Aviation jobs in United Kingdom

If you're interested in getting hands-on with the latest Electronic Warfare technology and supporting its implementation around the world, we need someone to conduct Integration, Ground and Flight Test trials of equipment in both early-phase and operational trials.

• Support Bid Teams to make sure that the trials requirements are captured in full
• Produce costings for Trials
• Review existing trial requirements against budget figures or constraints
• Review Products against platform environments
• Support the Leonardo Design Review process
• Support Vendor Certification
• Support Testing during development and deliveries
• Produce all relevant Trials Documentation (Trials Plans, ICD’s, Installation Procedures, User Manuals, Risk Assessments, Ground Test Schedules, Air Test Schedules, Trials Instruction, Trials Reports and Lessons Learned)
• Lead the installation of Products on to end user platforms
• Lead the commissioning and acceptance phases after delivery
• Provide Trials support (Platform Integrator, Trials Co-Ordinator, Trials Operator or Trials Observer) during trials conducted on land, air and sea
• Book Test Ranges as required with relevant authorities
• Confirm trials against proposed plans
• Supply trials data for analysis
• Participate in Trials (up to 3 weeks per activity)

For this role, we're looking for degree-qualified Electrical Engineers with a background and experience in Field Support or Trials Qualification.

You will also require strong IT skills including the use of diagnostic tools and MS Office.

Experience within the Electronics industry and supporting Leonardo products is desirable, but not essential.

This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn.

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) also apply, including meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting

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.

For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.

Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.

At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.

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Primary Location: GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300

Contract Type: Permanent

Hybrid Working: Onsite