Our client, a leading defence and security company, is currently seeking a Test Development Engineer to join their team on a contract basis for 12 months, working primarily from Glenrothes / Livingston, Scotland. Our client operates extensively across all domains: land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace, delivering defence solutions to the UK government and international customers. Key Responsibilities: Design of functional test equipment Overseeing design quality and providing leadership to junior engineers Documenting design specifications and conducting design reviews Developing robust and reliable test hardware solutions Collaborating with hardware and software engineers to agree system designs Developing test hardware, software, and procedures to validate hardware operations Supporting manufacturing with technical queries and issues Managing the lifecycle and obsolescence of test hardware Monitoring and reporting progress to supervisors and the development team Ensuring compliance with Health and Safety legislation Adhering to company values, policies, and ethics codes Applying IPDS Processes Contributing to gate/design reviews and providing Test Development guidance Engaging appropriate SMEs to support Test Development activities Serving as the Test Engineering Lead for small/medium-scale programs Acting as a key interface to external customers and suppliers Job Requirements: Degree qualified in Electronic Engineering or a related subject Experience in test software design Knowledge of analogue and digital electronic circuit design Ability to write comprehensive technical design documentation Experience in handing over and managing designs in production Strong hardware troubleshooting skills Proficiency in MS Office products Good communication skills Eligibility for MOD Security Clearance to a minimum of SC level Highly Desirable Skills: Significant test development experience in industry Use of Mentor Graphics schematic entry and PCB layout tools Understanding of common test architectures such as PXI/LXI Knowledge of measurement uncertainty application in test design Expertise with: NI LabVIEW, NI CVI, NI TestStand, and C# Design of mixed signal circuits Experience with high-speed serial networks Understanding of RF electronics Knowledge of power supply design SC clearance Behaviours: Ability to work individually and as part of a team Innovative thinker and problem solver Effectively research and solve complex technical issues Excellent interpersonal skills Professional demeanour and good attention to detail Flexible and adaptable If you are a skilled Test Development Engineer with experience in LabVIEW and a background in the defence and security sector, we encourage you to apply now and join our client's dynamic team in Glenrothes / Livingston