Test engineer (LABVIEW experience)

ALTEN; Bicester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Employee assistance programme

Life insurance & pension scheme

Social atmosphere and team events

Flexible working (role dependent)

Job summary

ALTEN Ltd is seeking a Software Engineer with LabVIEW experience to support the development of advanced electric propulsion technology for next-generation fully electric aircraft. The role blends front-end and back-end development in a fast-paced, innovative environment focused on sustainable aviation.

Located in Bicester, this on-site hybrid position requires 2-3 years of experience and a strong LabVIEW background.

Qualifications

• Proven LabVIEW experience is essential.
• Solid understanding of software development lifecycle and best practices.
• Experience in front-end and back-end development.
• Familiarity with control systems, instrumentation, or data acquisition is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain software using LabVIEW and other tools.
• Contribute to front-end (UI/UX) and back-end (core logic, data processing) development.
• Support software architecture design and development.
• Collaborate with hardware, systems, and test engineers.

Skills

LabVIEW

Software engineering principles

Front-end development

Back-end development

Control systems

Python/C/C++

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering

Job description

Job Description

ALTEN Ltd is seeking a talented Software Engineer with LabVIEW experience to support the development of advanced electric propulsion technology for next-generation fully electric aircraft.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a cutting‑edge engineering programme, combining front‑end and back‑end development with real‑world applications in a highly innovative and fast‑paced environment focused on sustainable aviation.

• Location: Bicester
• On Site: Hybrid (3 days on site)
• Experience Level: Junior to mid (2-3 years)

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain software solutions using LabVIEW and other programming tools
• Contribute to both front‑end (UI/UX interfaces) and back‑end (core system logic, data processing) development
• Support the design and development of software architecture
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including hardware, systems, and test engineers
• Develop test rigs, data acquisition systems, and automation tools
• Ensure code quality through testing, validation, and documentation
• Support integration and testing activities within a structured engineering environment

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Proven experience with LabVIEW (essential)
• Strong background in software engineering principles
• Experience in both front‑end and back‑end development
• Knowledge of control systems, instrumentation, or data acquisition systems is highly desirable
• Familiarity with languages such as Python, C/C++, or similar is a plus
• Experience working in engineering, aerospace, automotive, or other high‑tech industries
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work collaboratively

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience.
• Proven hands‑on experience with LabVIEW (essential)
• Solid understanding of software development lifecycle and best practices
• Experience in both front‑end and back‑end development
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, engineering‑driven environment
• Knowledge of control systems, instrumentation, or data acquisition systems
• Familiarity with Python, C/C++, or similar programming languages
• Experience in aerospace, automotive, or other high‑tech industries
• Experience with electric motors, power electronics, or embedded systems
• Understanding of real‑time systems and hardware integration
• Knowledge of verification & validation processes

Additional Information

• A personalized career path and a rewarding management style
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• Private medical insurance
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & pension scheme
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes.

ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected. Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.