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A Production Test Technician is sought to join an innovative engineering team in Essex, contributing to the testing, validation, and verification of high-quality electronic products.
The Production Test Technician, Essex, will play a key role within Pickering's production test team, ensuring the reliability and performance of electronic systems through precise testing, continuous process improvement, and fault analysis.
Responsibilities include:
Working to implemented electronic test plans and procedures.
Performing tests on systems, including both hardware and software components.
Ensuring the reliability and accuracy of test results through continuous improvement initiatives.
Developing a thorough understanding of Pickering's products and systems.
Producing detailed reports of faults found to support ongoing product enhancement.
Assisting in the development of ATE test programs for new products.
Fault finding down to component level and carrying out clean, accurate repairs.
Adapting to new test methods and associated test fixtures/cables.
The Production Test Technician, Essex, will have the following key skills:
A higher-level qualification in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, such as HNC or BTEC Level 3.
Some experience in electronic test, ideally within a manufacturing or R&D environment.
Strong knowledge of electronic test methodologies, tools, and equipment.
Ability to fault-find and test down to component level.
Awareness of industry standards such as ISO 9001 and IPC.
Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication.
APPLY NOW - the Production Test Technician job in Essex could be of interest, send your CV to ADighton@RedlineGroup.Com
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Type: Permanent Location: Essex, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £28000 - £31000 per annum
Posted: 2025-11-11 16:01:46
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Validation & Verification Engineer to join a leading flight software team working on cutting-edge space missions.
This role offers the chance to contribute to next-generation orbital debris removal and satellite servicing projects, a truly unique opportunity to make an impact on the future of space sustainability.
Were looking for someone with a strong background in real-time embedded software whos ready to take the next step in their career and play a key role in ensuring flight software reliability, performance, and safety.
Youll be responsible for the verification and validation (V&V) of onboard flight software for satellite missions, defining solutions based on system requirements and collaborating across subsystems to ensure robust, high-quality software delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
- Participate in the validation and verification of flight software for satellite onboard computers.
- Review technical specifications and requirements documents (SRS, ICD, SDD, etc.).
- Design, implement, and automate test cases and scripts.
- Develop and maintain test environments and simulators.
- Identify and implement test equipment solutions.
- Collaborate with subsystem teams to define software needs and interfaces.
- Contribute to technical reviews and knowledge sharing across projects.
Essential Skills:
- Proven experience designing and automating test cases for real-time embedded software.
- Strong programming ability in Python, including dependency and environment management.
- Experience in software validation facilities (numerical, hybrid, or hardware-based).
- Familiarity with Git and modern software development workflows.
- Background in space software verification and validation (C/C++).
- Understanding of communication protocols (PUS, CCSDS, CAN, SpaceWire).
- Knowledge of ECSS standards, especially ECSS-E-ST-40C.
- Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle.
- Proactive, self-managing, and able to take ownership while working collaboratively.
Desirable Skills:
- Experience with RTOS platforms (VxWorks or RTEMS).
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and UML.
- Experience with Linux environments, shell scripting, and QT-based applications.
- Knowledge of cFS framework, SPARC V8 or PowerPC architectures.
- Understanding of mission design lifecycles from concept to operations.
Whats on Offer
- Competitive salary
- Flexible working around core hours (optional 9/75 pattern)
- Hybrid working options
- 2528 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Private healthcare, life insurance, and long-term sick pay
- Relocation support & visa sponsorship (where applicable)
- Modern, state-of-the-art workspace
- Regular team and social events
- Opportunity to work with an international team on pioneering space technology
If youre an experienced Flight Software Engineer or Verification Specialist ready to contribute to mission-critical space systems, wed love to hear from you.
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Type: Permanent Location: Oxfordshire,England
Start: 11/11/2025
Salary / Rate: £40000 - £85000 per annum, Benefits: Hybrid & flexible working, 9/75 work pattern, private healthcare, & more!
Posted: 2025-11-11 08:12:04
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Are you looking for a job opportunity with a versatile company who have some extremely exciting products based in Loughborough?
A Senior Electronics Engineer is required to join my client who is a multi-national business and a market leader in their field.
With a high investment in research and development, leading brand and low staff turnover, my client are looking to recruit a Senior Electronics Engineer to join their R&D department based in Loughborough.
The Senior Electronics Engineer Job will be taking a role in development and will follow through the entire development cycle.
Requirements for the Senior Electronics Engineer Job:
Provable experience in electronics hardware design including analysis, simulation, schematic capture and PCB layout
Low level power supply design experience using simulation
Design experience of schematic capture and layout of complex PCBs
Design experience with complex microprocessor or DSP devices
The responsibilities for this Senior Electronics Engineer Job are;
Design complex high-speed digital and analogue circuit boards
Schematic capture and PCB layout
Develop PCBA requirements in collaboration with other engineering disciplines
Perform design verification testing and system integration testing
This is a fantastic job opportunity to join a well-established, highly profitable company in Loughborough who invest heavily in R&D.
APPLY NOW or if you would like further information on the Senior Electronics Engineer job opportunity, please send an up to date CV Rwilcocks@RedlineGroup.Com or call Ricky Wilcocks on 01582 878810 or 0791788834.
