Test Engineer - Propulsion System

Location: Luton, England, gb

Company Description

ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation.

Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today.

Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!

Job Description

As a Test Engineer you will join  the team in Luton to support our activities within the Aerospace sector. 

You will support the planning, organisation, and execution of development and qualification testing activities for electrical power and propulsion systems. Working within a laboratory and engineering test environment, you will help deliver verification and validation programmes while producing high-quality technical documentation to demonstrate product compliance.

• Location: Luton
• On Site: Full - Time 
• Clearance:  Clearable 
• Experience Level: Junior to mid 

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver development and qualification test activities in support of engineering programmes
• Prepare and execute test setups including instrumentation, test rigs, and data acquisition systems
• Produce technical documentation including Test Plans, Test Procedures, and Test Reports
• Support Verification & Validation teams in defining and executing appropriate compliance methods
• Coordinate testing activities with cross-functional teams including Design, R&D, Manufacturing, and Quality
• Support the efficient use of test facilities, equipment, and laboratory resources
• Contribute to continuous improvement of test facilities, rigs, processes, and ways of working

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Experience supporting development or qualification testing within engineering environments
• Hands-on experience working with test equipment, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems
• Ability to interpret technical requirements and translate them into structured test activities
• Experience producing technical documentation for verification or qualification testing
• Strong planning and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple testing activities

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience.
• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant industry experience, or equivalent hands-on experience within engineering test environments

Desirable Skills:

• Experience testing electrical power systems or propulsion systems
• Knowledge of mechanical and hydraulic systems to support test rig setup
• Experience using Dewesoft, DASYLab, or LabVIEW
• Understanding of risk assessment processes and laboratory safety procedures
• Experience working within aerospace or highly regulated engineering environments

Additional Information

Why join us? 

We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.

At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.

Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.

In short you get: 

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style 
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle & Tech Scheme 
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes. 

ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. 

This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.