Lead Test Solutions Engineer
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Occupation TypeRoutine inspectors and testers
Occupation Code Skill LevelMedium Skilled
Sponsorship EligibilityIneligible for Sponsorship
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Description
Job Description
The Praetorian Defensive Aids Sub-System (DASS) currently installed on the Eurofighter Typhoon, provides protection against air-to-air and surface-to-air threats, by monitoring and proactively responding to the operational environment.
Leonardo has a fantastic opportunity for a Lead Test Solutions Engineer join this exciting project and to support the Engineering Management of Test Solutions.
As the engineering point of contact and Lead Engineer for the subcontract of complex Microwave test solutions, the Lead Test Solutions Engineer will need to be a talented and experienced Engineer, familiar with working on complex electronic (ideally RF, Digital and analogue based) Test Solutions.
What You Will Do
The Praetorian Defensive Aids Sub-System (DASS) currently installed on the Eurofighter Typhoon, provides protection against air-to-air and surface-to-air threats, by monitoring and proactively responding to the operational environment.
Leonardo has a fantastic opportunity for a Lead Test Solutions Engineer join this exciting project and to support the Engineering Management of Test Solutions.
As the engineering point of contact and Lead Engineer for the subcontract of complex Microwave test solutions, the Lead Test Solutions Engineer will need to be a talented and experienced Engineer, familiar with working on complex electronic (ideally RF, Digital and analogue based) Test Solutions.
What You Will Do
- Create and capture requirements for Test Equipment Requirement Specifications (TERS)
- Lead in subcontracting complex test solutions to the supply chain
- Manage the relationships between LEUK and 3rd party suppliers
- Ensure effective implementation of the company's Life-cycle design reviews
- Management of the Engineering technical quality, schedule and budget
- Support the management of Suppliers and project Make/Buy decisions as required
- Identify technical risks and mitigation strategies e.g. with test solutions or obsolescence
- Ensure that the design rationale is documented where change is required
- Input to Material Review Boards and Failure Review Boards
- Concession management – ensuring effective closure plans are in place and enacted
- Hands-on experience of designing complex Test Solutions for the full life cycle
- Good understanding of a range of electronic technologies from dc to light or a good understand of Systems/Software engineering lifecycle.
- Experience of working with external supplies and outsourcing complex work packages.
- Good understanding of digital/analogue/RF systems with ESM and ECM
- Experience of working in the defence electronics sector, ideally with airborne sensor systems.
- Chartered Engineer status, or a member of a professional engineering institution
Travel within Europe may be required for this role
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).
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.
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Primary Location
GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300
Contract Type
Permanent
Hybrid Working
Hybrid