Test and Measurement Data Analyst

Utaceram; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in vehicle testing is seeking a data analyst to manage and analyze test data from various vehicle trials. This role will primarily support the Defence and Vehicle departments, focusing on data accuracy and validation while transforming raw data into actionable insights. Candidates should have experience in data acquisition and strong analytical skills, along with familiarity with tools like MATLAB, Python, and nCode. This position promises opportunities for professional growth and collaboration with engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in data acquisition, measurement, and analysis within a test environment.
• Proficiency in data processing and analysis tools such as MATLAB, Python, nCode.
• Ability to interpret technical requirements and convert them into measurable test criteria.

Responsibilities

• Validate and manage data from a variety of vehicle test activities.
• Analyze data from sensors such as accelerometers and microphones.
• Prepare technical summaries and structured reports for stakeholders.

Skills

Data acquisition

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Tools

MATLAB

Python

nCode

Excel

Job description

UTAC is a market‑leading international group in digital & sustainable mobility, customisable testing solutions, vehicle engineering, homologation, regulatory advice & expertise, certification, training, corporate events and classic & sportscars festivals.

The Group provides services and test solutions to customers in the various sectors: mobility, transport, tyre, petrochemical, agriculture and defence industries. UTAC operates test centres and laboratories in France (including the official Euro NCAP facility), the UK, USA, Finland and Morocco; it has subsidiaries in China, Japan, South Korea, Italy & Romania. UTAC employs around 1300 people across its various locations.

As a group we share a strong and clear vision to deliver safe and efficient solutions and systems to our customers. We are proud and confident in our heritage, our capabilities and our people and believe that by creating a culture where individuals feel they can make a difference and enjoy coming to work, we can deliver the best possible service to our customers.

Our core values of Expertise, Innovationand Integrityprovide a clear daily guide to how we work together safely, as one team, helping each other to succeed.

Job Description

As a member of our growing team, you will be working alongside the customer to execute high accuracy testing in a variety of vehicles trials. This involves day to day execution of customer programmes that cover the breadth of Millbrook testing disciplines from powertrain through climatic & component to full vehicle dynamic tests which include product qualification, involving liaison with approval authorities or end users. We validate, test and support military vehicles for OE manufacturers, Government Agencies and Industry partners, utilising the unique facilities at UTAC Millbrook.

You will be primarily supporting the Defence and Vehicle departments and be responsible for processing and analysing test data from vehicle trials. The role ensures accurate measurement, validation, and reporting of vehicle performance and safety. Working closely with engineers, trial managers, and reporting teams, this role transforms raw test data into meaningful insights that support technical decision‑making and project delivery.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Validate, and manage data from a wide range of vehicle test activities (mobility, WBV/HAV, road-load, environmental, and systems testing).
• Analysis of data from sensors such as accelerometers, microphones, strain gauges and wheel force transducers.
• Detailed analysis such as fatigue/damage calculation and munitions carriage analysis
• Advise and instruct test instrumentation, data acquisition systems, and measurement equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Process large data sets using appropriate software tools (e.g. nCode, Excel, Python).
• Analyse results to identify trends, anomalies, and performance metrics against defined scope and requirements.
• Prepare technical summaries, visualisations, and structured reports for engineers, project managers, and customer stakeholders.
• Support the design and implementation of test measurement plans with the lead test engineer, ensuring data integrity and traceability.
• Liaise with cross‑functional teams (engineering, quality assurance, safety, and operations) to ensure results are understood and actionable.
• Ensure all activities comply with the relevant legislation, defence standards, security regulations, and Health & Safety requirements.
• Supporting Principal and Senior Engineers in testing and capability development.
• Act in accordance with the code of conduct for UTAC group staff at all times.

Qualifications

Person Specification

Experience

• Experience in data acquisition, measurement, and analysis within a test environment (automotive, aerospace, defence, or similar).
• Proficiency in data processing and analysis tools (e.g., MATLAB, Python, nCode, or similar).
• Familiarity with damage calculations and test cycle derivations.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to interpret technical requirements and convert them into measurable test criteria.
• Experience producing clear, concise reports and presenting findings to technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Familiarity with vehicle systems, instrumentation, and environmental test procedures (desirable).
• Understanding of Defence Standards (Def Stan), ISO, or other relevant quality/test frameworks (des