At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop and execute test strategies for advanced electro-optical and electronic products.
- Company: Join a leading Aerospace Defence engineering team in Basildon.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hands-on experience, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with diverse engineering teams.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in cutting-edge technology and defence solutions.
- Qualifications: HND or higher in relevant field with hands-on testing experience.
Senior Test Engineer - Electro-Optics/Electronics
Clearance: SC required
Positions: 2
We are seeking Senior Test Engineers to support the development and testing of advanced electro-optical and electronic products and test equipment within a major Aerospace & Defence engineering environment in Basildon.
The role will involve hands-on laboratory testing, test system development, instrumentation, diagnostics and verification across products incorporating electronic, mechanical, optical and software components.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute test strategies, procedures and test solutions.
- Support the design, integration and commissioning of test systems.
- Perform hands-on laboratory testing, measurement and diagnostics.
- Work with electrical and electro-optical test instrumentation and analyse test data.
- Support integration, verification and validation activities.
- Interpret product-level test requirements and contribute to structured engineering processes.
- Produce and review technical documentation, test procedures and user instructions.
- Work collaboratively with hardware, software, optical and systems engineers.
Essential Experience
- HND or higher in Systems, Electrical, Electronic Engineering or a related discipline.
- Practical experience in one or more of:
- Electrical testing
- Electro-optics
- Environmental testing
- Acoustic testing
- Hands-on lab-based testing, diagnostics and measurement.
- Good understanding of test instrumentation and data analysis.
- Experience working within structured engineering life cycles/processes.
- Strong attention to detail and organisation.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Collaborative approach to working within multidisciplinary engineering teams.
- SC clearance or ability to obtain SC clearance.
Desirable
- LabVIEW, MATLAB or similar test software
- Soldering experience
- Mechanical design and STTE
- Industry-standard ECAD tools
- Understanding of environmental effects on hardware performance
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Test Engineer/Electronics Test Engineer/Systems Test Engineer/Electro-Optical Test Engineer to work on complex technology within a leading Aerospace & Defence engineering environment.
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SC Cleared Senior Test Engineer - Electro-Optics/Electronics in Essex employer: Synergize Consulting Ltd
As a leading employer in the defence sector, we offer a dynamic work environment where innovation meets security. Our commitment to employee growth is reflected in our comprehensive training programmes and opportunities for advancement within highly regulated projects. Located in secure sites across the UK, including Farnborough and Newcastle, we foster a collaborative culture that values technical expertise and encourages meaningful contributions to critical government initiatives.
