Hardware Test Engineer (Mechanical/Electrical)

Our client, an established globally regarded Aerospace component and systems manufacturer, requires an experienced Test Engineer to join their busy team on a temporary basis. during a peak in workload. This is an excellent opportunity to join a world-leading aerospace business and work hands-on with both mechanical and electrical testing activities.

What you’ll be doing:

• Testing and qualifying aerospace components to required standards
• Supporting new product development with sample builds and test fixtures
• Investigating test failures and reporting findings
• Working across a range of tests including electrical connectivity, temperature, pressure and fluid resistance
• Using equipment such as multimeters, digital transducers and tensile test machines
• Maintaining a safe, organised, high-quality test environment

What we’re looking for:

• Degree-level technical background
• Proven experience in product, mechanical or electrical testing (ideally both)
• Strong communication and clear report-writing skills
• Thorough, process-driven and proactive in suggesting improvements
• Ability to work collaboratively and admit/resolve issues quickly
• Experience with aerospace standards is a strong advantage
• Knowledge of electrical power transmission or data transmission testing is beneficial

The role entails:

Testing and qualifying existing/new products to ensure that they meet defined industry specifications and the approval of a demanding customer base

investigating test failures or anomalies

reporting on findings and suggesting process improvements

Hardware Test Engineer (Mechanical/Electrical) requirements:

The role requires a competent, methodical individual with a solid mechanical or electrical background and experience of working in a Hardware Test environment.  

You should be familiar with using a range of Test instrumentation such as multimeters, pressure transducers and tensile testing machines and be able to clearly and accurately report results.  

Additionally, you will be a flexible, self-motivated and team orientated individual who is comfortable working in a manufacturing business.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in a global business.

Circa £19 per hour (37.5 hour week)