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Type: Permanent Location: Loughborough, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £45000 - £65000 per annum
Posted: 2025-11-09 00:00:08
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A leading space engineering organisation is seeking an Embedded Flight Software Engineer to join its growing flight software team, developing real-time embedded software for next-generation orbital missions.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced engineer to work on technically challenging and high-impact projects, developing onboard flight software for spacecraft and contributing to missions designed to enable safe and sustainable space operations.
Youll take ownership of key aspects of flight software design, definition, integration, and validation, working closely with multi-disciplinary teams across spacecraft systems, GNC, and avionics.
For this role we can consider visa sponsorship and relocation support.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and validate real-time embedded flight software for satellite onboard computers.
- Define software architecture, ICDs, and development and verification plans.
- Collaborate with systems and subsystem teams to identify software requirements and deliver solutions.
- Perform integration, verification, and validation activities on target and in simulation.
- Support mission testing and simulation campaigns.
- Contribute to continuous improvement and knowledge sharing across projects and global teams.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a relevant engineering discipline.
- Proven experience developing software for real-time embedded systems (C/C++).
- Strong understanding of real-time operating systems (e.g.
VxWorks, RTEMS).
- Experience implementing equipment drivers and ICDs.
- Proficient with Git version control and modern software development workflows.
- Experience developing and executing test plans and debugging software both in simulation and on target.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work proactively with minimal supervision.
Desirable Skills
- Experience developing software for space systems or other high-reliability environments.
- Experience with VxWorks and familiarity with PowerPC architecture.
- Knowledge of communication protocols such as CCSDS, CAN, and SpaceWire.
- Understanding of software standards such as MISRA and familiarity with ECSS standards.
- Experience with NASA cFS framework.
- Proficiency with Linux, shell scripting, build systems, and Python.
- Experience across the full mission lifecycle from concept to operations.
Whats on Offer
- Opportunity to work with a highly skilled and diverse international team.
- Flexible working around core hours with a hybrid setup.
- Optional compressed working pattern (9/75).
- 25 days annual leave (increasing with service) plus bank holidays.
- Private healthcare, life insurance, and long-term sick pay.
- Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship (where applicable).
- State-of-the-art office and cleanroom facilities.
- Supportive, collaborative environment with regular social and professional development events.
If youre passionate about developing software that powers real-world space missions and want to contribute to the future of sustainable space operations, wed love to hear from you.
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Type: Permanent Location: Oxfordshire,England
Start: 07/11/2025
Salary / Rate: £40000 - £75000 per annum, Benefits: Hybrid & flexible working, 9/75 work pattern, private healthcare, & more!
Posted: 2025-11-07 08:49:04
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Ground Segment Systems Engineer to join a leading space engineering team developing the infrastructure and software that enable mission-critical spacecraft operations.
This is a high-impact role with significant autonomy, where youll lead the development of ground systems from concept through to maintenance, shaping the technology that supports safe and efficient mission control.
Youll act as a bridge between Mission & Systems Engineering and Operations, ensuring that ground systems are robust, integrated, and ready to deliver across all phases of flight operations.
This role suits an engineer with a strong understanding of ground segment architecture and experience across multiple missions, whos ready to take ownership and mentor others in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
For this role we can consider visa sponsorship and relocation support.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and contribute to the development of ground systems including Mission Control, Mission Planning, and Ground Station Interface Systems.
- Define ground segment requirements and oversee delivery of specific components.
- Act as technical lead or product owner, interfacing with both internal teams and external suppliers.
- Follow Agile (SCRUM) methodologies to deliver on requirements, schedule, and quality.
- Develop and maintain project documentation including requirements, V&V plans, test procedures, and reports.
- Support verification and validation, system integration, and simulation campaigns.
- Provide technical support and training to operations teams using ground systems.
- Troubleshoot, maintain, and enhance operational ground segment components.
What Youll Bring
- Degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a relevant engineering discipline.
- Minimum 5 years experience in satellite ground systems engineering.
- Strong understanding of the ground segment architecture and its core components (mission control, mission planning, and communications systems).
- Solid grasp of requirements engineering, system integration, and verification and validation.
- Excellent communication and reporting skills, comfortable collaborating with international teams.
- Fluent in English, written and spoken.
Desirable Skills
- Experience with Mission Control Systems (preferably SCOS-2000-based).
- Knowledge of automation and mission planning systems.
- Familiarity with ground stations and antenna communications.
- Understanding of satellite operations and product lifecycle management.
- Experience with ECSS and CCSDS standards.
- Programming experience in C++ or Java.
- Linux system administration and scripting skills (shell, make, etc.).
- Experience working in Agile/SCRUM environments.
Whats on Offer
- Work with a talented, diverse, and international engineering team on cutting-edge space technologies.
- Flexible and hybrid working options around core hours.
- Optional compressed working pattern (9/75).
- 25 days annual leave (increasing with service) plus bank holidays.
- Private healthcare, life insurance, and long-term sick pay.
- Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship (where applicable).
- State-of-the-art office and cleanroom facilities.
- Regular team and social events in a collaborative, supportive environment.
If youre an experienced systems engineer ready to take technical ownership of ground segment development for next-generation space missions, wed love to hear from you.
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Type: Permanent Location: Oxfordshire,England
Start: 07/11/2025
Salary / Rate: £60000 - £90000 per annum, Benefits: Hybrid & flexible working, 9/75 work pattern, private healthcare, & more!
Posted: 2025-11-07 08:46:08
