Electro Optical Test Engineer

Electro Optical Test Engineer at Leonardo Leonardo is a world‑leading high‑tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. The products developed at Basildon have widespread uses in industrial and civil applications as well as fulfilling many military requirements. Your impact As an Electro Optical Test Engineer, you will support the design, development, and ongoing support of electro‑optical test equipment and test processes for Leonardo’s range of Precision Guidance products – from early development through to production. You will work as part of the test engineering team, contributing to the specification, design, integration, and verification of test solutions, including optical, thermal, electronic, and software components. The role is hands‑on and requires a broad technical understanding, and you’ll provide support to production teams and resolve test‑related issues on existing systems. Key Responsibilities Interpret product‑level test requirements to support the definition and implementation of test strategies and systems. Support the design and commissioning of test systems used in development and production. Participate in the integration, verification, and validation of test solutions. Perform hands‑on laboratory testing and measurement using electro‑optical instrumentation. Write and review technical documentation including test procedures and user instructions. Provide production support by troubleshooting test system issues and analysing root causes of test failures or field returns. Collaborate with cross‑disciplinary teams (hardware, software, optical and systems engineers) to ensure successful product and test system delivery. Key Skills and Experience required HND or higher qualification in System, Electrical, Electronic, or related engineering discipline. Experience in one or more of the following areas: Electrical testing, Electro‑optics, Environmental testing. Familiarity with optoelectronic components and systems (e.g. lasers, photodetectors). Practical experience with lab‑based testing, diagnostics, and measurement. Good understanding of test instrumentation and data analysis. Ability to follow and contribute to structured engineering processes. Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills. Good written and verbal communication skills. Collaborative approach and ability to work effectively within a team. Desirable Experience with test software tools (e.g. LabVIEW, MATLAB or similar). Soldering experience. Knowledge of mechanical design and STTE. Understanding and knowledge of using industry standard ECAD tools. Awareness of environmental effects on hardware performance. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre‑employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). Additional security vetting may apply, including National Security Vetting (NSV) and 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 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. 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 – Hybrid hours with hybrid working options. For part‑time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. Primary Location GB – Basildon Contract Type Employee – Permanent Hybrid Working Hybrid Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Defense and Space Manufacturing, Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, and Computer and Network Security Applications Be part of something bigger – apply now #J-18808-Ljbffr