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Senior Test Development Engineer

Employer
Raytheon U.K.
Location
Glenrothes, Fife
Closing date
10 Jan 2019
Reference
128546BR

Job Details

Business Context:

  • The Senior Test Development Engineer will be responsible for design, manufacture, verification and validation along with through life technical support of board level, sub-system and system level test equipment for military products within Raytheon UK.
  • In-depth hardware and applicable test related software design engineering experience.
  • Capable of supplying engineering leadership and technical guidance within test group to ensure robust and timely delivery of test equipment to support production manufacturing’s needs.

Responsibilities:

  • To design, build and commission custom functional test equipment to support Raytheon UKs production manufacturing facility.
  • Contribute and Lead Technically within the engineering team developing Raytheon UK test equipment to meet the specified test requirements within scope, cost, and schedule.
  • Prepare/Contribute to bids for power conversion products.
  • Provide technical guidance and direction to test equipment design teams as necessary.
  • To provide support to engineering management and customers in all aspects of test equipment design and manufacture. Prepare design evidence and present design review data to engineering management / customers.
  • To use and develop tools and techniques to improve test equipment design processes.
  • Develop product test specifications in conjunction with customers.
  • Utilise Raytheon Six Sigma process improvement principles.
  • Execute development activities in accordance with Raytheon UKs Integrated Product Development processes.

Education, skills and experience:

  • Experience in some or all of the following
  • Ideally Degree qualified in scientific, engineering or other relevant subject. Lesser qualification may be considered in lieu of experience
  • Experience in the hardware design of test equipment such as:-
  • Actuator systems
  • GPS systems
  • Switched Mode PSUs from W to kW;
  • High speed serial and parallel communication interfaces;
  • RF test development;
  • FPGA, DSP;
  • Precision Analogue A/D & D/A convertors;
  • Small signal analogue measurement techniques.
  • Experience in software design of test equipment using languages / tools, such as:-
  • LabView;
  • Test Stand; LabView CVI;
  • C#;
  • Use of PLCS and PIC Micro-controllers.
  • Experienced in Design Engineering and full product lifecycles.
  • Problem analysis and resolution.
  • Eligible for or holder of current SC security clearance. (Raytheon will sponsor as required)

Competencies:

  • High performance Engineer and self-starter.
  • Innovative and eager to push the boundaries.
  • Background of work within a project management environment, an exposure to or an understanding of Earned Value reporting techniques would be of benefit.
  • Strong knowledge of electronics design and manufacturing processes over a wide range of technologies and production platforms.
  • Analytical engineer who can process data efficiently to provide solutions to problems and communicate the outcomes at all levels.
  • Good team player who is willing to take ownership of problems and participate fully in team activities.
  • Can demonstrate contribution to specific improvements in Development and Production Programs’ effectiveness efficiency and optimisation.
  • Can understand and promote the use of Equipment / Machine SPC to identify potential issues and prevent them.
  • Understands the principles of 6 Sigma and Lean Manufacturing
  • Proven technical presentation skills.

About Raytheon:

  • Raytheon UK is a subsidiary of Raytheon Company. We are a prime contractor and major supplier to the UK Ministry of Defence and have developed strong capabilities in mission systems integration in defence, National & Cyber security and commercial markets.
  • Raytheon UK also designs, develops and manufactures a range of high-technology electronic systems and software solutions at its facilities in Harlow, Glenrothes, Gloucester, Manchester Waddington and Broughton.
  • Raytheon Company, with 2017 sales of $25 billion and 64,000 employees, is a technology and innovation leader specialising in defence, civil government and cyber security solutions.
  • With a history of innovation spanning 96 years, Raytheon provides state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration, C5ITM products and services, sensing, effects, and mission support for customers in more than 80 countries. Raytheon is headquartered in Waltham, Mass


Diversity:

  • Diversity is a core business imperative at Raytheon. We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes inclusiveness and always employs the best professionals for the job. Having a diverse workforce allows Raytheon to draw upon a range of different ideas and experiences which supports growing our business and creates an environment where everyone has an equal opportunity for success.
  • Raytheon UK pro-actively encourages diversity of ideas, thoughts, and networking opportunities and has created Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) including Raytheon Women's Network, YesNet (Young Employees Success Network), D&I council, Reservist Network etc. and all Raytheon employees are welcome to participate regardless of their background.

 

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About Raytheon UK

With facilities in Broughton, Waddington, Glenrothes, Harlow, Gloucester and Manchester, Raytheon UK is invested in the British workforce and the development of UK technology. Across the country the company employs 1,700 people and supports 8,000 jobs. As a prime contractor and major supplier to the U.K. Ministry of Defence, Raytheon continues to invest in research and development, supporting innovation and technological advances across the country.

About Raytheon

Raytheon Company, with 2018 sales of $27 billion and 67,000 employees, is a technology and innovation leader specialising in defence, civil government and cybersecurity solutions. With a history of innovation spanning 97 years, Raytheon provides state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration, C5I™ products and services, sensing, effects and mission support for customers in more than 80 countries. Raytheon is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts. Follow us on Twitter.

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