Systems Test Engineer

慨正橡扯

City of Edinburgh

Hybrid

GBP 31,253 - 47,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Up to 15% employer pension contribution

Free access to mental health support

Accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days per year

Access to online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning

Job summary

慨正橡扯 is seeking a Systems Test Engineer to join its Airborne AESA Radar team in Edinburgh. This role offers the chance to work at the forefront of radar technology, supporting integration and verification activities.

The ideal candidate will possess a degree in a STEM field and experience with verification and validation activities. The position promises a hybrid working environment and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

Degree level qualification (or equivalent experience) in a STEM related subject.
Practical experience of engineering within a commercial environment or equivalent R&D.
Experience in the use of general purpose test equipment.

Responsibilities

Conduct system acceptance testing and verify system requirements.
Work closely with teams on system integration.
Investigate system issues and demonstrate radar operation.

Skills

Verification and validation activities

Excellent written and verbal presentation skills

Experience with general purpose test equipment

Education

Degree in a STEM related subject

Tools

MATLAB

Spectrum analysers

Oscilloscopes

Signal generators

Job description

Job Description

Salary: £31,253 – £47,000

Leonardo 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

We are looking for a Systems Test Engineer to join our Airborne AESA Radar team within Leonardo's Radar and Advanced Targeting line of business in Edinburgh, with potential for occasional travel within the UK and worldwide to our customer and end‑user sites.

This role offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of radar technology, supporting system integration, verification, and qualification activities.

The role will be shift‑based, operating as part of a team working a 4‑on/4‑off pattern.

You will work within an Integrated Project Team, collaborating with engineers drawn from a diverse group of engineering disciplines to ensure complex systems perform as intended in demanding operational environments.

What you’ll do

Conduct system acceptance testing in accordance with published procedures
Verify the system satisfies the system and subsystem requirements
System integration, working closely with software, firmware, and hardware teams
Participate in test readiness and post‑test reviews
Investigate, problem solve, and help resolve system issues and defects
Demonstrate radar operation in a lab‑based environment to customers and industry partners
Ensure adherence to engineering processes, quality standards, and safe working practices

Development Opportunities

Gain experience in system and sub‑system qualification testing and reporting
Support flight trials, including integration of systems onto aircraft
Contribute to in‑service support and platform upgrades
Develop expertise in advanced radar systems and their operational use

What you’ll bring

Essential requirements

Degree level qualification (or equivalent experience) in a STEM related subject
Practical experience of engineering within a commercial environment or an equivalent research and development organisation
Experience of verification and validation activities to achieve certification and delivery
Experience in the use of general purpose test equipment (GPTE), spectrum analysers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, etc.
An ability to interact with the end user communities on a range of technical and operational topics
Excellent written and verbal presentation skills including proficiency with MS‑Office applications

Desirable experience

Familiarity with MATLAB would be an advantage
Practical experience of AESA Radar operation would be an advantage
IOSH certification would be an advantage – full training will be given

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.