Senior Test Engineer – Lead Secure Testing (Hybrid)

Leonardo; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Flexible working

Learning access to Coursera/LinkedIn

Job summary

Leonardo UK is seeking a Senior Test Engineer in Bristol with a strong background in test planning, design, and execution. You will lead test work packages, manage defects, and mentor junior staff in a hybrid working model.

The role emphasizes security-conscious testing within complex programmes and multi‑supplier environments. The position offers leadership in test strategy, hands‑on testing, and collaboration with customers and project teams.

Qualifications

• Experience creating and executing structured test plans and cases.
• Proficiency with defect management and test management tools (e.g. Jira, Xray, TestRail, Zephyr).
• Familiarity with automation concepts and scripting for testing (e.g. Selenium, Python, Bash, PowerShell).
• Knowledge of system integration and acceptance testing methods.
• Understanding of secure working practices and cyber security considerations in testing.
• Experience working within multi‑supplier delivery environments.
• Confident communication skills suitable for customer‑facing collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of test work packages, including scope, effort estimates, and schedules.
• Design, develop, and review test cases, scripts, and supporting documentation.
• Execute system, integration, and acceptance testing, ensuring alignment with customer requirements.
• Take ownership of defect management, collaborating with developers and stakeholders to ensure timely resolution.
• Mentor and guide Test Engineers and Technicians, supporting skills development and knowledge sharing.
• Conduct reviews of test deliverables to ensure accuracy, quality, and compliance with governance standards.
• Drive improvements in test practices, tools, and automation frameworks.
• Contribute to risk assessments, test strategies, and stakeholder reporting.

Skills

Test planning

Defect management

Test architectures

Automation concepts

Mentoring

Governance

Security testing

Tools

Jira

Xray

TestRail

Zephyr

Selenium

Python

Bash

PowerShell

Job description

Leonardo UK is seeking a Senior Test Engineer in Bristol with a strong background in test planning, design, and execution. You will lead test work packages, manage defects, and mentor junior staff in a hybrid working model.

The role emphasizes security-conscious testing within complex programmes and multi‑supplier environments. The position offers leadership in test strategy, hands‑on testing, and collaboration with customers and project teams.