Senior Test Engineer Job Gloucester area,England UK,Engineering

As a Senior test Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering development and qualification tests from the early planning stages through the design and setup of test solutions, execution of testing activities, and final reporting. The role includes conducting static, fatigue, endurance, and environmental testing to support the development of new landing gear technologies, qualification of new products, and ongoing in-service programmes.

Review test procedure requirements. Develop detailed resource plans to meet testing objectives. Lead and coordinate test execution activities. Operate control and data acquisition systems. Install and configure test instrumentation. Investigate faults and resolve testing issues. Collaborate with internal and external customers, suppliers, and stakeholders. Produce technical documentation and comprehensive test reports. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the test facility.

But what else? (benefits, specificities, etc.)

Experience in structural strength, fatigue, endurance, environmental, and/or flight test instrumentation.

Experience in electrical & hydraulic systems, servo controls and PLC controllers.

Experience in the application & use of test control systems, data acquisition systems and instrumentation.

Practical experience within a test environment

Knowledge of strain gauging and its application (strain gauge theory would be advantageous).

An ability to understand technical drawings and test requirement documentation.

Experience with calibration of transducers, e.g., force, pressure, displacement.

Technical report writing

Project management skills to meet customer requirements and deliver customer satisfaction on quality, cost and time.

Knowledge of safe working practices relating to all aspects of testing (e.g. General Health & Safety at Work, Risk Assessments, COSHH, Isolation & Lockout procedures, Lifting & Slinging)

Excellent computer literacy & IT skills e.g. Microsoft Applications.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking. Safran Landing Systems is the world leader in landing gear, wheels & brakes, and associated systems for civil and military aircraft and helicopters. We master the entire lifecycle of our products, from design and manufacturing through to maintenance. Did you know that every second, somewhere in the world, an aircraft lands using one of our systems?

Would you like to grow in an international, stimulating and supportive environment within a human-sized company? Join us! Become one of our 8,000 passionate employees worldwide. Don't meet 100% of the requirements? That's not a barrier for us. Above all, we're looking for creative and committed people!

Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you-both in and out of work, including:

Early finish on Fridays, Hybrid Working
Competitive salary, annual profit share bonus and pay review
25 days' holiday + bank holidays (option to buy/sell)
Up to 8% employer matched pension scheme and life assurance
Health cash plan, cycle and tech purchase schemes
Professional development, ongoing training, mentoring
Onsite amenities: parking, restaurant, bicycle storage, showers
Family-friendly and accessible workplace policies