principal test engineer jobs in Didcot

You will be responsible for executing electrical and functional test procedures on engineering test benches and flight spacecraft, supporting both preparation and execution of tests in a cleanroom environment. Key Responsibilities - Execute electrical and functional test procedures on engineering test benches, flight spacecraft and payloads

You will play a key role in the design, development, and support of electronic and RF-enabled products used in safety-critical environments.

You will be an experienced electronics engineer who is comfortable taking responsibility and working in a practical, delivery-focused environment.

My client was established in 2014 and is listed as "one of the most promising" companies by the Times for technology innovation, and is a world leader in their industry. As the Junior Production Engineer, you'll be tasked with performing hands-on tasks relating to the manufacturing, assembly, and testing of products, monitoring production processes, identifying deviations, and conducting initial...

Astroscale UK & Europe are seeking an outstanding AWS Engineer / AWS System Administrator to join our excellent Global IT & Security team. Ideally you would have come from a system administration background where you were involved in DevOps and understand the principles of the DevOps life cycle. Ideally you will need to be an experienced Linux Administrator with some knowledge of Windows Server...

You will work independently and support other Nuclear Safety consultants, ensuring high‑standard, timely delivery across new build, decommissioning, and ongoing operational facilities. Opportunities exist to develop new skills and mentor graduate consultants.

You will support clients across new build, decommissioning, and ongoing operational projects, ensuring work is delivered to a high standard, on time, and to the agreed programme. This role offers opportunities to develop new skills, refresh existing ones, and work with new clients.

You will also support and mentor graduate consultants.

Electrical Test Operations Engineer (AIT)Location: Initially Stevenage, moving to RAL NSTF, Oxfordshire (from March 2026) Contract: 12 months, with possible extension Work Pattern: Shift-based, Monday-Sunday (rotating days/lates/nights) Security Clearance: SC required prior to starting Industry: Space, Aerospace, High‑Tech Manufacturing Pay per hour: £27.66 PAYE or £37.00 UmbrellaJoin the team...

A leading defense company in Harwell is seeking a Quality Assurance Test Engineer to enhance software quality for national security solutions. This role involves defining test strategies, executing tests, and collaborating in an Agile environment. Ideal candidates should have 5+ years of QA experience, strong attention to detail, and good interpersonal skills. Benefits include private medical...

A technology organization is looking for a QA Automation Engineer to join their team in Abingdon, UK. The successful candidate will evaluate, write, and execute automation test cases to enhance quality assurance before release. Key responsibilities include creating detailed test plans, maintaining the automation framework, and documenting test results. This role offers the flexibility to work...

Principal EC&I Engineer Warrington, Cheshire/ Abingdon, Oxfordshire/ Glasgow Permanent Main Purpose of Job: Definition and distribution of the scope of work to ensure that all work is executed safely, on time and at appropriate levels of quality. Delivery of all design and engineering to meet the requirements of Design Reviews and HAZOPs within Project procedures. Supervision of less...

PRINCIPAL QUALITY ENGINEER High-Integrity, Regulated Manufacturing NPI & Major Projects Safety-CriticalThis isn’t your standard quality role. This isn’t just oversight. This is principal-level ownership of quality across New Product Introduction and major, safety-critical projects.If you’re a senior professional who thrives in regulated, high-integrity manufacturing, lives and breathes APQP and...

Job Description Principal Mechanical Engineer, Nuclear, COR7349 As a highly experienced Mechanical Engineer, the Principal Mechanical Engineer will take complete ownership of projects relating to the delivery of world class technology solutions, such as handling systems in complex hazardous environments. In a client-facing role, including travelling to nuclear sites and facilities across the UK...

You will be expected to demonstrate significant experience in a modelling or engineering background at either a consultancy, water company or regulator.

You will have experience in resource utilisation management relating to project delivery management.

You will also be responsible for:

Job Description Mechanical FitterDidcot Up to £40,000 - minimum 35 hours per week Working Tuesday to Saturday Permanent Situation. We are seeking a Mechanical Fitter to perform maintenance, servicing, and breakdown work across a diverse fleet of locomotives and freight vehicles. You’ll be joining an organisation on a permanent basis who are dedicated to keeping the UK rail network running...

You will be supporting an organisation with a strong safety culture to achieve and maintain the highest radiation safety and environmental standards.

You will work closely with engineers, scientists, designers and safety professionals, striving to optimise radiation exposures within an established but continually developing science campus.

Our client, a prominent player in the Space sector, is seeking a Senior Electrical AIT Engineer to join their dynamic team in Harwell. This role offers the unique opportunity to work at the forefront of space exploration, specialising in advanced space sensors and communication technology.Key Responsibilities:Lead and coordinate all phases of AIT for a payloadPerform electrical integration of the...

PRINCIPAL QUALITY ENGINEER High-Integrity, Regulated Manufacturing NPI & Major Projects Safety-CriticalThis isn’t your standard quality role. This isn’t just oversight. This is principal-level ownership of quality across New Product Introduction and major, safety-critical projects.If you’re a senior professional who thrives in regulated, high-integrity manufacturing, lives and breathes APQP and...

Job Description Electrical Engineer, COR7345C This is a great opportunity for an ambitious Electrical Engineer, to leverage their experience in electrical engineering to design and produce electrical systems for a variety of projects for external clients, including positioning controls for remote handling systems, machinery controls, safety circuits and LV/ELV systems to name but a few. Using...

You will be responsible for executing electrical and functional test procedures on engineering test benches and flight spacecraft, supporting both preparation and execution of tests in a cleanroom environment. Key Responsibilities - Execute electrical and functional test procedures on engineering test benches, flight spacecraft and payloads

You will lead PA activities across one or more of our flagship missions, supporting project and engineering teams. With opportunities to cover across hardware, software and ground segment, this is a great chance to broaden experience on a novel In-Orbit Service, Assembly, and Manufacturing mission.