Leonardo · Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Job Description: Your impact At Leonardo, we have an opportunity for a Production Test Engineer to join our team. The Radar and Advanced Targeting line of business, based in Edinburgh, is uniquely positioned as one of the world's top manufacturers of radars, lasers and infrared countermeasure systems. This is a permanent nightshift vacancy. There are two nightshift shift patterns we are recruiting for: Monday to Thursday Nightshift (37 hours) - 9.25 hour shifts with a 30% shift premium + basic salary 4 on 4 off Nightshift (42 hours)- 10.5 hour shifts with a 40% shift premium + basic salary As a Test Engineer you will join our Operations team and have the opportunity to build cross-functional relationships and be a positive influence within the IPT to support the future of the business. Job role opportunities involve various RADAR platforms for fixed and rotary wing aircraft such as Euro-fighter Typhoon, surveillance systems for coast guard helicopters and/or micro-electrionics for aircraft warning systems and countermeasures. All roles require testing and diagnostic analysis of 'cutting edge' avionic systems for a wide range of military aircraft. If you are someone who thrives at meeting business and customer goals then perhaps it’s time for a change. As a Test engineer, you will have the opportunity to pro actively engage in activities such as: Test & fault diagnosis of complex system level products and their associated sub assemblies, in a high technology aerospace & defence manufacturing environment. Carry out fault diagnosis to component level To identify and pursue solutions to shortcomings with respect to test equipment, test methods and test documentation. Interpretation and adherence to test specifications/ technical drawings and circuit diagrams. Electrical Safety Testing/ Product Acceptance Testing/ Vibration & Thermal testing/ RF testing Maintain effective and pro-active communication with Project, Quality and Engineering functions To ensure standard handover procedure and effective communication is applied over all products Responsibility for designated 5s areas to be completed in line with daily/weekly/monthly sign off sheets You will work closely with Systems and Electronics engineers to solve real integration problems on complex systems You may have opportunities to contribute towards the investigation and analysis of leading edge development methodologies and influence the future path of development within Leonardo What you’ll bring HND or above, in system, electrical, RF engineering Understanding of electrical motors, gimbals and how they work A good understand of measurement and test principles, and equipment. An understanding of RF and Microwave technology at subsystem level would be an advantage Have experience with focusing cameras/ optics and the effect this can have at system level Understanding and standard working practices of safety precautions required when integrating or aligning an electro mechanical device Applying statistical process control (SPC) for fault / trend diagnosis within a production environment Experience in working in clean rooms - Should have an understanding of working in cleanrooms and the importance of this to the quality of the job This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance : All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning : Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks : Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Edinburgh Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Onsite

STMicroelectronics · Crolles, FR

Chez ST, nous croyons à la puissance de la technologie pour stimuler l'innovation et avoir un impact positif sur les personnes, les entreprises et la société. Nous sommes une entreprise mondiale de semi-conducteurs, et notre technologie avancée ainsi que nos puces constituent la partie invisible du monde dans lequel nous vivons aujourd'hui. Lorsque vous rejoignez ST, vous faites partie d'une entreprise globale de plus de 115 nationalités et présente dans 40 pays, avec plus de 50 000 créateurs et fabricants de technologies microélectroniques à travers le monde ! Tous ensemble, nous formons une seule et même ST. Développer des technologies nécessite plus que du talent : il faut des personnes incroyables qui comprennent la culture de collaboration et de respect. Il faut des personnes passionnées, et avec l’envie de bouleverser le statu quo, de repousser les limites et de stimuler l'innovation, tout en libérant leur potentiel. ST a reçu la certification Top Employer France et le label HappyTrainees 2024 qui nous reconnaissent en tant qu’employeur de référence et démontrent notre engagement à placer l’humain au cœur de nos priorités. A propos de vos missions Envie de participer à l'aventure de la mise en place de la nouvelle activité de tri électrique de plaquettes sur le site de Crolles ? Rattaché au responsable de l'équipe Process Probing. vous intégrerez une équipe dynamique en salle de test. Vous apporterez votre support en tant que Technicien(ne) Process Qualification produits Vos principaux challenges seront de : * Participer à la création des recettes sur les équipements de type prober * Passer des plaquettes produit sur les équipements de test en mode engineering * Communiquer l’état d’avancement avec vos collègues et votre manager * Participer à des tests de validation de l’automation sur les équipements de test * Réaliser des recettes spécifiques à la demande des supports EWS et Divisions * Réceptionner, préparer et expédier le matériel nécessaire A propos de vous -Bac +2, ou expérience significative dans les domaines du process -Posséder des capacités rédactionnelles, de synthèse et méthodologie. -Bonnes capacités de communication -Réactivité -Parler l’anglais technique Vos missions se dérouleront principalement en salle blanche en horaire d'équipe semaine alternée ou journée. Pour vous aider dans votre votre prise de poste, vous serez accompagné par un plan de formation qui impliquera votre manager, vos collègues du site de Crolles et des autres sites EWS. Nous encourageons tous les candidats et toutes les candidates, à postuler même s’ils ne répondent pas à tous les critères de l’offre car nous apprécions les profils variés et offrons des opportunités d’évolution et de formation. La diversité, l'équité et l'inclusion (DEI) font partie de la culture de notre entreprise. Notre vision DEI est : « Chez ST, vous pouvez être la vraie version de vous-même », nous valorisons les contributions de chacun et chacune, et avons une tolérance zéro pour toute forme de discrimination. Nous rejoindre, c'est aussi opter pour un meilleur équilibre entre vie professionnelle et vie personnelle, et un environnement de travail offrant des opportunités égales. Des groupes de ressources dédiés aux femmes, aux LGBTQIA+, des possibilités d’organisation du travail hybrides font partie des nombreuses initiatives qui font de ST un endroit propice pour le développement de votre carrière. Pour en savoir plus, visitez st.com/careers

STMicroelectronics · Catania, IT

OUR STORY At STMicroelectronics, we believe in the power of technology to drive innovation and make a positive impact on people, businesses, and society. As a global semiconductor company, our advanced technologies and chips form the hidden foundation of the world we live in today. When you join ST, you will be part of a global business with more than 115 nationalities, present in 40 countries, and comprising over 50,000 diverse and dedicated creators and makers of technology around the world. Developing technologies takes more than talent: it takes amazing people who understand collaboration and respect. People with passion and the desire to disrupt the status quo, drive innovation, and unlock their own potential. Embark on a journey with us, where you can innovate for a future that we want to make smarter and greener, in a responsible and sustainable way. Our technology starts with you. YOUR ROLE This opportunity is addressed to those who work within QMT and he/she will be actively involved in conducting reliability trials essential for technology qualification processes. They must be proficient in performing a wide range of reliability stress tests, including Burn-In, HTRB, HV H3TRB, HTGB and other transistor-specific evaluations, to rigorously assess device durability, estimate lifetime, and evaluate performance under diverse operating conditions. Experience in operating, calibrating, and maintaining reliability test equipment is crucial to ensure precise data acquisition and thorough analysis, which directly supports technology validation and continuous improvement efforts. A deep understanding of transistor physics and common failure mechanisms is required to accurately diagnose and troubleshoot reliability issues, thereby contributing to enhanced device robustness and long-term performance. YOUR SKILLS & EXPERIENCES * Master degree in physics, material science or electrical/physical engineering. * 3 years of experience * Knowledge of reliability physics, semiconductor physics, electronic devices, and electrical characterization methods are required. * Supporting reliability test programs and executing defined test plans. * Hands-on experience with transistor reliability characterization and stress testing. * Proficient in using reliability equipment and instrumentation. * Analyzing data and contributing to detailed technical reports. * Basic knowledge of industry reliability standards and qualification procedures. * Good knowledge of written and spoken English is mandatory. * Skills in computer programming and numerical modeling are highly appreciated. * Attitude in problem solving and teamwork is also required. The expected salary range for this position is €38,000 – €45,000 gross annual salary (RAL), plus variable pay relevant for the role. ​ In accordance with the EU Pay Transparency Directive and applicable Italian legislation, this compensation range has been determined based on objective, gender-neutral criteria, including job responsibilities, required skills, relevant experience, qualifications, and market benchmarks. Placement within the range will depend on the candidate’s profile and demonstrated competencies. The final offer will be made in compliance with the applicable National Collective Bargaining Agreement (CCNL), where relevant, and our internal compensation policies. We are committed to equal pay for equal work and equal opportunities for all candidates.​ ST is proud to be one of the 17 companies certified as a 2025 Global Top Employer and the first and only semiconductor company to achieve this distinction. ST was recognized in this ranking thanks to its continuous improvement approach and stands out particularly in the areas of ethics & integrity, purpose & values, organization & change, business strategy, and performance. At ST, we endeavor to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we do not tolerate discrimination. We aim to recruit and retain a diverse workforce that reflects the societies around us. We strive for equity in career development, career opportunities, and equal remuneration. We encourage candidates who may not meet every single requirement to apply, as we appreciate diverse perspectives and provide opportunities for growth and learning. Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is woven into our company culture. To discover more, visit st.com/careers.

