At a Glance
- Tasks: Plan and execute rocket motor trials, analyse performance data, and improve testing methods.
- Company: Join a world-leading engineering organisation in advanced propulsion technology.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonuses, funded professional development, and unique engineering experiences.
- Other info: Structured career development with opportunities for specialist qualifications.
- Why this job: Work on groundbreaking projects that few engineers ever get to experience.
- Qualifications: Engineering qualification and practical experience in testing or technical engineering required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Trials Engineer / Senior Trials Engineer Kidderminster | Competitive Salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Not every engineer gets to test rocket motors.
This is one of those roles.
We're supporting a world-leading engineering organisation developing advanced propulsion technology, and they're looking for a Trials Engineer to join their growing Test & Evaluation team.
From planning and executing static firing trials to analysing performance data and working on live explosive operations, this is a genuinely hands-on engineering role where no two days are the same.
Whether you're an experienced test engineer, come from aerospace, defence, automotive or motorsport, or you're leaving the Armed Forces with relevant technical experience, this is an opportunity to work on programmes few engineers ever get to experience.
What you'll be doing Planning and delivering static firing trials from initial request through to formal test completion.
Installing and operating instrumentation including pressure, thrust and high-speed data acquisition systems.
Analysing test data and investigating anomalies to support product development and qualification.
Working alongside experienced engineers within a highly controlled and safety-critical environment.
Supporting continuous improvement of test methods, equipment and processes.
Building experience across multiple products and test facilities with structured mentoring and development.
You'll have an engineering qualification (HNC/HND, Degree or equivalent experience) together with practical experience in testing, instrumentation or technical engineering.
We're particularly interested in candidates from: Aerospace Defence Motorsport Automotive Test & Development Armed Forces (REME, Royal Artillery, Ammunition Technical, Weapons Engineering, Aircraft Engineering, EOD and similar technical trades) Just as importantly, you'll have a methodical approach, a strong safety mindset and enjoy solving engineering problems through practical testing.
What's in it for you?
Work on genuinely unique engineering programmes.
Structured development with a clear pathway to Senior Trials Engineer.
Opportunity to gain specialist qualifications, including Range Safety Officer.
Funded professional development.
Join a growing engineering team investing in new facilities, equipment and capability.
If you're looking for an engineering career that's practical, technically challenging and unlike anything else in industry, we'd love to hear from you.
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Trials Engineer / Senior Trials Engineer employer: CBSbutler Holdings Limited
As a Field Service Engineer with us, you'll be part of a dynamic team that values innovation and technical expertise, all while enjoying the flexibility of a hybrid work model in Hampshire. We offer competitive salaries, a supportive work culture that encourages professional growth, and unique opportunities to work on cutting-edge defence projects. Join us to make a meaningful impact while benefiting from a structured on-call rota and comprehensive training programmes.
Contact Details:
CBSbutler Holdings Limited Recruitment Team
