NATS are currently seeking an experienced Test Engineer to join their team on a contract basis. This pivotal role involves overseeing comprehensive testing and commissioning tasks across system requirements and design proposals. Some travel within the UK and overseas will be required, making this a dynamic and engaging opportunity.
Key Responsibilities:
- Testing and commissioning of system requirements
- Testing and commissioning of system design proposals
- Testing and commissioning of system change requests
- Representing the company as a domain technical expert
- Providing testing support for services and systems in operational use
- Commissioning sites after successful testing activities have been approved
- Writing, reviewing, and maintaining project documentation
- Investigating and diagnosing problems and proposing solutions
Job Requirements:
- Experience in engineer testing and commissioning, preferably within the Defence & Security sector
- FAT, IAT & SAT
- Ability to work unsupervised and manage delegated tasks effectively
- Good interpersonal communication skills and technical proficiency
- Proficient in the selection and use of test tools
- Experience in writing and reviewing test plans, scripts, and reports
- Capability to provide technical expertise and support for system deficiencies
- HNC qualification in an Engineering related discipline or demonstrable skills through relevant experience
Desirable Skills and Experience:
- Relevant engineering experience in a business-critical or safety-critical sector
- Experience in real-time, safety-related environments and/or Air Traffic Management Systems (ATM)
- Understanding of the Manage Verification and Defect processes within the Manage Service Transition process
- Security clearance preferred
Job Scope:
- Coordinate with technical and management teams to agree on timescales and work plans for testing activities
- Analyse requirements for optimal test solutions and produce accurate test specifications
- Provide technical expertise to operational units during project transitions
If you are an experienced Test Engineer with a keen interest in the Defence & Security sector, and you meet the requirements outlined above, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dedicated team and contribute to their mission of maintaining robust and secure systems.
