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Test Engineer

Filton, England, gbFull-time2026-10-22 → 2026-11-10
On-site · United KingdomSecurity clearance required

Core

Build, commission, and operate test equipment to evaluate aerospace components and systems, ensuring safe and accurate testing activities.

Role type

Mid-level hands-on IC test engineer (aerospace)

Builds

Aerospace components and systems

Domain

Aerospace engineering

Required skills

hydraulic systems, electrical systems, mechanical systems, test equipment operation, instrumentation, data acquisition, fault-finding, engineering drawings interpretation, safety procedures, troubleshooting

Preferred skills

aerospace industry experience, aircraft landing gear systems, hydraulic actuation systems, AS9100/ISO9001 quality standards, complex test rig support

Technologies

hydraulic systems, electrical systems, mechanical systems, instrumentation, data acquisition systems

Responsibilities

Execute hydraulic, mechanical, and electro-mechanical tests on aerospace components; Assemble and commission hydraulic, electrical, and instrumentation systems; Conduct fault-finding and troubleshooting on test rigs; Perform pre-test inspections and safety validations; Monitor test performance and support root cause analysis; Maintain test documentation and technical records; Collaborate with engineers and project teams to support test programme delivery.

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC