Industrial Placement Test Systems Engineer

Leonardo; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time to recharge

Pension scheme

Mental health support

Flexible benefits allowance

Job summary

Leonardo is offering an Industrial Placement Test Systems Engineer program in the UK. You will gain hands‑on experience on real development and production test solutions across RF, microwave, antenna, high‑speed digital, laser and optical engineering disciplines.

You will work closely with Electronics, Systems, Software and Mechanical teams to deliver solutions. Entry requires an undergraduate or higher degree in Electronics/Engineering and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Currently studying for a Bachelor’s/Integrated Master’s degree or higher (MSc/PhD).
• Disciplines include Electronics, Systems or related fields as listed in the ad.
• Strong communication and collaborative skills are expected.

Responsibilities

• Experience across the full design lifecycle from requirements to validation.
• Contribute to test system design for RF, microwave, antenna, and optics contexts.
• Collaborate with Electronics, Systems, Software, Mechanical teams and suppliers.
• Engage with customers and end users to understand needs.

Skills

Test systems

RF engineering

Microwave tech

Antenna design

Optical engineering

Digital design

Education

Electronics/Electrical Engineering (Bachelor/MSc)

Job description

Job Description:

Your impact

Are you ready to make an impact and gain hands‑on experience working on real‑world projects from day one?

At

The placement will run from 28.06.2027 to 30.06.2028. We encourage you to spend at least three days each week on site to integrate with your team and maximise your learning experience.

During the programme, you will

• Develop the skills required to create test solutions, across a varied product portfolio.


• Explore stages of the development lifecycle, such as requirements definition through to implementation, integration test and delivery.


• Build practical experience by working on real development and production test solutions delivered to internal and external customers.


• Enhance your technical capability through a combination of on‑the‑job learning and formal training, aligned to business needs and your career aspirations.

As an Industrial Placement Test Systems Engineer, you will

• Gain experience across the full design lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, integration, qualification and certification.


• Contribute to the design of test systems covering technologies such as RF, microwave, antenna, high‑speed digital, laser and optical engineering.


• Develop an understanding of complex products through close collaboration with engineers across Electronics, Systems, Software, Mechanical and Supportability disciplines.


• Have opportunities to engage with suppliers, customers and end users.

What you’ll bring

Entry Requirements

• Currently studying for a Bachelor’s/Integrated Master’s degree, or higher degree, such as MSc or PhD.


• For this role, acceptable degree disciplines include:

Electronics & Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Systems Engineering, Engineering Design, Product Design Engineering, Communications Engineering, Engineering Physics, Applied Physics & Engineering Science.

Competencies we look for

• Be a self‑motivated individual, willing to take on new challenges and drive continuous personal development.


• Strong communication skills across a variety of mediums i.e. written, verbal, digital, etc.


• The ability to develop effective working relationships with peers and stakeholders.


• Adaptable to the ever‑changing demands that will be encountered within the role.


• Offer novel ideas and methods for solving technical problems, drawing on personal experiences and knowledge learned during academic studies.

Personal Attributes

• Enthusiastic and motivated


• Curious with a desire to learn


• Proactive and accountable


• Strong communicator and team player


• Adaptable and resilient


• Organised with attention to detail


• Positive and professional approach to work

Security Clearance

Many of our roles are subject to security and export control restrictions set by UK Government Security requirements and customer obligations. As a result, and in line with the UK Government Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) requirements, all successful applicants will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record declaration information and employment and/or education history verification for the previous five years.

For staff operating in more sensitive posts, there is an additional range of personnel security controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV). As part of this process, a range of factors may be considered, including an individual's background, travel history, nationality, previous nationalities held and other information relevant to the vetting assessment.

To be eligible for National Security Vetting at SC level, applicants will generally be expected to have continuously resided in the UK for the previous five years. For DV clearance, this is typically ten years. In some circumstances, time spent overseas may be accepted, with additional overseas checks. Additional vetting requirements may apply upon appointment.

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Why join us

At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do, our teams are key contributors in shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.

We offer a comprehensive, company‑funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you’re looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.

• Time to recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.


• Secure your future: Benefit from our award‑winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.


• Your wellbeing matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee‑led networks championing inclusion and diversity.


• Tailored perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.

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We are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people, communities and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.