Senior Test Solutions Engineer

Leonardo Worldwide Corporation; Luton; On-site; GBP 44,171 - 61,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave and flexi-days

Award-winning pension scheme

Free mental health support

Bonus scheme

Access to online courses

Flexible working options

Annual budget for flexible benefits

Job summary

Leonardo Worldwide Corporation is seeking a Senior Test Solutions Engineer in Luton. You will support the Engineering Management of Test Solutions, focusing on complex Microwave test solutions related to the Eurofighter Typhoon.

The ideal candidate has a solid background in electronic technologies, particularly RF, and experience with NI LabVIEW and TestStand. This role offers a hybrid working model and a competitive salary ranging from £44,171 to £61,950.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience of designing complex Test Solutions for the full life cycle.
• Good understanding of a range of electronic technologies from DC to light.
• Experience with external suppliers and outsourcing complex work packages.

Responsibilities

• Create and capture requirements for Test Equipment Requirement Specifications (TERS).
• Contribute to the Engineering technical quality, schedule and budget.
• Manage suppliers and project Make/Buy decisions.

Skills

Designing complex Test Solutions

Electronic technologies knowledge

NI LabVIEW & TestStand expertise

Communication skills

Budget control

Education

Degree qualified or equivalent

Tools

NI LabVIEW

TestStand

Job description

## Senior Test Solutions EngineerApplylocations: GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R0030446**Job Description:**Salary: £44,171 to £61,950Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity.**Your Impact:**The Praetorian Defensive Aids Sub-System (DASS) currently installed on the Eurofighter Typhoon, provides protection against air-to-air and surface-to-air threats, by monitoring and proactively responding to the operational environment.Leonardo has a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Test Solutions Engineer join this exciting project and to support the Engineering Management of Test Solutions.As the Senior Engineer for the design or subcontract of complex Microwave test solutions, the Senior Test Solutions Engineer will need to be a talented and experienced Engineer, familiar with working on complex electronic (ideally RF, Digital and analogue based) Test Solutions.**What you will do:*** Create and capture requirements for Test Equipment Requirement Specifications (TERS)* Ensure effective implementation of the company's Life-cycle design reviews* Contribute to the Engineering technical quality, schedule and budget* Support the management of Suppliers and project Make/Buy decisions as required* Identify technical risks and mitigation strategies e.g. with test solutions or obsolescence* Ensure that the design rationale is documented where change is required* Input to Material Review Boards and Failure Review Boards* Concession management – ensuring effective closure plans are in place and enacted**What you’ll bring*** Hands-on experience of designing complex Test Solutions for the full life cycle* Good understanding of a range of electronic technologies from dc to light or a good understand of Systems/Software engineering lifecycle.* Experience of working with external supplies and outsourcing complex work packages.* Extensive knowledge in NI LabVIEW & TestStand.* Degree qualified (or equivalent)* Good schedule and budget control* Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders* Knowledge of engineering life cycle and business process.**It would be nice if you had:*** Good understanding of digital/analogue/RF systems with ESM and ECM* Experience of working in the defence electronics sector, ideally with airborne sensor systems.Travel within the UK will be required for this roleTravel within Europe may be required for this role**Security Clearance**This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting**Why join us**At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. 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 (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).* Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.* Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.* Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.* Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.* Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.At Leonardo 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 and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.Be part of something bigger - apply now!**Primary Location:**GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300**Contract Type:**Permanent**Hybrid Working:**Hybrid