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Principal Test Development Engineer

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ultra logoUltra · Foundation Park, UK
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Responsibilities

  • Provide cost estimates and lead times for test equipment development required during the bid and proposal process.
  • Lead and contribute to design-for-test activities ensuring that new designs can be successfully tested.
  • Define efficient and cost-effective test solutions for testing products both in production and Qualification phase of a products development and introduction into production.
  • Design the test facility and production of the documentation to enable efficient manufacturing and testing.
  • Support the manufacture of the test facility.
  • Develop test software and firmware that is required for the test facility.
  • Commission of the test facility, including identifying and producing calibration procedure when required.
  • Create clear test procedures and documentation, describing the procedure for using developed equipment to enable testing of the finished products during production and qualification activities.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to define the interfacing protocols regarding software development.
  • Maintain, troubleshoot, and improve existing legacy test equipment.
  • Manage security of information as defined in the Security manual.
  • Required Experience, Skills and Qualifications:
  • Proficient in developing automated test programs using National Instruments TestStand and CVI or LabView
  • Strong experience in 'C' based programming
  • Experienced in creating basic 2D mechanical drawings for test facilities.
  • Experienced in creating basic electrical circuit drawing and wiring information for test boxes and cables.
  • Skilled in generating consistent written instructions on how to perform a test.
  • Proficient with using standard office tools (Word, Excel, Visio etc.).
  • Experience in developing testing digital FPGA based products.
  • Experience in developing testing RF products up to 20 GHz.
  • Desirable Experience, Skills and Qualifications:
  • Experience testing Ethernet interfaces, I2C, SPI, RS232, RS485 is an advantage.
  • Experience in testing products using JTAG test methods using JATG Technologies Provision tools
  • Familiarity with AS9100 and DAOS
  • Security Clearance:
  • Candidates must be willing and able to obtain, and maintain, SC to DV security clearance
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Benefits

Every employee is critical to our success, and as such, we offer a range of flexible employee benefits, including:Participation in an Annual Bonus SchemePrivate Medical Cover25 days' holiday (plus Bank Holidays) with the option to buy an extra 5 daysPension Contribution4 x Life Assurance CoverFlexible working hours with opportunity for a 1pm finish on a FridayFlexible benefits including cycle to work scheme, will writing and moreSecurity Clearance Allowance - where relevant and subject to you holding the required security clearanceDiversity, Equity & Inclusion StatementVision insurancePaid time offFlexible scheduleEquity / stock optionsPerformance bonus

Additional Information

Company: Ultra Intelligence & Communications Cyber (UK) Business Powering Decision Join the team redefining defense technology. From engineering systems that save lives to leading programs that change the battlefield-find your place in the future of defense. Cyber Business Our Cyber business unit is at the forefront of pioneering advanced cryptographic and key management solutions, facilitating the confidential exchange of vital information for customers operating at both tactical and strategic echelons. Join our team and participate in the innovation that ensures the highest security and trust worldwide. Job Description Based at our Cyber Centre of Excellence in Maidenhead. As Principal Test Development Engineer, your primary role is the design and implementation of test solutions for new electronic products as they are developed and brought into production. You will maintain and enhance existing test facilities, supporting current and legacy products. You will collaborate with the engineering function to ensure product designs are optimised for efficient, reliable testing.


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