About this role
As a Environmental Test Engineer, you will join our team in Birmingham to support our activities within the Aerospace sector.
You will be responsible for delivering environmental testing activities on aerospace products to validate performance under extreme conditions. The role covers thermal, vibration, and electric motor testing to assess temperature behaviour and operational performance throughout the test lifecycle.
Location: BirminghamOn Site: HybridClearance: ClearableExperience Level: Junior to Mid-levelKey Responsibilities:
Plan and execute environmental test activities for aerospace productsPerform thermal and vibration testing in line with programme requirementsConduct electric motor testing to assess temperature performance and operational limitsSupport the definition of test procedures, setups, and acceptance criteriaAnalyse test data and produce clear technical test reportsSupport test reviews and validation activities with engineering and project teams Required Skills:
Aerospace background with experience in environmental testingStrong experience in thermal testing and vibration testingExperience testing electric motors, including temperature monitoring and performance evaluationUnderstanding of environmental test standards and proceduresAbility to work in a structured, regulated engineering environmentRequired Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience.Proven experience in environmental testing within aerospace programmesFamiliarity with test documentation, reporting, and validation processesDesirable Skills:
Experience with thermal chambers, vibration rigs, and environmental test facilitiesKnowledge of aerospace environmental standards (e.g. DO-160, MIL-STD)Experience supporting electric or hybrid propulsion systems 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 industriesPrivate Medical InsuranceCycle & Tech Scheme Employee assistance programmeLife insurance & Pension SchemeSocial atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildingsFlexible 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.
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.