Senior Test Engineer

Overview

Collins Aerospace is a global leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the aerospace and defence industry. This is a new role within Collins and an opportunity to be part of the ASG electric thrust reverser actuation centre of excellence, working as part of a team of technical innovators in the development of new technologies for next-generation aerospace nacelle actuation.

The position will be located within a new bespoke facility in Wolverhampton, UK. Reporting to the ASG-UK Site Lead – Chief Engineer, you will deliver test evidence across prototype, qualification, and in-service phases for next-generation aerospace systems.

• Plan, readiness activities, execution, and reporting of prototype and qualification testing.
• Interpret customer requirements into test definitions and formal test procedures for prototype and qualification tests.
• Generate and issue qualification/prototype test documentation.
• Create and execute test procedures on prototype hardware, in advance of design completion.
• Generate test equipment definitions to support prototype and qualification test activities.
• Sourcing and management of external suppliers, including test facilities, and equipment suppliers.
• Set up tests, build of test units, and mounting units in test rigs; commissioning and validation of test equipment.
• Perform functional acceptance tests of prototype units and conduct qualification testing, recording data throughout.
• Review test data against requirements and report outcomes; support failure investigations and drive corrective actions.
• Deliver and present results through clear written and oral communication.
• Coordinate off-site testing including transportation, assembly, and commissioning of support equipment.
• Oversee external test house operations and performance of functional tests during off-site testing.
• Support the maintenance of internal standard work and processes; collaborate across the team to identify synergies and best practices.
• Role based in a new Collins Aerospace facility in Wolverhampton with less than 10% international travel.

• Qualified to degree level in mechanical or electrical engineering or appropriate experience within the discipline.
• Demonstrated development/test engineering experience.
• Working knowledge of electro-mechanical actuation and sensors.
• Experience in supporting failure investigations.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills to a wide range of audiences.
• A passion for self-development and engineering excellence within a team.

• Experience of aerospace qualification testing and reporting.
• Generation of test execution documentation.
• Ability to contribute to conceptual test planning.
• Execution planning of documentation and testing to support project milestones.
• Management of qualification testing (onsite and offsite).

• Competitive salary and package; 25 days annual leave, plus public holidays with option to buy/sell up to 5 days per year.
• Generous Employer Contribution Pension Scheme with 2:1 matched contributions up to 10%.
• Private Medical Insurance;
  Health & Wellbeing Cash Plan;
  Life Assurance & Group Income protection.
• Employee Discounts & Flexible Benefits platform; EAP; support with professional fees; opportunities for development and career growth.

Onsite:
Employees who are working in onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This role is based in a new Collins Aerospace facility in Wolverhampton, UK, with