# Test and Means Engineer

**Company:** [Safran Engineering Services UK Limited](null/companies/bcLUKqCEMzLqxjHA1ZDfXK.md)
**Location:** Pitstone, United Kingdom
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Contract
**Department:** SEP

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## Description

The Test & Means Engineer is responsible for planning, organising, and executing development and qualification tests on Safran Electrical & Power products and systems. The role ensures that product-level requirements are validated through testing, analysis, and other verification methods, working closely with validation, verification, and project teams.

The role is available for 12m either as a contractor or on a Fixed Term Contract, with a possibility of Temp to Perm. Please only apply if you would be willing to accept a permanent contract.

Tasks include

-   Plan, organise, and perform development and qualification tests for Safran products.
-   Perform electrical, mechanical, environmental, and vibration testing using specialised equipment
-   Produce high‑quality technical reports and documentation to support all test activities
-   Set up mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic systems, and electrical wiring to defined impedances
-   Lead and coordinate test and development activities for Safran Electrical & Power (SEP) products
-   Plan and prioritise required test work, including managing workloads for small technical teams[](https://www.aerocontact.com/en/aerospace-aviation-jobs/test-and-means-engineer-hf~919738.html)
-   Collaborate with project teams to deliver testing to agreed schedules and standards
-   Translate product‑level requirements into robust validation plans[](https://www.aerocontact.com/en/aerospace-aviation-jobs/test-and-means-engineer-hf~919738.html)
-   Define verification phases, including resources, equipment, facilities, and risk assessments
-   Support development and maintenance of environmental and vibration testing capabilities[](https://www.aerocontact.com/en/aerospace-aviation-jobs/test-and-means-engineer-hf~919738.html)
-   Troubleshoot and fault‑find test rigs, measurement systems, and equipment[](https://www.simplyhired.co.uk/job/WyKM12XvofusD5jvcS6HC-JDZndntvYH9xdOo83M9z447IQM4rVWaA)
-   Identify process improvements to reduce waste, enhance quality, and improve lead times[](https://www.aerocontact.com/en/aerospace-aviation-jobs/test-and-means-engineer-hf~919738.html)

## Requirements

Degree in Engineering or equivalent technical qualification[](https://www.simplyhired.co.uk/job/WyKM12XvofusD5jvcS6HC-JDZndntvYH9xdOo83M9z447IQM4rVWaA)

Experience with mechanical, electrical, environmental, or vibration testing[](https://www.simplyhired.co.uk/job/WyKM12XvofusD5jvcS6HC-JDZndntvYH9xdOo83M9z447IQM4rVWaA)

Proficiency with data acquisition systems (LabView, Dewesoft, DASYLab) (Not essential)[](https://www.simplyhired.co.uk/job/WyKM12XvofusD5jvcS6HC-JDZndntvYH9xdOo83M9z447IQM4rVWaA)

Understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical test systems[](https://www.simplyhired.co.uk/job/WyKM12XvofusD5jvcS6HC-JDZndntvYH9xdOo83M9z447IQM4rVWaA)

Strong organisational, planning, and coordination skills[](https://www.aerocontact.com/en/aerospace-aviation-jobs/test-and-means-engineer-hf~919738.html)

## Benefits

-   Early finish on a Friday - 0800-1645 Mon-Thurs, 0800-1200 Friday
-   Onsite canteen