• Enhanced family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity & shared parental leave.

RTX

Raytheon UK is a landed company and part of the wider RTX organisation. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, USA, but with over 180,000 employees globally across every continent, RTX provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide and comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon.

Supporting over 35,000 jobs across 13 UK sites, RTX is helping to drive prosperity. Each year our work contributes over £2.7bn to the UK economy and offers a wealth of opportunities to 4,000 suppliers across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. We’re investing in all corners of the country, supporting 29,040 jobs in England, 3,040 in Northern Ireland, 1,900 in Scotland and 1,600 in Wales.