Leonardo · Bristol - Coldharbour Lane, United Kingdom

Job Description: Engineer: £38k - £53k Senior: £45k - £61k Principal: £54k - £71k Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity. Where this vacancy is being recruited across more than one grade, the successful candidate will be appointed to a specific assessed grade, and the applicable salary range will be that associated with the grade of appointment. Leonardo offers an additional allowances for some roles – for more information please contact ukcareers@leonardo.com Are you interested in being part of a team delivering excellent innovative Antenna solutions? We have a fantastic opportunity for an Antenna / RF Test Engineer to join our Bristol Site Antennas team. You will be joining a welcoming and inclusive team of engineers, as part of the Antenna Core Delivery Team (CDT) working on a range of projects supporting the development and delivery of military communications equipment for a broad spectrum of applications and environments. As a Test Engineer your role will be to help support the production testing and development of antenna-based solutions for Leonardo, ranging from development of jigs and fixtures to test script and plan generation in preparation for hands-on product testing and data analysis. What you will do: Working with project teams to agree test plans and strategies. Planning and scheduling testing activities to ensure project requirements are satisfied. Setting up test equipment (e.g. power supplies, spectrum analysers, oscilloscopes, network analysers) and following test plans to take measurements with this equipment. Support to general lab management tasks, including creating and maintaining the lab risk assessments and checking ESD equipment. Undertake testing within and supporting use of the on-site screened room and near field chambers. Supporting test equipment calibration and record keeping. Development of test jigs and fixtures for products under test. Data analysis of test results and report writing. Generation of test plans and test scripts. What you will bring: Required: Experience of working in screened rooms / near field chambers (preferably AESA testing experience). An understanding of general electronics and RF based test equipment and how to use them to take measurements. Test plan and report writing experience. Test script generation in C derivatives, Python and Visual Basic. Test data processing & analysis. An understanding of measurement error budgets and techniques to quantify and reduce error margins An understanding of electronics design, antenna basics and safe ways of working with ESD. A collaborator with proven communication skills across engineering functions (RF, Microwave, Electronics and Mechanical). Desirable: Experience of developing tools to automate measurements (e.g. LabView or other scripted methods). Experience of designing prototype electronic circuit boards and test cables. Experience of fault-finding test setups and simple circuit boards. Experience with 3D CAD modelling and 3D printing. MATLAB experience. AESA testing experience. EMC testing experience. An understanding of working with classified data/material. Willingness to travel within the UK or internationally as required. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance : All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning : Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks : Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Bristol - Coldharbour Lane Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid

Leonardo · Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Job Description: Salary: £75,000 - £97,515 Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity. Job Description: The role of Test Equipment Design Authority is responsible for the assurance and compliance of test systems used at second line support to diagnose faults and return to service fast-jet radar systems. You will work closely with various IPTs (Integrated Project Team) to ensure that the equipment is safe, secure, legally compliant and configured, fully certified and continually evolving to meet the needs of the customer and Leonardo UK stakeholders. This role would be suited to a Test Engineer familiar with working on complex electronic (ideally Optical, RF, Digital and analogue based) Test Solutions. The DA will have had hands-on experience of designing complex Test Solutions over the full life cycle. Your Impact Support Verification activities, Design Changes and Obsolescence cycles You will be responsible for understanding the technical elements of the Test Equipment implementation across an international multi-partner team Strong communication skills are essential. The ability to negotiate and influence others is an essential pre-requisite, ensuring that focus remains on ‘the bigger picture’ Fully documenting and recording your work products; keeping them under configuration management, and providing plans and progress reports Working within a multi-disciplined team of engineers to resolve technical issues Support to IPTs, to attend project update meetings and be able to communicate and work within those teams with good interpersonal skills. Produce reports where necessary and work to Leonardo test and design policies and procedures. The role involves: An understanding of and ability to apply through life Product Life cycle management Be able to identify requirements from users, developing a coherent set of functional and non-functional requirements and their route to compliance. Detailed knowledge of test and integration over a range of electronic products Support to the various Sectors within Leonardo with guidance and direction to identify, mitigate or resolve technical issues within projects Conducting regular reviews of test equipment to ensure sustained compliance, including assessing the impact of proposed changes Facilitating continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for value adding investment To be successful in this role we are looking for a candidate who can demonstrate some or all of the following : Familiarisation with Defence related technological solutions Ideally experience/knowledge of Airborne Radar technology Requirements definition and management (DOORS experience would be beneficial) Experience in full life cycle management in test solutions Experience of participating in design reviews System Design and Implementation Requirement Verification and Compliance Basic knowledge of legislation and standards that apply within the industrial workspace. (e.g.: Electrical, Chemical, Electromagnetic Compatibility). Working knowledge of Safety Analysis, Hazard Identification and Mitigation. Basic knowledge of Product Security, legislative requirements, risk identification and mitigation, including applicable to international delivery locations. Interfacing with Sub-Contractors Experience of export compliance This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance : All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning : Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks : Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Edinburgh Additional Locations: GB - Newcastle Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid

