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.

You will hold an appropriate Engineering or Science degree (Bachelors or Masters) or possess equivalent experience, with proven practical experience in an industrial or scientific environment relevant to this position.

You will also demonstrate: A solid theoretical and practical knowledge of HDL firmware development for FPGAs (preferably Xilinx), using VHDL or Verilog.

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.

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...

Join to apply for the QA Test Engineer role at Metrea . Company Overview Metrea is a defense company dedicated to translating commercial innovation into solutions for the hardest problems in national security. With deep mission expertise, Metrea focuses on delivering effects-as-a-service across Aerospace, Electromagnetic & Cyber, Digital & Synthetic domains via its capability groups. Metrea also...

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...

A well-established design and manufacturing company based in East Hagbourne is seeking a Development Engineer. The role involves collaborating with design, quality, and manufacturing teams to develop bespoke products. Applicants should have experience in electrical and mechanical product development, as well as statistical and data analysis skills. A competitive salary ranging from GBP 38,000 to...

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 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 and...

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:

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.

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 also have a BS7671 Wiring Regulations Qualification or equivalent knowledge.

You will also have experience in: HV & LV Electrical systems. Using Safe Systems of work, permits, risk assessments, etc. Electrical cabling to 18th Edition Wiring Regs.

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...

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