Date Posted:
2024-12-09
Country:
United Kingdom
Location:
GBR02: Glenrothes, Scotland, Queensway Industrial Estate, Glenrothes, KY7 5PY
Position Role Type:
Unspecified
Graduate Development Programme (GDP) – Join Raytheon UK
Role: Product Test Development Graduate Engineer
Location(s): Glenrothes/Livingston
Travel: Occasional travel to UK facilities and overseas as required for the role and Early Careers events
Starting Salary: £32,000, plus £3,000 welcome payment and company benefits
Type: Permanent – 1st 2 years graduates complete the GDP structured training programme in addition to day job. As part of the GDP there are biannual pay reviews in years 1 & 2.
Start Date: Monday 1 September 2025
Hours: Full-Time
About the Role:
Responsible for the design, manufacture, verification and validation, along with through life technical support of board level, sub-system and system level test equipment.
Main Duties:
* Design of functional test equipment
* Take responsibility for the design and overall quality of the equipment.
* Documentation of design specifications and implementation details. Take part in design reviews. Upholding of design standards and methodologies.
* Realisation of complex system requirements to provide robust and reliable test hardware solutions.
* Responsibility for the complete implementation of detailed technical items and an understanding/appreciation of system level items.
* Collaboration with other team members (including both hardware and software engineers) to agree system designs, interfaces and protocols etc.
* Development of appropriate test hardware and procedures, both informal and formal, to prove the correct operation of hardware.
* Provide support to manufacturing answering product queries & resolving technical issues.
* Provide support for the hardware and manage obsolescence throughout its lifecycle.
* Monitoring and reporting of progress of development to immediate supervisor and development team.
* Proactively support company compliance to Health and Safety legislation through adherence to company policies, processes and practices.
* Ensure that all business activity is conducted in line with company values, policies and ethics codes of conduct.
* Undertake any other activity as reasonably requested by management
* Application of IPDS Processes
* Contribute to engineering specific risks and opportunities.
* Support Project Gate/Design reviews
* Contribute to section/business area resource planning
* Ability to identify and engage the appropriate SMEs to support the Test Development Engineering activities.
* Provide engineering interface to external customers/suppliers.
Candidate Requirements:
Essential:
* Minimum 2:2 undergraduate degree in Electronic Engineering (already achieved or to be completed by 1 September 2025)
* The successful candidate will be required to complete the Baseline Security Clearance application.
* Flexibility on location and ability to travel to our UK facilities and overseas
* Excellent STEM skills demonstrated through academic achievement
* A passion for succeeding in a fast-paced, technology industry
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build effective working relationships
* A full CV, including your university and pre-university grades, and a cover letter explaining why you are applying for this role at Raytheon UK
About the Graduate Development Programme (GDP):
At Raytheon UK, we’re excited to work with and support talented individuals during their careers through our Graduate Development Programme (GDP). This structured 2-year programme blends on-the-job experience with comprehensive training, ensuring that graduates are supported in their transition from university to a thriving professional career.
Our GDP is not just about skills development — it’s about building connections, leadership capabilities, and career growth. Throughout the programme, you’ll have access to the following:
* Leadership Development: Enhance your leadership skills through coaching, mentoring, and career development support
* Business Skills: Gain hands-on experience in project management, supply chain, strategy, and more, working on real-world business challenges
* Community Impact: Join the 'Million Makers' challenge to support the King’s Trust in fundraising for social impact projects and also grow your business acumen, team working and networking skills.
* Microsoft Training: Improving skills in Excel and PowerPoint
* Opportunities to complete professional qualifications relevant to the role and career development (e.g. Charterships for Engineers)
* Pay Reviews: Biannual pay reviews in your first two years to ensure your career growth is matched with competitive compensation
* Grow your network through attending a range of exciting Early Careers & STEM events
Application Process:
To apply, visit our careers website: www.raytheon.co.uk/careers via the Workday application link and submit a full CV along with a cover letter explaining your interest in the role and why you have applied to Raytheon UK.
Next Steps for Applicants:
We look forward to keeping you updated on your application through updates on Workday and email. Candidates selected for the next stage will be required to complete the initial screening stage to assess suitability for the role.
About Raytheon UK:
Raytheon UK is a leading technology and innovation company, working across a range of industries including aerospace, defence, cyber, space, and training.
Standard Benefits:
* 25 days holiday, plus statutory public holidays
* Contributory Pension Scheme (up to 10.5% company contribution)
* Life Assurance (up to 6x salary)
* Flexible Benefits package
* Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly policies
* 37-hour working week, with early finish on Fridays
* Flexible working options available, where possible
* On-site canteen and free snacks & drinks at select locations
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) at Raytheon UK:
At Raytheon UK, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce.
Support and Adjustments:
At Raytheon UK, we are committed to supporting all applicants. If you require any adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team.
RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration.
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