Leonardo · Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Job Description: Salary: Senior: £45, 200 to £61,950 / Principal: £53,300 to £71,400 Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity. Your Impact At Leonardo, you’ll step into a place where breakthrough ideas become real‑world capability. Here, engineering isn’t just a job — it’s the craft of shaping the future of phased array radar technology. We’re searching for talented, driven, and experienced Senior / Principal RF & Microwave Engineers to join our expanding hardware engineering community within our world‑class radar division. Based at our Edinburgh site, you’ll become part of a team whose work defines the leading edge of radar innovation. You’ll play a pivotal role in developing and delivering cutting‑edge radio‑frequency systems that sit at the heart of our advanced Radar products. Your expertise will help ensure these systems perform with precision, reliability, and excellence in some of the most demanding environments in the world. You will: Create high quality and robust RF PCB Assemblies on multilayer substrates using a mix of active and passive RF components which you will integrate with digital, analogue, and embedded control circuits. Perform RF circuit design including LNAs, PAs, filters, couplers, combiners, switches, and oscillators. Ensure design reviews are planned, executed and completed successfully Prepare robust manufacturing data packs and provide technical support to sub-contracts and engineering interface with manufacturing Conduct laboratory testing of your design including debugging, and performance verification to ensure the requirements are met. Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams – mechanical, systems, test and manufacture - to ensure seamless integration of RF and microwave assemblies into our larger systems Mentor early career engineers and contribute to technical reviews and design standards What you’ll bring To excel in this role, you’ll bring a strong command of RF circuit design, microwave engineering, and electromagnetic theory, paired with the problem‑solving mindset and attention to detail needed to tackle complex technical challenges. A curiosity for emerging technologies, enthusiasm for the defence and space sectors, and adaptability to new methods and tools will also help you thrive as part of our team. Qualifications: first or second degree (BSc, BEng, MEng, MSc, PhD, EngD) in Electrical & Electronic Engineering (preferable) or related science (e.g. Physics) Proven experience (3 years +) in RF circuit design and analysis and a strong understanding of microwave techniques and electromagnetic theory. Proficiency in using commercial software tools for RF analysis /simulation such as Keysight ADS, AWR Microwave Office & CST Microwave Studio Hands-on experience in RF & Microwave measurement techniques such as Vector Network Analysis, Spectrum Analysis etc. Awareness of requirements management, ideally using tools such as IBM Doors. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your well being, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance : All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning : Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks : Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Edinburgh Additional Locations: GB - Newcastle Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid

Leonardo · Southampton, United Kingdom

Job Description: Salary: £55k to £65k Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity. Your impact Leonardo has an exciting vacancy for a Principal Test Systems Engineer, based at our dedicated Test Facility in Southampton. We are looking for an experienced Test Engineer to act as point of contact for Project Teams and coordinate the work for a multi-disciplined team of Test Engineers. This role presents an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual to develop and grow their skills and knowledge within a thriving organisation and not to mention an award-winning benefits package! As Principal Test Systems Engineer you will be responsible for the specification, design, procurement, manufacture, verification and evaluation of test equipment and procedures. Supporting projects with documentation and delivery to agreed budget and timescales. Typical test equipment will include optical, thermal and electronic components as well as test software. Although not expected to be an expert in all these areas the role will require hands on activity, therefore a wide knowledge and proven experience is desired to bring all these aspects together to provide a reliable test system. To support the design, development and through-life support of electro-optical test equipment and test processes for the company’s range of Infrared Detectors, from initial product development through to volume production. Responsibilities include; Take ownership and deliver work packages to time and budget. Tracking costs and task progress. Identify the needs to deliver the proposed test system(s) for the detector or module development. Generate work packages and estimate the cost to deliver those needs. Develop, procure, instal and commission new test capability for testing the performance of our new development product types. Prove by testing the new test systems and reporting how they meet the requirements. Authoring and presenting where necessary governance and technical documentation, for example those needed for Declaration of Design and Performance. Act as Test Lead at Integrated Product Team meetings. What you’ll bring You will have proven experience as a Test Engineer, with the following attributes; HNC/HND or higher or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline, e.g. Physics, Engineering. Ability to verify and validate electro-mechanical test systems, fault finding and problem solving. Ability to assimilate and apply technical information to design tasks. Demonstrate evidence of good organisation, planning and execution of work Attention to detail. Ability to work closely in a team with other engineering and science disciplines. Good Communication and customer liaison skills. Careful Measurement and analytical skillset. Experience of the following areas: Electrical test, Electro-optics, thermal cryogenics, mechanical assembly. Practical ‘hands on’ laboratory test, diagnostic and measurement experience, including electro-optical and optical communication instrumentation. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance : All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning : Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks : Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Southampton Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid