Test Systems Design Engineer (Electronics)

rollsroyce; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Annual Leave

Retirement Savings

Group Life Assurance

Group Income Protection

Employee Shares Matching

Digital GP

EAP and Live Well programmes

Job summary

Rolls-Royce is seeking a Test Systems Design Engineer to support testing equipment at the Solihull facility. The role involves hardware/software development for aerospace and military testing, from requirements through validation and training, within a hybrid Solihull environment.

You will work on test platforms, coordinate with management, and ensure equipment meets evolving business needs while maintaining rigorous quality standards.

Qualifications

• Software programming skills including commissioning and validation.
• Degree level in Electronic Engineering or equivalent with knowledge of electronics test equipment.
• Strong electronics hardware engineering background, preferably in a test environment.
• Understanding analogue/digital interfacing circuitry and methodologies to interface unit under test to test equipment platforms.
• Team-oriented or independent worker with ability to communicate complex ideas clearly.

Responsibilities

• Review test requirements and define Electrical, Electronic and Software systems that meet current and future demands.
• Coordinate with Electronics Test management and customer to ensure planning, building, and commissioning are supported and equipment is purchased per requirements.
• Fault finding of test systems at rig and component levels and provide second-tier support to resolve diagnostic issues.
• Develop and document policies, procedures, and technologies to ensure controlled development of test platforms and applications.

Skills

C

C#

TestStand

LabVIEW

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering

Tools

Test equipment commissioning

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.

Job Category

Validation and Verification

Posting Date

12 Oct 2026; 00:10

Posting End Date

26 Oct 2026