Test Development Engineer

Spectrum Control; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the defense and space manufacturing sector is seeking a Test Development Engineer. The role involves guiding microelectronic test solutions, supporting new product launches, and maintaining test systems. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in electronics design and the ability to develop test documentation. Join a team that values flexible working practices and provides opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Flexible working practices

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Health cash plan

Private healthcare

Pension scheme with 6% employer contributions

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Support for further training and education

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• 5 years proven experience in Electronics Design/Manufacture/Test.
• Practical understanding of electronics assembly including test and validation of product.
• Familiarity with PCBa techniques and electronic test methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead microelectronic test solution design and implementation.
• Generate full test documentation and training for manufacturing staff.
• Develop engineering cost for new test solutions.

Skills

Electronics Design

Software Design

Test and Validation

Education

HND or Bachelor/Masters Degree in Electronics Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP / MRP systems

Job description

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Main Responsibilities

The main purpose of the role is to guide and lead microelectronic test solution design, implementation in support of new product launch and help maintain test systems.

• Engineering lead for test solution design and release to manufacture
• Provide support for current and new products in manufacturing
• Design and develop test solutions in the form of guidance on PCBa design, test socket identification, test software programming and support for scripting.
• Generate full test documentation, instructions, and drawings for manufacturing release. Including training of manufacturing staff.
• Diagnose and repair products which fall outside of specification limits
• Identify and support equipment procurement, specification and installation associated with key programmes.
• Develop and support engineering cost associated with creating new test solutions
• Liaise with customers and design partners to ensure products meet performance requirements, supporting customer meetings and discussions as needed
• Participate in cost saving and continuous improvement activities
• Comply with EHS policies and applicable regulatory requirements
• Undertake any other duties and responsibilities as required/instructed in order to maintain and/or improve the efficiency, quality and service of the engineering team
  
  

Main Responsibilities

The main purpose of the role is to guide and lead microelectronic test solution design, implementation in support of new product launch and help maintain test systems.

• Engineering lead for test solution design and release to manufacture
• Provide support for current and new products in manufacturing
• Design and develop test solutions in the form of guidance on PCBa design, test socket identification, test software programming and support for scripting.
• Generate full test documentation, instructions, and drawings for manufacturing release. Including training of manufacturing staff.
• Diagnose and repair products which fall outside of specification limits
• Identify and support equipment procurement, specification and installation associated with key programmes.
• Develop and support engineering cost associated with creating new test solutions
• Liaise with customers and design partners to ensure products meet performance requirements, supporting customer meetings and discussions as needed
• Participate in cost saving and continuous improvement activities
• Comply with EHS policies and applicable regulatory requirements
• Undertake any other duties and responsibilities as required/instructed in order to maintain and/or improve the efficiency, quality and service of the engineering team
  
  

Education/qualifications

• HND or Bachelor/Masters Degree in Electronics Engineering
• >5 years proven experience in Electronics Design/Manufacture/Test
• Practical understanding of electronics assembly including test and validation of product
• Experience in the electronics manufacture or similar industries
  
  

Competencies:

Any or all the following are desirable, but not essential:

• Strong Electronics Engineering background
• Software Design and Programming (Python, LabView, C, VBA, MatLab
• High reliability microelectronics test
  
  

Familiarity with:

• PCBa techniques
• Electronic test methodologies
• Industry quality standards
• Microsoft Office (especially Word, Excel, Outlook)
• ERP / MRP systems
• RF Test/tune experience at GHz frequencies
  
  

Other requirements:

• Some travel may be required
• SC clearance or ability to obtain
  
  

What we can offer you:

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package that recognises the value you bring to Spectrum Control:

• Flexible working practices – we work a 9-day fortnight, offer hybrid working, flexitime, and work a half day Friday
• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) with the option to buy up to 5 additional days
• Health cash plan – cash back for everyday health expenses
• Private healthcare
• Pension scheme with 6% employer contributions
• Life assurance – 4 x annual salary
• Reward and recognition platform
• Discount platform – retail, leisure, gym discounts and more
• Employee assistance programme with access to confidential counselling services
• Support for further training and education
• Continuous development and career progression opportunities
• Relocation assistance up to £8,000 if you relocate to take up a position with us
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Third-Party Recruiters

Please note, that per Spectrum Control Policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening and in alignment with our values and expectations. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Spectrum Control will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity. If you or your agency are interested in becoming an approved vendor please contact [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Quality Assurance

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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