At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead testing activities and create documentation for innovative defence projects.
- Company: Join TKMS ATLAS UK, a leader in aerospace and defence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth, and the chance to work on cutting-edge technology.
- Other info: Must be eligible for Security Clearance; dynamic team environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the defence industry while developing your engineering skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in engineering and test management, preferably in military systems.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
Location: Wool, Dorset
Salary negotiable on application
Purpose of job: To lead/perform test activities and produce test documentation on allocated projects in support of the project T&A Manager to enable test and qualify our innovative leading-edge products for customer use.
Key accountabilities may include:
- Lead test phases and events for given projects
- Create and develop test plans, procedures and schedules for verification of design testing
- Prepare and agree test activities working to budgets and timescales for given projects
- Undertake testing and implement test solutions including qualification work
- Support integration and Set To Work of the project
- Provide testing expertise where appropriate
- Analysis and evaluation of test evidence and interpretation of test data
- Writing of reports and test documentation
- Ensure all test activities that are performed conform to external/internal requirements and necessary standards including Safety standards
- Support the T&A Manager of the project including with bid activities
- Implement the TKMS ATlas T&A strategy
Knowledge and experience:
- Must have proven ability in an Engineering discipline & preferably have proven ability managing/leading Test & Acceptance or Systems Engineering projects.
- Knowledge and understanding of System Engineering, specifically INCOSE (International Council of Systems Engineers) methods.
- Sea Acceptance Trials/Harbour acceptance trials exposure.
- Preferably have an understanding of military systems in particular maritime systems.
- Understanding of Electro-Mechanical testing and EMC/CE compliance.
- Must be capable of writing test plan, test procedures and technical reports and have experience of writing independently and extracting information from technical experts.
- Knowledgeable of Standards (particularly Military biased Def Stan, Mil-Spec …etc.) preferable.
- Knowledge of requirements management from a Test & Acceptance perspective with knowledge of DOORS or DOORS NG being advantageous.
Additional information:
Due to the sensitive nature of the product all applicants must have worked within the Defence / Military industry within the last 12 months or be capable of obtaining Security Clearance (SC level minimum). SC clearance must be in place before the successful candidate can start.
Location: Dorchester, Dorset, England
Salary: Market related
Category: Systems Engineering
Sector: Aerospace and Defence
Contract type: Permanent
Employer: TKMS ATLAS UK
Consultant: Daniel Farrow
Test & Acceptance Engineer employer: Morson Group
As a Senior CATIA Design Engineer, you will join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and collaboration in the aerospace sector. With a hybrid working model that promotes work-life balance and a culture of mentorship, you will have ample opportunities for professional growth while contributing to cutting-edge landing gear systems for both civil and military aircraft. Our commitment to employee development and the use of advanced technology ensures that you will thrive in a dynamic environment that prioritises excellence and teamwork.
