Environmental Test Engineer
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Concept IT
Salary: £36 – £42 per hour
Due to continued growth of new products within the business, an opportunity has arisen for an experienced Environmental Test Engineer to join the development team in Hemel Hempstead for an initial 6 month contract. The development department is responsible for the development and qualification of electric motors and motor drive electronics equipment for a variety of aircraft.
Purpose of the Role:
The environmental test engineer is a key role that requires the successful applicant to create development and qualification test procedures, carry out development and qualification testing and reporting for aerospace products and systems. The role requires a good working knowledge and experience in testing to RTCA DO-160 and/or MIL-810 standards ensuring that the qualification test procedures and testing meets the customers’ requirements.
This role may involve some travel between the Hemel and Birmingham/Warwick site. All expenses will be covered.
Principle Accountabilities.
The environmental test engineer will be responsible for:
– the creation of test specifications
– procedures and associated documentation
– overseeing design of and procurement of specific test equipment, test set-up, testing and reporting.
Required to perform, but not limited to the following tests: Temperature variation, Temperature & Altitude, Waterproofness, Operational vibration & Shock, Mechanical strength, Salt fog, Humidity.
Basic Qualifications:
Ideally to degree or equivalent education in a relevant discipline. Candidates with a HNC/HND along with relevant previous experience are also desirable.
Key attributes:
– Good knowledge and experience of testing to RTCA DO-160 and/or MIL-STD 810 standards.
– A good working knowledge of MS Word and Excel is essential.
Desirable attributes:
– Experience in using Data acquisition systems (DasyLab, National Instruments).
– Previous experience in the aerospace industry.
Rates: Circa £36 – £42 per hour Limited, dependent upon experience.
If you are interested in this role please send your CV to Philip Delaloye at
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