Test Technologist - Metrology

Airbus; Bristol; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company is seeking a Test Technologist in Bristol. This role involves delivering technical specialisms, supporting innovation projects, and managing supplier relationships. Candidates should have a degree in mechanical engineering or a related field, with project management experience being highly desirable. The position offers competitive salary, flexible hours, and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

25 days holidays + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Discretionary bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level in mechanical engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience in project management and delivery of projects.
• Experience in structures, materials or systems testing is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Delivery of technical specialisms and support for innovation projects.
• Communication and reporting of progress to test leader.
• Managing supplier relationships and participating in supplier selection.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Teamwork

G Suite

Digital topics / Hybrid Testing

Education

Degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline

Job description

****Job Description:****We are currently looking for:Test Technologist - MetrologyLocation: Filton, Bristol Contract: Full time, permanent. 37.5 hours per week**Duties:*** Delivery of one or more technical specialisms - often a healthy mix of hands-on lab and office based work.* Assistance when required to deliver structural tests.* Support for innovation, sustainability and improvement projects.* Communication and reporting of progress to the test leader/test customers.* Launch of subcontracting activities following policy; purchasing and goods receipt.* Anticipation, identification and management of risks & opportunities.* Regular sharing of knowledge and progress with other colleagues in the test centre.* Participation in the test centre SQCDP and weekly team meetings.* Networking & support to build transnational Test Technologies capabilities.* Integration, development and introduction of new lean policies, methods and ways-of-working aligned with the transnational requirements and strategy of IACMT.* Providing feedback and sustaining internal exchanges so that lessons learnt from previous programmes are transferred to the transnational IACMT team.**Our requirements:**You are:* Educated to degree level (or equivalent) in mechanical engineering or a related discipline (e.g. Aerospace, Structures, Materials, Systems, Physics).* Experience in project management & delivery of projects to time, cost, quality.* Experience in structures, materials or systems testing would be an advantage.* Experience in managing suppliers or participating in supplier selection would be an advantage.Soft skills:* Pioneering spirit, open to new ideas/innovation.* Good communication skills, multifunctional work and customer focused.* Team worker.* Proven ability to deliver.* Use of G Suite.* Experience or interest in Digital topics / Hybrid Testing & Simulation* English: Negotiation level. Other languages would be a plus.**Benefits*** Flexible working hours (flexi-time)* 25 days holidays + bank holidays with the option to purchase up to an additional 1 week* Pension scheme* Discretionary bonus scheme**Contract:**End date for applicants: Tuesday 6th January 2026Interviews: From w/c 19th January 2026Start date: March 2026Salary: £47,000 - £53,000 dependent on experienceThis job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.********Company:********Testia Limited**Contract Type:**Permanent-------**Experience Level:**Professional**Job Family:**Testing By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus. Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to [e-mail] Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.