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Synergize Consulting Ltd

Senior Software Test Engineer

Hybrid

Edinburgh, United kingdom

Senior

Freelance

09-12-2025

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Skills

Communication Test

Job Specifications

We are recruiting multiple SC Cleared Senior Test Solutions Engineers to support a major defence engineering programme in Edinburgh. This role sits within a highly secure environment and involves the development of complex test equipment for next-generation defence and aerospace systems, including solutions.

This is a hands-on, senior-level engineering role within Test Engineering, focused on delivering high-quality technical solutions and contributing across the full design life cycle.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and deliver test equipment solutions within defined work packages.
Capture, analyse and mature stakeholder needs to define optimal test capability.
Work closely with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure architectural alignment.
Apply and advise on suitable tools, methodologies and techniques for test solution design.
Resolve technical issues, escalate complex risks and support mitigation planning.
Produce technical documentation and contribute to engineering reviews.
Mentor, coach and develop other engineers across the wider Test Engineering function.
Support full life cycle activities including design, verification, validation and delivery.

Essential Experience

Senior-level experience as an Electronics Design Engineer or Test Solutions Engineer.
Strong background in developing technical solutions within multi-disciplinary teams.
Experience delivering test equipment or electronics solutions for complex systems.
Proven ability to capture, analyse and translate stakeholder requirements.
Full engineering design life cycle experience (concept - delivery).
Excellent collaboration, communication and influencing skills.
Ability to operate in secure defence environments.

Security & Eligibility Requirements

Active SC clearance before start

About the Company

Founded in 2002 Synergize Consulting is a UK SME that specialises in the delivery of IT consultancy services and resource solutions. For over 20 years, Synergize has been providing highly skilled professionals and turnkey labour services to the technology and engineering sectors both domestically and internationally. We can supply staff to support services across: Technology: Data, IT operations, product and delivery, quality assurance testing (QAT), technical & user-centred design. Engineering: From requirements manageme... Know more