Principal Test Solutions Engineer

Location: Luton | Contract: 6 months (extension likely) | Clearance: Full UK SC

Inside scope

Our defence client is seeking a Principal Test Solutions Engineer to lead the design, development and certification of an ATP test solution for the SPU, supporting the Payload (BriteCloud) project in Luton.

You will lead technical reviews, develop automated test software in LabVIEW/TestStand, manage configuration, and ensure all test solutions are fully documented, validated and production-ready.

Key Responsibilities

Lead TRR/FQR and design reviews for Payload test solutions

Develop, debug and commission TPS software (NI LabVIEW/TestStand)

Prepare and maintain full test documentation (TRD, TERs, ATP/ATR, VDD, manuals, etc.)

Configure and update TCU software/hardware and ensure formal TPS configuration

Conduct ATP investigations and accurately record results

Key Skills

Strong NI LabVIEW and TestStand experience

Windows and MS Office proficiency

Experience with configuration management tools (Teamcenter or equivalent)

Background in automated test systems / TPS development

Eligible for, or holding, full UK SC clearance

Ideal for a senior/lead test engineer used to owning complex automated test solutions in a defence or aerospace environment.

For more information on this excellent temporary opportunity please contact the recruitment team