Test Engineer

. Preparation of test schedules and programmes .

Posted 4/10/2026full-timeBrighton • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tools & technologies

Assembly

Key responsibilities & impact

Preparation of test schedules and programmes
Conducting and overseeing test campaigns and data collection
Liaison with test engineering, design, and manufacturing departments
Operation of dedicated test facilities to conduct product development and production acceptance tests to defined test procedures including: Weapon Release / Climatic / Pressure / Structural / Vibration
Recording test results and interpreting the data for the investigation and implementation of solutions to products, process or test problems and reporting
Understanding safety in the workplace at all times
Fitment and verification of test measurement instrumentation
Predominantly onsite at Brighton, with a flexible approach to work to meet project demands

What you’ll need

Relevant College or University qualification or suitable apprenticeship with previous relevant experience of practical skills
Understanding of the principles of testing
Proven knowledge of mechanical assembly
Proven practical skills and use of hand tools
Methods of assembly and selection of fixings
Ability to consistently follow operational instructions
Ability to learn product knowledge and apply troubleshooting through critical thinking
Effective communication skills
A drive to achieve delivery right first time, on time and to budget
Motivation and enthusiasm, with a willingness to learn

Comp & perks

Half day finish on a Friday
25 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays), increasing with long service and with the opportunity to buy/sell up to 5 days
Private medical insurance with optional family cover
Pension scheme of up to 8% employer contribution
Life Assurance 4x salary (flexible up to 10x)
Group income protection
Flexible opt-in extras such as a health care cash plan, dental insurance, gym membership, critical illness cover, cycle to work scheme, travel insurance and electric car scheme
Employee Family Assistance Program providing mental health and wellbeing support
Professional membership reimbursement (discretionary)

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Hard Skills & Tools

test preparationdata collectiontest proceduresmechanical assemblyhand toolstest measurement instrumentationtroubleshootingcritical thinking

Soft Skills

effective communicationmotivationenthusiasmability to follow instructionswillingness to learn

Certifications

relevant college qualificationuniversity qualificationsuitable apprenticeship