Leonardo
Test Systems Design Engineer
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Senior Test Engineer – GCAP, Future Combat Air
Salary Range: £45,000 – £60,000
Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with approved broad bands. The displayed salary reflects standard market benchmarks, subject to governance and internal equity processes.
Your Impact
Join a once-in-a-generation Defence programme defining National and International Combat Air capability in the UK, including the Tempest 6th Generation fighter aircraft—scheduled for Royal Air Force service by 2035. As a Test Engineer in the Test Environments team of GCAP, you’ll:
- Play a critical role in pioneering future test capabilities
- Collaborate on physical, digital, and real-world integrated testing
- Support international partnerships (UK, Italy, Japan)
Hybrid working will be possible, though onsite collaboration is essential. Enhanced Security Requirements apply—see details below.
What You’ll Do
- Deliver end-to-end Test Solutions across multiple contexts, including:
- System Requirement Integration (SRI/LRI)
- Bench- and full-system integration
- Hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and simulation
- Capture stakeholder requirements to inform the Test, Evaluation, and Acceptance Plans, defining schedules, dependencies, and constraints.
- Act as Leonardo’s Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Test Engineering, influencing Test Strategy across:
- International and UK stakeholders
- Procurement, Future Factory, IT teams
- Lead synthetic trials integration (development support and airborne trial exploitation).
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What You’ll Bring
essentials
- Industry experience in Simulation & Modelling (e.g., Simulink)
- Degree—or equivalent practical experience—in Science, Engineering, Technology, or Maths
desired skills
- Proven experience as a Test Engineer
- Knowledge of Digital Twin Software
- Systems engineering lifecycle/verification experience
Willingness to learn is key—inclusive of less conventional qualifications if balanced with transferable capabilities.
Security Clearance
"Pre-employment screening applies, compliant with UK Government’s Baseline ASST (formerly BPSS). Enhanced security may include requirements for SC/Developed Vetting. Please contact Opportunities team for guidance."*
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Why Join Leonardo?
Your wellbeing and career are prioritised. Benefits include:
✅ Augmented wellbeing support
- Mental health consultation
- Financial advice
- Employee-led inclusion programs (Pride, Disability Advocacy, Equality, Armed Forces)
✅ Flexible growth opportunities
- Hybrid working
- Tailored “perks” (commuter car allowance, private healthcare, exercise discounts)
✅ Development
- Award-winning pension (15% employer contribution)
- 4,000+ online courses (Coursera & LinkedIn Learning)
- Bonus & flexible rewards
✅ Innovation & Diversity
- Global company using leading-edge technology for aerospace and defence
- Commitment to inclusive workplaces
Next Steps
For full details: visit our careers site
Location: Primary (Edinburgh), Hybrid (Southampton)
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