Principal Test Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job description

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Due to sustained growth and the evolution of business requirements of our customer base, the Intelligence Solutions business within Leonardo UK Ltd is seeking to expand our Test & Release capability for the assurance of multiple projects.

We are therefore looking to recruit an experienced ICT Test engineer who can quickly settle into the systems and customer environment (UK MOD) and apply their test and release skills to systems integration projects which we are about to commence.

The role will be focused on a multi-tiered programme that is looking for a proactive Test Manager with demonstrable experience (preferably with a background in system engineering), responsible for the successful delivery of projects and programmes through a testing focus for the end client. The role requires strategic thinking and hands-on testing when necessary.

This is a newly established role aiming to build new ways of working within both a well-established ICT engineering team and a newly formed development team using different delivery methodologies, making it an ideal time to influence how Testing and Transition will operate for system and service delivery.

You will identify areas not complying with quality standards and policies, propose corrective actions, troubleshoot errors, and streamline testing procedures.

You will also assist in or lead the creation of documentation such as instruction guides, procedure guides, specification reports, operation manuals, technical reports, and maintenance documents based on your in-depth understanding of the system gained through testing.

• Ensure all change projects and programmes develop appropriate test and transition management plans in collaboration with stakeholders to address impacts for all change initiatives before release.
• Coach and mentor stakeholders involved in test and transition practices, ensuring business readiness and identifying risks and issues.
• Work with teams to define testing approaches, tooling, and issue mitigation strategies.
• Provide assurance, coaching, and mentoring to develop a competent workforce in good testing and transition practices.
• Engage in end-to-end programme activities from requirements gathering to hands-on testing.

The ideal candidate must have experience as a test manager, with extensive knowledge of test automation, architecture, and strategy, responsible for overall testing strategy and transformation. A good understanding of test methodologies and planning experience is essential.

• The candidate must be a sole UK national with current DV clearance.
• Experience in performing system testing/engineering roles.
• Extensive experience with Test Automation.
• Experience in Programme Testing Management.
• Strategic and technical leadership skills for testing delivery.
• Ability to define effective test strategies.
• Knowledge of testing within Waterfall and Agile methodologies.

A background in the defence industry is desirable.

Security Clearance

Required for the role.

Life at Leonardo

Leonardo offers a comprehensive benefits package, commitment to learning and development, and flexible working hours focused on employee and customer needs. A career with Leonardo provides many opportunities and accessibility.

• Pension: Award-winning pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution).
• Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave, and up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year.
• Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. Part-time opportunities available.
• Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme, mental health support, financial wellbeing support, and employee networks (Enable, Pride, etc.).
• Lifestyle: Discounted gym memberships, Cycle to Work scheme.
• Flexible benefits: Private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance).
• Training: Free access to over 4000 online courses via Coursera.
• Referral Incentive: Rewards for successful employee referrals.
• Bonus: Scheme available for employees at management level and below.