ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE OF THE SENIOR TEST ENGINEER:

Extensive experience delivering technical contributions in IT System Integration, testing methodologies and acceptance trails
Proven experience being a Technical Leader contributing to both success and growth
Demonstrable experience of broad comprehensive understandings and concepts within the areas of System Engineering, System integration and System testing
The ability to make complex judgements based on advanced analytical thought with a strong commercial awareness
Previous experience identifying problems and providing pragmatic solutions

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE SENIOR TEST ENGINEER:

A first degree in Science, Engineering or an equivalent discipline
We value difference and we don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you .
This role is 37 hours per week based at our Portsdown Technology Park site.
Portsmouth Technology Park (PTP) is one of QinetiQ’s key facilities, focusing on advanced technology development and engineering services. It is dedicated to research and development, ensuring that complex systems are designed, integrated, and tested effectively to meet operational requirements. The facility utilises sophisticated modelling and simulation techniques to analyse and predict performance.
Why Join QinetiQ?
As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there’s never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges.
As a QinetiQ employee, you’ll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds, disciplines and experiences enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork, and pulling together, you’ll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives, blend disciplines, and link technologies; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued and realise your full potential. Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture. www.qinetiq.com/en/careers/life-at-qinetiq
Our Benefits
Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more
We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community

ROLE TYPE:

Permanent – Full Time
Package: Competitive Salary + Benefits
Role ID: SF18112
Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ, we’re not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting-edge defence technology to ground-breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as a Senior Test Engineer at our Portsmouth site, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.
The Role
As a Senior Test Engineer, you will provide both management and delivery of our customer’s System Integration and Testing requirements being a key resource ensuring that the system delivered is fit for use and fit for purpose.
Day-to-day, you’ll be leading project teams by managing and guiding staff to deliver solutions for both new and existing customers providing technical leadership at the heart of Defences modernisation.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

Providing technical leadership and assurance by understanding and interpreting the appropriate technical standards required
Supporting the development of Test staff in both technical disciplines and resourcing decisions
Being responsible for the development of the design and implementation of IT Technical test frameworks
The production of technical delivery plans and high level documentation including reports, presentations and roadmaps
Understanding market requirements and future technology developments and applying them to technical solutions