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About Us

We are currently seeking a Senior Environmental Development Engineer with extensive Development / Qualification Test Experience to join our Engineering team within Collins Aerospace Electronic Controls and Motor Systems, Solihull.

Collins Aerospace, an RTX business, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defence industry. We have the extensive capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and broad expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market for aircraft electric propulsion systems. 

Recently, the site at Solihull has developed the world’s first 1MW Motor and Control system for use in hybrid-electric aircraft propulsion. We pride ourselves on our pro-active approach to inclusivity, supporting diversity and being family orientated.

Job Description

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Environmental Development Engineer with extensive Test Experience to join our Engineering team. Current onsite facilities include Vibration, Thermal and Humidity Chambers, HALT/HASS Chambers, Salt Fog Chambers, Semiconductor Power Testers, Dynamometers, EMC Facility and an onsite workshop (including Lathe, Milling Machine, Pillar Drills etc).

The role requires a good fundamental understanding of Environmental Testing in accordance with RTCA DO160, working both individually and as part of a dynamic team.

Key Responsibilities

• As an experienced member of our team, you will be responsible for planning and conducting tests.
• Supporting teams with test and development of products.
• Being a good team player, supporting other engineering disciplines and working to deadlines.
• Assisting with locating equipment for Calibration, Repair, Servicing.
• Conducting Preventative Maintenance on Equipment, Facilities.
• Collaborate with project teams in producing test plans and procedures.

Essential Skills and Experience: 

• Minimum of a Degree or equivalent work experience in the Development Engineer field
• Produce documentation, such as:
  • Development / Qualification Test Procedures
  • Development / Qualification Test Reports
• Ability to plan and conduct Development / Qualification Environmental Testing including arranging onsite and offsite availability and arranging the necessary test equipment in accordance with RTCA DO-160 and MIL-STD 810 standards.
• Partake / Conduct Test Readiness Reviews.
• Experience of planning and/or conducting tests, such as:
  • Temperature
  • Humidity
  • Vibration and Shock
• Microsoft Office Software - Word, Excel.
• Failure Reporting.
• A proactive style, team spirit, high energy level, and positive outlook.
• The ability to work closely with team members from other engineering disciplines.
• Flexible and able to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplined team to tight deadlines.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Ideally from an aerospace, military, defence, automotive or similar industry.
• Experience of the following Testing:
  • Waterproofness
  • Explosive Atmosphere
  • HALT/HASS
  • Fluid Susceptibility
  • Sand & Dust
  • Salt Fog
  • Hydraulic Strength/Fatigue
  • Icing
• Experience of Software:
  • Pico Technology Software (Picolog, Picoscope)
  • Labview
• Generating documentation, such as:
  • In-house Test Reports
  • Standard Work Instructions
• Demonstrable Time Management skills.
• Assist with Preventative Maintenance.
• Conduct Risk Assessments (For Environmental Testing)

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary.
• Bonus Scheme
• Flexible working, hybrid working and a family friendly approach.
• Outstanding state-of-the-art facilities and laboratories centrally located and easily accessible.
• Life insurance.
• Excellent corporate pension plan with a 2:1 matched contribution up to 10%.
• Private Health Insurance.
• 25 days annual leave plus ability to buy/sell up to 5 days.
• Career development.
• Half day working on Fridays.
• And so much more!

Next steps?

• If you feel we are a place where you can belong, we'd love to learn more about you.
• When you apply, you'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll be sure to discuss it with you. Thank you for showing an interest in joining our team.

Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.

• Collins Aerospace are an equal opportunities employer, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We recognise that not everyone will find that an interview process suits them, so please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments to be made during the interview process.
• Collins Aerospace, in accordance with our 'Baseline Security' requirements, will request from candidates evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK, and employment and/or education history for up to three years, in relation to certain roles within the business.

RTX is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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