Test Systems Design Engineer (Electronics)

Rolls-Royce plc; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Annual Leave

Retirement Savings Trust

Group Life Assurance

Income Protection

Employee Shares Matching

Digital GP

EAP & Live Well programmes

Job summary

Rolls-Royce plc in Solihull is hiring a Test Systems Design Engineer to support test equipment in the manufacturing facility. You will design and develop software and hardware for testing aerospace and military products, ensuring requirements are met from definition through commissioning.

The role involves collaboration with management and customers, fault diagnosis, and documentation of test platforms. A strong electronics background and hands-on testing experience are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Requires degree in electronic engineering or equivalent with electronics test equipment knowledge.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to analyse complex systems.
• Experience in software and hardware testing for aerospace or military products.

Responsibilities

• Define electrical, electronic and software systems to meet current and future test needs.
• Coordinate with test management and customers to ensure planning and commissioning aligns with requirements.
• Fault finding at rig and component levels and provide second-tier maintenance support.
• Develop and document policies and procedures for controlled test platform development.

Skills

C programming

C#

TestStand

LabVIEW

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Electronics test equipment

Job description

Job Description Test Systems Design Engineer - Electronics Full time Solihull/Hybrid

Why join Rolls-Royce? At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere. By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled Test Systems Design Engineer to join our team in Solihull. In this role you will help support our range of test equipment used within our manufacturing facility, help to manage introduction of new equipment, design and develop software and hardware required for testing aerospace and military products. This work covers all aspects of test development, from software/hardware design from requirements definition, integration testing, test process validation, operator training, liaising with internal and external customers and suppliers into the business.

What you will be doing

You will help support our range of test equipment used within our manufacturing facility, help to manage introduction of new equipment, design and develop software and hardware required for testing aerospace and military products. Review test requirements and define Electrical, Electronic and Software systems that are capable of meeting current and future demands Coordinate with Electronics Test management, and identified customer to ensure that planning, building, and commissioning are supported and that equipment is purchased in line with business requirements Fault finding of test systems (at both rig level and test equipment component level) and provide support in resolving technical issues to ensure test requirements are met. Also provide second tier support to front line maintenance personal to help resolve complex diagnostic issues Develop and document policies, procedures, and technologies to ensure that the development of test platforms and applications are carried out in a controlled way

Who we’re looking for

At Rolls-Royce we embrace agility, are bold, pursue collaboration and seek simplicity in everything we do. These principles form our values and behaviours and are an essential component of our assessment process and are fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles. Software programming skills (C, C#, Teststand, Labview), including commissioning and validation Degree level in Electronic Engineering or equivalent with working knowledge of electronics test equipment and instrumentation. Also have strong problem-solving skills, and an ability to understand the level of analysis Strong electronics hardware engineering background, preferably in a test environment working on electronics hardware, instrumentation and software development Understanding of analogue/ digital interfacing circuitry and methodologies to interface unit under test-to-test equipment platforms, including multiplexers and switching Skilled at working within a team-oriented, collaborative environment or as a sole contributor on identified projects and able to communicate ideas in both technical and user-friendly language

Regional Benefits

• Generous Annual Leave
• Retirement Savings through the Rolls Royce Retirement Savings Trust
• Group Life Assurance provides for a lump sum benefit if you die whilst employed by Rolls-Royce Group
• Income Protection provides an income in the event that you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Your Shares: Matched is a simple way to own Rolls-Royce shares and invest in our future, together. Buy one share, get one free!
• Rolls-Royce | Your Shares: Matched Digital GP provides a convenient way for you to access GP consultations
• Employee Assistance (EAP) and Live Well programmes

Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too.

Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive. As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided.

Rolls-Royce pioneers cutting-edge technologies that deliver the cleanest, safest and most competitive solutions to our planet’s vital power needs.