Test Equipment Sustainment Engineer

Location: Cheltenham (4 days per-week onsite)

Duration: 12 Month initial contract

Rate: Negotiable on experience

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The information below covers the role requirements, expected candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications.
Our client, a reputable leader in aviation electric power engineering, is hiring a dedicated Test Equipment Sustainment Engineer to join their team in Cheltenham. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to critical projects, ensuring the seamless transition and sustained performance of test equipment in a high-tech environment.
What you'll be doing:
* Lead the transfer of test equipment and supporting documentation from engineering to supply chain.
* Manage reliability and yield improvement projects to optimise test equipment performance.
* Update documentation and drawings in line with company standards.
* Provide technical guidance to test systems teams and stakeholders.
* Mentor junior engineers and support continuous improvement initiatives.
* Ensure safety compliance within engineering labs.
* Support obsolescence management, refresh, and redesign activities.
* Participate in technical reviews and communicate project updates effectively.
What you'll bring:
* Degree or HND in Electrical/Electronic Engineering.
* Proven technical leadership and project management skills.
* Experience with design tools such as CAD and configuration management systems.
* Strong fault-finding, debugging, and hardware/software integration skills.
* Ability to mentor less experienced engineers.
* Excellent communication skills across all levels of the organisation.
* Knowledge of NPI and test systems sustainment processes.
* Familiarity with highly regulated quality management systems.
* Drive for continuous improvement and process development.
This role offers an engaging environment where your expertise will make a real impact. Applications from those requiring sponsorship are welcome; however, UK security clearance (BPSS) is mandatory.
Join a forward-thinking team committed to innovation and excellence. xbpsjku Apply now to be part of this exciting journey in Cheltenham!