Test Architect in Luton, Bedfordshire

Job title - Test Architect
Location - Stevenage
Duration - 12 months likely to be extended
Pay rate - Up to £60 Umbrella - Inside IR35

Due to this project being in the Defence, you must have active SC security clearance to be considered for the position.

Overview of department:
Our clients are looking for experienced Test Equipment Engineers that want to use their knowledge in a system/sub system management role. Our department is responsible for specifying the production and in-service tests required to ensure correct manufacture and continued operation of the unit hardware. The role includes specifying the tests and test equipment required, managing the requirements for that Test Equipment and managing the development through delivery and into service.
Responsibilities:
* Responsible for the capture, development and management of Test Equipment requirements from all Customers (Internal, Domestic and Export) across the Product Life Cycle.
* Responsible for writing and developing the test specifications detailing the hardware testing required during production.
* Responsible for the Test Equipment design trades between Cost, Scope and Time.
* Responsible for proposing and recommending, with the Chief Design Engineer, the cost vs test coverage trade-offs.
* Working with the manufacturing team define the Special-To-Type Test Equipment (STTE) required to support production.
* Responsible for the management of Test System obsolescence to optimise upgrade programs.
* Responsible for producing and maintaining plans for activities within their sphere of responsibility.
* Interface with and manage customer expectations throughout the development process.
* Technically manage internal & external suppliers for delivery of Test Equipment packages to time, cost, quality and performance requirements
* Main point of contact between the project team and TE supplier.
Skillset/experience required:
Ideally educated to degree level with substantial experience of Test, Electrical and Electronic engineering, ideally including at least one of the following:
* Digital electronics and microprocessor systems.
* Analogue electronics and RF.
* Power Electronics.
* Test Equipment Design.
Good understanding of:
* Experience in requirements capture in DOORS
* Project Management and planning.
* Diverse and conflicting Stakeholder Management.
* Ability to influence managers and other stakeholders across the company.
* Determination and desire to succeed.
* Strong interpersonal and well developed communication skills (written & verbal).
* Willingness to travel when required.

If you think this is the position for you, just get in touch!

Disclaimer:

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.