Preparation of test schedules and programmes.
Conducting and overseeing test campaigns and data collection
Liaison with test engineering, design, and manufacturing departments
Predominantly onsite at Brighton, with a flexible approach to work – willing to work overtime, ad hoc shifts or on customer sites as and when required.
Operation of dedicated test facilities to conduct product development and production acceptance tests to defined test procedures including: Weapon Release / Climatic / Pressure / Structural / Vibration
Recording test results and interpreting the data for the investigation and implementation of solutions to products, process or test problems and reporting
Understanding safety in the workplace at all times.
Fitment and verification of test measurement instrumentation.

Relevant College or University qualification or suitable apprenticeship with experience of practical skills
Understanding of the principles of testing
Proven knowledge of mechanical assembly
Proven practical skills and use of hand tools
Methods of assembly and selection of fixings
Ability to consistently follow operational instructions
Ability to learn product knowledge and apply troubleshooting through critical thinking
Effective communication skills
A drive to achieve delivery right first time, on time and to budget
Motivation and enthusiasm, with a willingness to learn
Practical experience of delivering Weapon Release / Climatic / Pressure / Structural / Vibration tests
Understanding of technical drawings.
Electrical system knowledge
Fundamental knowledge of electrical systems & ability to understand simple wiring diagrams
Experience of electro-mechanical systems
Experience working with Pressure systems, preferably pressurised air
Experience in creation of Risk Assessments
Ability to analyse test results and draw conclusions
Ability to work independently or as a team to meet deadlines
A desire for implementation of continuous improvement activities for the development of test procedures and processes to improve the efficiency of the testing service.

Half day finish on a Friday
25 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays), increasing with long service and with the opportunity to buy/sell up to 5 days
Private medical insurance with optional family cover
Pension scheme of up to 8% employer contribution
Life Assurance 4x salary (flexible up to 10x)
Group income protection
Flexible opt-in extras such as a health care cash plan, dental insurance, gym membership, critical illness cover, cycle to work scheme, travel insurance and electric car scheme
Employee Family Assistance Program providing mental health and wellbeing support
Professional membership reimbursement (discretionary)

Test Engineer

Key skills