We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to join us at Honeywell Aerospace in Yeovil, UK, as an Advanced Test Engineer. The successful individual will be responsible for development and test engineering activities associated with mechanical systems and components.
Responsibility will be across the Life Support System, Environmental Control System product lines at both component and system level. The successful candidate will get hands on experience with test facilities such as performance rigs, high altitude test chambers, acceleration (g) centrifuge, high flow, high/low temperature test cells and more.
The Aerospace Yeovil site includes Integrated Supply Chain operations and Engineering & Technology as well as other support functions. It specializes in several product lines including environmental control systems, life support systems, hydraulics systems, and control and data systems. This is a hybrid role, 3 days at the office + 2 days work from home model.
Key responsibilities
- Test rig design and build in line with applicable procedures.
- Execution of qualification and development testing.
- Gathering and analysis of engineering test data using data acquisition (DAQ) systems.
- Documenting and reporting test results.
- Using technical expertise to advise project teams and leadership during design reviews and product investigations.
- Assisting in product fault diagnosis and manufacturing/production test issues.
- Adherence to the safe systems of work and relevant departmental and company work instructions is paramount in this position.
- Flow down of customer and company requirements into test documentation and procedures.
- Ensuring test facilities meet HS&E requirements.
Key skills and qualifications
- You will need to come from an engineering background and have a strong knowledge of mechanical engineering principles.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey technical information effectively.
- Ability to work within a cross functional team as well as individually.
- Strong analytical mind and attention to detail.
- Competent in the standard Microsoft office package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
We Value
- Bachelor’s degree within a mechanical or electronics engineering discipline OR industry experience.
- Knowledge of Honeywell Life Support Systems, Environmental Control Systems and/or Hydraulic products.
- Knowledge of test facilities at Honeywell Aerospace Yeovil.
- Experience with pneumatic / high pressure oxygen systems.
Our offer
- Career Growth: Clear pathways for advancement, regular feedback, and mentorship opportunities.
- Skill Development: Access to training and certifications.
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements and support for combining work with education.
- Tech and Innovation: Access to modern tools, technologies, and innovative work environments.
- Company Culture: Sense of community, team-building activities, and social events.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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Skills Required
- Engineering background with strong knowledge of mechanical engineering principles
- Excellent communication skills able to convey technical information effectively
- Ability to work within cross-functional teams and independently
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Competent in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Experience with test rig design, build and execution of qualification/development testing
- Experience gathering and analysing engineering test data using DAQ systems
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electronics engineering OR equivalent industry experience
- Knowledge of Honeywell Life Support, Environmental Control or Hydraulic products
- Knowledge of Honeywell Aerospace Yeovil test facilities
- Experience with pneumatic / high pressure oxygen systems
The Aerospace Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) plan provides a company‑paid contribution of 8–12% based on years of service with immediate eligibility and vesting, and eligible employees can access retiree medical benefits.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off includes 15 vacation days (rising to 20 after five years), nine paid holidays, and unlimited sick time for exempt employees with accruals for non‑exempt staff.
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Flexible Benefits — Flexible work models include a 9/80 schedule with alternating Fridays off, supported by backup care services, an EAP, relocation assistance, and home‑office stipends where applicable.
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What We Do
The space enterprise has been transformed by rapid change and growth. New vehicles for national security space, a more rapid launch cadence, proliferated satellite constellations, the pursuit of interplanetary exploration, and thriving commercial ventures are changing the nature of the space industry. The Aerospace Corporation (Aerospace) is a leading architect for U.S. space programs, shaping efforts to outpace threats to our national security while cultivating the technologies needed to further this new era of space commercialization and exploration. Aerospace works across the space enterprise in service of the public interest. In addition to supporting the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community, our customers include NASA, NOAA, numerous federal agencies, and commercial space — all of whom benefit from our deep technical knowledge. We only pursue business related to the space mission and complementary fields, operating as the nation’s trusted partner to solve the toughest challenges and develop reliable and innovative technologies. Innovation in space occurs when people have the freedom to imagine and do. At Aerospace, we take pride in our readiness to solve some of the most complex challenges in the space enterprise.
Why Work With Us
We are a non-profit corporation chartered by the government to work on the hardest problems in space. We employ technical experts in every discipline of space-related science and engineering who touch every part of the US space program. Come join us as we make an impact bigger than ourselves.
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