Hardware Engineer (Test Equipment)

Test Equipment Sustainment Engineer

Location: Cheltenham (4 days per-week onsite)

Duration: 12 Month initial contract

Rate: Negotiable on experience

Inside IR35

Our client, a reputable leader in aviation electric power engineering, is hiring a dedicated Test Equipment Sustainment Engineer to join their team in Cheltenham. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to critical projects, ensuring the seamless transition and sustained performance of test equipment in a high-tech environment.

What you'll be doing:
Lead the transfer of test equipment and supporting documentation from engineering to supply chain.
Manage reliability and yield improvement projects to optimise test equipment performance.
Update documentation and drawings in line with company standards.
Provide technical guidance to test systems teams and stakeholders.
Mentor junior engineers and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Ensure safety compliance within engineering labs.
Support obsolescence management, refresh, and redesign activities.
Participate in technical reviews and communicate project updates effectively.

What you'll bring:
Degree or HND in Electrical/Electronic Engineering.
Proven technical leadership and project management skills.
Experience with design tools such as CAD and configuration management systems.
Strong fault-finding, debugging, and hardware/software integration skills.
Ability to mentor less experienced engineers.
Excellent communication skills across all levels of the organisation.
Knowledge of NPI and test systems sustainment processes.
Familiarity with highly regulated quality management systems.
Drive for continuous improvement and process development.

This role offers an engaging environment where your expertise will make a real impact. Applications from those requiring sponsorship are welcome; however, UK security clearance (BPSS) is mandatory.

Join a forward-thinking team committed to innovation and excellence. Apply now to be part of this exciting journey in Cheltenham!