Senior Test Development Engineer

Matchtech; Harlow; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence and security tech firm is seeking a Senior Test Development Engineer in Harlow. This permanent role involves the design, verification, and validation of test equipment, with responsibilities for compliance, documentation, and collaboration across teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in circuit design and test software.

Benefits

25 days holiday + public holidays

Flexible working hours

Pension contributions up to 10.5%

Discretionary company bonus

Health Cash Plan and Dental benefits

Enhanced sick pay and family leave policies

Car allowance and private medical

Qualifications

• Strong background in test software design and circuit design.
• Experience in safety-regulated sectors like Defence or Aerospace.
• Exceptional hardware debugging skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of functional test equipment for systems.
• Drive compliance with test development processes.
• Develop test hardware/software and validation procedures.

Skills

Test Engineering

Development

LABVIEW

Circuit Design

Tools

NI LabVIEW

Mentor Graphics

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17.06.2025

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Job summary

The Senior Test & Development Engineer will be responsible for the design, manufacture, verification and validation, along with through life technical support of board level, sub-system and system level test equipment.

Key skills required for this role

Test Engineer, Development, LABVIEW

Important

All applicants must be able to obtain Security Clearance and be a sole / dual British national.

Job Title: Senior Test Development Engineer
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Harlow

Due to the nature of this role, you must be eligible for SC (Security Check) clearance. BPSS clearance to start.

Who We Are & What's on Offer

Matchtech has partnered with a leading Defence and Security tech firm seeking a Senior Test Development Engineer for a permanent role, with multiple opportunities available for both permanent and contract positions.

Where You'll Make an Impact

As a skilled Senior Test Development Engineer, you'll spearhead the design of functional test equipment for circuit cards, sub-assemblies, and systems-driving quality through rigorous design standards, gated reviews, and proactive risk management.

Your Key Responsibilities Include:

• Test Engineering Leadership: Provide technical direction and mentorship on small to medium-scale programmes.
• Design Ownership: Deliver robust, reliable test solutions from concept to completion.
• Process & Governance: Drive compliance with test development processes and tools. Act as key contributor at design gates and reviews, managing risks and opportunities.
• Collaboration & Communication: Work closely with hardware/software teams to align system interfaces and protocols. Act as a main point of contact for customers and suppliers.
• Development & Support: Develop test hardware/software and validation procedures. Support manufacturing, resolve technical issues, and manage hardware obsolescence.
• Project & Planning: Track progress, report to leadership, and contribute to resource planning using tools like Microsoft Project.
• Compliance & Conduct: Uphold company values, H&S legislation, and ethical standards. Support wider business needs as required.

The Essentials You'll Need

• Technical Expertise: Strong background in test software design with excellent knowledge of analogue and digital circuit design.
• Documentation & Handover: Skilled in producing clear, comprehensive technical documentation and managing smooth design handover to production.
• Troubleshooting & Support: Exceptional hardware debugging skills with proven ability to support and troubleshoot during system integration.

Where I Add Value

• Industry Experience: Significant test development background, ideally within Defence, Aerospace, or other safety-regulated sectors.
• Tools & Technologies: Proficient in Mentor Graphics for schematic entry and PCB layout; experienced with common test architectures such as PXI and LXI.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of measurement uncertainty in test design and validation; capable in mixed-signal circuit design, power supply design, and high-speed serial networks, with a working appreciation of RF electronics.
• Software Expertise: Skilled in NI LabVIEW, NI CVI, NI TestStand, and C#; experience with software certification is a plus.

Total Rewards on Offer

• Holiday: 25 days + public holidays, with option to buy/sell 5 days.
• Flexible Hours: Early 1:30pm finish every Friday.
• Pension: Up to 10.5% company contribution.
• Bonus: Discretionary company bonus scheme.
• Life Cover: 6x salary with pension.
• Benefits Package: Includes Health Cash Plan, Dental, Cycle to Work, and more.
• Family & Sick Pay: Enhanced sick pay and family leave policies.
• Car & Medical: Car allowance and private medical (role dependent).

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