Test Architect

Location Stevenage
Job Type Contract
Salary Up to £60 per hour + Inside IR35, PAYE available
Reference 2827256_1684228117
Duration 12 Months

The UK's trusted Ministry of Defence partner, MBDA, are looking for a skilled Test Architect to define and manage the requirements for Test Equipment and Test Specifications whilst supporting their deployment into the factory; this position is based at the Stevenage site.

What we're looking for:

Ideally educated to degree level with substantial experience of Test, Electrical and Electronic engineering, ideally including at least one of the following:

  • Digital electronics and microprocessor systems.
  • Analogue electronics; Power Electronics.
  • Test Equipment Design.
  • DOORS (Essential)

Good understanding of:

  • Project Management and planning and cost and budget control.
  • Diverse and conflicting Stakeholder Management.
  • Ability to technically manage internal and sub-contract activities.
  • Ability to influence managers and other stakeholders across the company.
  • Determination and desire to succeed.
  • Strong interpersonal and well-developed communication skills (written & verbal).

"Please Note: MBDA UK requires all employees to achieve the appropriate clearance relevant to the role"

What you'll get to do as a Test Architect:

  • Responsible for managing the Test Equipment requirements and responsible for the Test Equipment design trades between Cost, Scope, and Time.
  • Actively led the development of the Test Equipment (hardware and software) to meet all project requirements.
  • Support the more comprehensive project to manage Test System obsolescence to optimise upgrade programs.
  • Interface with and manage customer expectations throughout the development process
  • Technically manage internal & external suppliers for delivery of Test Equipment packages to time, cost, quality, and performance requirements.
  • Responsible for the capture, development, and management of Test Equipment requirements from all Customers (Internal, Domestic and Export) across the Product Life Cycle

More about the role:

MBDA's relationship with the UK military spans back over 70 years. They have delivered countless landmarks in defence engineering, supplying vital defence capability to meet the needs of the armed forces over land, sea, and air.

This role is based at MBDA's headquarters in Stevenage which plays a key part in missiles operations. The site also offers excellent transportation links and boasts an onsite gym and coffee shop. Training and development are offered to all employees.

Guidant Global (Airbus) is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.