This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Test Development Engineer, specialising in circuit card electronic test, to join our Test Development team. It is an exciting time as we begin work on a host of challenging, but rewarding projects, from concept design through to series production and full in-service support!
Job Title:  Test Development Engineer
Salary: Circa £40,000 depending on experience 
Location: Bolton (We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role)
Dynamic (hybrid) working: We trust our people to agree, within their teams, where and when they can be most effective. Our Dynamic Working policy allows individuals flexibility around the hours they work and where they work. Typically for this role you will work 3 to 4 days a week on-site due to workload classification
Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship
Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.
The opportunity:
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Test Development Engineer, specialising in circuit card electronic test, to join our Test Development team at our Bolton site.
Working in an established team as a Test Development Engineer you’ll be creating and maintaining small to medium-sized automated test systems.
You’ll be responsible for the development and implementation of test strategies and, where appropriate, influencing our product through ’Design for Test’. This involves creating test strategy documents, designing Interchangeable Test Adaptors (including both mechanical and electrical elements) and software development of automated test sequences in accordance with a test specification.
You’ll also have the opportunity to get involved with continuous improvement activities and the development of new technologies.
What we’re looking for from you:
*Experience of creating and using technical documentation and Drawings i.e. Schematics, PCB layouts, Engineering Drawings.
*Significant experience creating Automated Test Equipment.
*Experience of using NI LabVIEW and/or TestStand preferable
*Strong problem solving skills with an exceptional eye for detail.
*Experience in Boundary Scan / XJtag preferable
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Our company:
MBDA is a leading defence organisation.  We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.
What we can offer you:
*Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
*Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
*Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
*Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
*Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments.
*Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more…
*Training and Development: Excellent career progression, training and career development opportunities
Our Business:
We respect new perspectives and experiences, and we value our collaborative ways of working. We are committed to growing and supporting diversity in our workforce and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their potential.   MBDA is proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more…
We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. We also welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements.
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