Electrical Test Engineer
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Pay Rate: £35.00 per hour (Umbrella) + uplift of 20%
Work Pattern: Shifts – must be flexible to changing shift patterns (including weekends and 24/7 coverage as required)
Security Clearance: Must have current SC clearance or be eligible for SC
IR35: Inside IR35
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Test Operator to join a leading space and high‑tech manufacturing project. You will be responsible for executing electrical and functional test procedures on engineering test benches and flight spacecraft, supporting both preparation and execution of tests in a cleanroom environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute electrical and functional test procedures on engineering test benches, flight spacecraft and payloads
- Prepare electrical test setups, make electrical measurements, and execute functional tests
- Use Central Checkout System (CCS), Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE), and Spacecraft Check Out Equipment (SCOE)
- Validate test aids, update procedures, raise work orders, and prepare test documentation
- Support development and debugging of automated test procedures (ATP)
- Assist with electrical integration, automated/manual tests at unit, subsystem, and system level
- Support environmental and launch test campaigns
- Support department operations, including equipment calibration and logistics
Skills & Experience Required
- Knowledge of spacecraft electrical systems and harnesses
- Familiarity with spacecraft subsystems (Data Handling, Power, Thermal, etc.)
- Competence with electrical and RF test equipment (DMM, oscilloscope, signal generator, power meter, network analyser, etc.)
- Computer skills for test documentation; experience with Digital Design and Manufacturing Systems (DDMS) beneficial
- Experience updating test sequences/scripts for spacecraft tests from CCS
- Awareness of cleanroom disciplines
- Experience in electrical integration, test equipment, and environmental/launch campaigns
Education & Training
- Minimum HNC or NVQ Level 4 in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience, 5+ years)
- Full‑time, on‑site role
- Two‑stage interview process (telephone and on‑site)
To apply: Please submit an up to date copy of your CV to be considered for this position. For more information please email Ellie at Carbon60 at ellie.lunenkay@carbon60global.com
Location: Swindon, England, United Kingdom
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