Aerospace Test Lead: Flexible Lab Engineer

Airbus; Bristol; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is looking for a Test Support Technician/Engineer in Bristol. You will manage and deliver structural tests while coordinating stakeholders and ensuring project quality. Candidates should possess practical knowledge of workshop equipment and have strong communication skills in English. The role offers a salary ranging from £38,000 to £45,000 depending on experience, alongside flexible working hours and a generous benefits package.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

25 days holidays plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Discretionary bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Educated to a minimum of ONC/HNC or equivalent.
• Practical proficiency from recognized training/development programs.
• Understanding of safe handling and assembly of materials.

Responsibilities

• Project manage and deliver structural tests on time, cost, and quality.
• Prepare pre-design for specification release.
• Support acceptance of test means after manufacturing.

Skills

Practical knowledge of workshop equipment

Communication skills in English

Ability to work from technical drawings

Problem solving

Experience with structural loading systems

Knowledge of aluminium, steel, titanium alloys

Education

ONC/HNC or equivalent

Tools

Lathe

Miller

Pillar drill

Job description

A leading aerospace company is looking for a Test Support Technician/Engineer in Bristol. You will manage and deliver structural tests while coordinating stakeholders and ensuring project quality. Candidates should possess practical knowledge of workshop equipment and have strong communication skills in English. The role offers a salary ranging from £38,000 to £45,000 depending on experience, alongside flexible working hours and a generous benefits package.