Test Technician

Job Description:

Your Impact

We are looking for a Test Technician to join our team at Leonardo's Luton site. This role is critical to ensuring the quality, performance, and reliability of advanced aerospace and defence products through rigorous testing, fault diagnosis, and verification activities.

As a Test Technician, you will be responsible for testing complex electronic and electro-mechanical assemblies and equipment against defined specifications and procedures. Working within a highly regulated manufacturing environment, you will use a range of specialist test equipment to verify product performance, investigate faults, and support the delivery of high-quality products to our customers.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology while contributing to products that help protect people, assets, and national security.

What You Will Do

Testing & Verification

• Perform functional, environmental, and acceptance testing of electronic and electro-mechanical assemblies, units, and systems.
• Execute test procedures in accordance with engineering specifications, manufacturing instructions, and quality standards.
• Configure and operate a variety of manual and automated test equipment.
• Verify product performance against technical requirements and customer specifications.
• Record, analyse, and interpret test results to determine product conformity.
• Support first-off, in-process, and final acceptance testing activities.

Fault Diagnosis & Investigation

• Investigate product failures and identify root causes of faults.
• Perform fault-finding to component, module, or assembly level using approved diagnostic methods.
• Utilise schematics, drawings, circuit diagrams, and technical documentation to support fault diagnosis.
• Work closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Design Engineering, and Quality teams to resolve technical issues.
• Accurately document faults, corrective actions, and investigation outcomes.

Production Support

• Support production schedules by ensuring products are tested and released in line with programme requirements.
• Maintain high levels of test throughput while ensuring compliance with quality standards.
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities focused on test efficiency, product quality, and manufacturing performance.
• Assist with the development, validation, and improvement of test processes and procedures.
• Support calibration and maintenance activities relating to test equipment and fixtures.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all testing activities comply with quality standards, regulatory requirements, and company procedures.
• Raise non-conformance reports and quality notifications where required.
• Maintain accurate production and test records to support full product traceability.
• Adhere to ESD, FOD, and Clean-as-You-Go requirements.
• Operate safely and effectively within laboratory, workshop, and manufacturing environments.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety policies and safe systems of work at all times.

What You'll Bring

Essential Skills & Experience

• Experience in testing, fault diagnosis, or manufacturing support within an engineering environment.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, circuit diagrams, and technical specifications.
• Experience using electronic test equipment such as:
  • Digital Multimeters
  • Oscilloscopes
  • Power Supplies
  • Signal Generators
  • Automated Test Equipment (ATE)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience investigating and resolving technical faults.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to document technical information clearly.
• Good understanding of quality and manufacturing processes.

• HNC/HND, NVQ Level 3, Apprenticeship, or equivalent qualification in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related discipline.
• Experience testing aerospace, defence, military, or other highly regulated products.
• Knowledge of RF, analogue, digital, or power electronics.
• Experience with environmental testing and qualification activities.
• Understanding of ESD and FOD control procedures.
• Experience using automated test systems and data acquisition equipment.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Previous experience working within a cleanroom or controlled manufacturing environment.

Personal Attributes

We're particularly interested in individuals who demonstrate:

• Strong attention to detail and quality focus.
• Logical and methodical approach to problem solving.
• Curiosity and a desire to investigate and understand technical issues.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Reliability and accountability.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

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.

Security Clearance

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, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting

Why join us

At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.

• Time to Recharge: Enjoy 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 (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).
• Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
• Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
• Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.
• Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
• Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.

Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity.

For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.

Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.

At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.

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Primary Location:

GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hybrid Working:

Onsite