Test Solutions Design Authority in Luton

Leonardo has a fantastic opportunity for a Design Authority (DA) for Test Solutions on a permanent basis at our modern and purpose‑built Luton (Capability Green) site. A DA will need to be a talented and experienced Engineer, familiar with working on complex electronic (ideally Optical, RF, Digital and analogue based) Test Solutions. The DA will have had hands‑on experience of designing complex Test Solutions over the full life cycle.

What You’ll Bring

• Familiarisation with Defence related technological solutions
• Experience in EW techniques
• Requirements definition and management (DOORS experience would be beneficial)
• Experience in full life cycle management in test solutions
• Experience of chairing design reviews
• Hardware and Software Design and Implementation
• Experience in coding with LabView and TestStand
• Familiarisation with ATLAS and C would be desirable
• Requirement Verification and Compliance
• An awareness of legislation and Standards that apply within the Industrial workspace (e.g. Electrical, Chemical, Electromagnetic Compatibility)
• Experience/knowledge of Cyber Security within the Test Solution realm
• Interfacing with Sub‑Contractors
• Experience of export compliance

This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above.

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).

Why join us

• 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 (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).
• 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 part‑time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.

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. Be part of something bigger - apply now!

Primary Location GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300

Contract Type Permanent

Hybrid Working Hybrid

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Engineering and Information Technology

Industries Defense and Space Manufacturing, Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, and Computer and Network Security