This role is available full-time for 37 hours per week or part-time with a minimum coverage of 28 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Flexible or compressed working hours available.
This role is based in the office.
Your work in testing electronics can help protect national security.
Want to know how?
As an engineer, you understand the importance of products working as designed to meet customer needs. Imagine that your product is used by the UK government to help keep the country safe. Your role is crucial in this process.
You will engage with end users to understand their requirements, develop test solutions, conduct lab tests and real-world trials, and ensure your products perform when needed. You will document results, analyze product behavior, and provide updates to stakeholders. Your work culminates in technical reports that assess product readiness for deployment.
You will work across technologies such as RF, cellular, and GPS, and capabilities like tracking, audio, and video systems, at various lifecycle stages. You may need to lift heavy test equipment (up to 25kg), which is manageable with two people.
Your career development will be supported through coaching, mentoring, training courses, and accreditation.
More About You
To apply, you should have:
* An HND or equivalent experience in Electronics/Communications engineering or related field.
* Experience in electronics testing and measurements.
* Experience documenting test results and procedures.
* A full UK driving licence.
It would be beneficial if you also have:
* Experience in RF systems and antennas, Cellular & Wireless tech (5G, LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth), GPS systems, or Audio/Video tech.
* Experience developing test plans or conducting user trials.
* Technical report writing skills.
* Ability to guide or train less experienced engineers.
Your Personal Skills
You should be able to:
* Apply sound engineering methodology.
* Build professional relationships.
* Communicate clearly and engagingly.
* Identify risks and resolve issues.
* Reassess workloads when priorities change.
* Recognize your skills gaps and seek development.
* Encourage innovation and change.
* Promote inclusion and equality.
Using Your Skills
Within the Electronics Test team, you will:
* Evaluate product suitability.
* Understand customer needs.
* Develop test strategies.
* Conduct verification and validation.
* Perform field trials.
* Produce clear technical reports.
* Manage customer and supplier relationships.
What We Offer
Our benefits include:
* 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 after 5 years.
* 8 Bank Holidays plus extra days off.
* Paid overtime or time off in lieu.
* Training opportunities, from internal courses to degrees.
* Competitive Alpha pension scheme.
* Sports & Social Society.
* On-site nursery (subject to availability).
* Charity leave days.
* Free parking and gym facilities.
* Relocation loan.
* Inclusive environment with affinity groups.
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