At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and manage complex test solutions for cutting-edge defence technology.
- Company: Join Leonardo, a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, generous leave, and a comprehensive benefits package.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team driving creativity and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on innovative projects that enhance global safety.
- Qualifications: Degree qualified with hands-on experience in electronic test solutions.
The predicted salary is between 44171 - 61950 £ per year.
Salary: £44,171 to £61,950
Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity.
Your Impact: The Praetorian Defensive Aids Sub-System (DASS) currently installed on the Eurofighter Typhoon provides protection against air-to-air and surface-to-air threats by monitoring and proactively responding to the operational environment. Leonardo has a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Test Solutions Engineer to join this exciting project and to support the Engineering Management of Test Solutions. As the Senior Engineer for the design or subcontract of complex Microwave test solutions, the Senior Test Solutions Engineer will need to be a talented and experienced Engineer, familiar with working on complex electronic (ideally RF, Digital and analogue based) Test Solutions.
What you will do:
- Create and capture requirements for Test Equipment Requirement Specifications (TERS)
- Ensure effective implementation of the company's Life-cycle design reviews
- Contribute to the Engineering technical quality, schedule and budget
- Support the management of Suppliers and project Make/Buy decisions as required
- Identify technical risks and mitigation strategies e.g. with test solutions or obsolescence
- Ensure that the design rationale is documented where change is required
- Input to Material Review Boards and Failure Review Boards
- Concession management – ensuring effective closure plans are in place and enacted
What you’ll bring:
- Hands-on experience of designing complex Test Solutions for the full life cycle
- Good understanding of a range of electronic technologies from dc to light or a good understanding of Systems/Software engineering lifecycle
- Experience of working with external suppliers and outsourcing complex work packages
- Extensive knowledge in NI LabVIEW & TestStand
- Degree qualified (or equivalent)
- Good schedule and budget control
- Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders
- Knowledge of engineering life cycle and business process
It would be nice if you had:
- Good understanding of digital/analogue/RF systems with ESM and ECM
- Experience of working in the defence electronics sector, ideally with airborne sensor systems
Travel: Travel within the UK will be required for this role. Travel within Europe may be required for this role.
Security Clearance: This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV).
Benefits:
- Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.
- Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
- Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity.
- Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
- Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
- Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.
- Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
- Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options.
For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.
At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.
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Senior Test Solutions Engineer in Luton employer: Leonardo Worldwide Corporation
At Leonardo, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional growth. Our comprehensive benefits package includes generous leave, an award-winning pension scheme, and access to over 4,000 online courses, ensuring that our team members thrive both personally and professionally. Located in Luton, our dynamic environment fosters innovation and collaboration, making it an ideal place for talented engineers to contribute to cutting-edge projects in the aerospace and defence sectors.
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