Test Technician​/Engineer; Nightshift

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At Leonardo, we have an opportunity for a Production Test Engineer to join our team.

The Radar and Advanced Targeting line of business, based in Edinburgh, is uniquely positioned as one of the world's top manufacturers of radars, lasers and infrared countermeasure systems.

This is a permanent night shift vacancy. There are two night shift shift patterns we are recruiting for.

• Monday to Thursday Night shift (37 hours) – 9.25 hour shifts with a 30% shift premium + basic salary
• 4 on 4 off Night shift (42 hours) – 10.5 hour shifts with a 40% shift premium + basic salary

As a Test Engineer you will join our Operations team and have the opportunity to build cross‑functional relationships and be a positive influence within the IPT to support the future of the business.

Job role opportunities involve various RADAR platforms for fixed and rotary wing aircraft such as Euro‑fighter Typhoon, surveillance systems for coast guard helicopters and/or micro‑electronics for aircraft warning systems and countermeasures. All roles require testing and diagnostic analysis of cutting‑edge avionics systems for a wide range of military aircraft.

If you are someone who thrives at meeting business and customer goals then perhaps it’s time for a change.

• Test & fault diagnosis of complex system‑level products and their associated sub‑assemblies in a high‑technology aerospace & defence manufacturing environment. Carry out fault diagnosis to component level.
• Identify and pursue solutions to shortcomings with respect to test equipment, test methods and test documentation.
• Interpret and adhere to test specifications, technical drawings and circuit diagrams.
• Electrical Safety Testing / Product Acceptance Testing / Vibration & Thermal testing / RF testing.
• Maintain effective and proactive communication with Project, Quality and Engineering functions.
• Ensure standard handover procedure and effective communication is applied over all products.
• Responsibility for designated 5s areas to be completed in line with daily/weekly/monthly sign‑off sheets.
• Work closely with Systems and Electronics engineers to solve real integration problems on complex systems.
• Contribute towards the investigation and analysis of leading‑edge development methodologies and influence the future path of development within Leonardo.

• HND or above, in system, electrical, RF engineering.
• Understanding of electrical motors, gimbals and how they work.
• A good understanding of measurement and test principles, and equipment.
• Understanding of RF and microwave technology at subsystem level would be an advantage.
• Experience with focusing cameras / optics and the effect this can have at system level.
• Understanding of and standard working practices of safety precautions required when integrating or aligning an electro‑mechanical device.
• Applying statistical process control (SPC) for fault/trend diagnosis within a production environment.
• Experience working in clean rooms – understanding of the importance of clean‑room environment to quality.

This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn.

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, which could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit

• Time to Recharge – 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.
• Rewarding Performance – all employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
• Never Stop Learning – free access to 4,000+ online…