Senior Test Engineer - Aerospace Fatigue & Environmental

Safran Group; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran Landing Systems in Gloucester is seeking a Senior Test Engineer to deliver development and qualification tests from planning through to final reporting. You will lead test execution, configure instrumentation and ensure data is captured for high-quality reports.

The role covers static, fatigue, endurance, and environmental testing to support new landing gear technologies and ongoing programmes. Excellent collaboration with customers and suppliers is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum HNC/HND or degree in Mechanical/Mechatronics.
• Experience in structural strength, fatigue, environmental, and endurance testing.
• Experience with electrical & hydraulic systems, servo controls and PLCs.
• Proficient in test instrumentation and data acquisition.
• Ability to read technical drawings and test requirement documentation.
• Knowledge of strain gauging is advantageous.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review test procedure requirements.
• Develop detailed resource plans to meet testing objectives.
• Lead and coordinate test execution activities.
• Operate control and data acquisition systems.
• Install and configure test instrumentation.
• Investigate faults and resolve testing issues.
• Collaborate with internal and external customers, suppliers, and stakeholders.
• Produce technical documentation and comprehensive test reports.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the test facility.

Skills

HNC/HND

Degree Mechanical

Hydraulic

Mechatronics

Structural Testing

Static testing

Fatigue testing

Environmental testing

Strain Gauging

Test Rigs

Education

HNC/HND

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Test control systems

Data acquisition systems

Instrumentation

Job description

Safran Landing Systems in Gloucester is seeking a Senior Test Engineer to deliver development and qualification tests from planning through to final reporting. You will lead test execution, configure instrumentation and ensure data is captured for high-quality reports.

The role covers static, fatigue, endurance, and environmental testing to support new landing gear technologies and ongoing programmes. Excellent collaboration with customers and suppliers is essential.