TEST ENGINEER

Location: Loncin, Belgium
Contract duration: 6 month contract
Project: Defence Project
Recruitment Partner: Airswift
Airswift Recruiter: Robert Caldwell

Keywords: Test Engineer, Test Engineering, Defence, Vibration Testing, Test Readiness Reviews, Thermal Measurement, Strain Gauges

Our Company
A mechanical engineering group specialising in producing machinery for steel plants, industrial heat recovery equipment and boilers working within the defence and military sector. We are proud to be able to expand our team in Loncin, Belgium and we are global partners with Airswift who support and deliver our recruitment needs.
 
As a global leading provider of engineering, procurement and construction management expertise to the energy, chemicals, and resources sectors, we are proud to be able to expand our team in Boden, Sweden and we are global partners with Airswift who support and deliver our recruitment needs.

We are currently recruiting for a Test Engineer to be placed in Loncin, Belgium and would be on a 6 month contract with the possibility of extension. The main function will be to support the development of high-tech systems in the defence sector. You will be responsible for the preparation, execution, and reporting of complex experimental tests that validate system performance and ensure compliance with stringent specifications. This includes both in-house and field testing at external (including military) sites.

Responsibilities

Define and write test plans and protocols in line with technical standards Plan test phases and assign roles within multidisciplinary teams Conduct TRRs (Test Readiness Reviews) and coordinate demonstration sessions Define and implement instrumentation solutions (e.g., vibration, strain, pressure) Lead test execution and ensure data integrity, safety, and compliance Post-process test data and draft clear and accurate test reports Archive raw and processed data in accordance with internal procedures Maintain and calibrate test equipment and sensor chains Contribute to design reviews with a focus on testability and accessibility Support continuous improvement of the testing and special measurements unit
Skills / Qualifications Degree in Engineering (mechanical, electro-mechanical, electronics, or related field) Experience in test engineering, preferably within a defence or high-tech environment Strong knowledge of instrumentation, data acquisition, and signal processing Practical experience with vibration testing, thermal measurement, and strain gauges Familiarity with standards like MIL-STD-810 is a plus Willingness to travel 3–5 times per year for on-site test execution (3–15 days each) Professional working proficiency in French and English Strong organizational and interpersonal skills with a safety-first mindset

The next step
We have an exceptional team in place, and we are pleased to be able to appoint a further person to our growing business. We are aware that you may not ‘tick all the boxes’, but if you believe you can genuinely offer some valuable skills and experience to our business, please in the first instance contact our recruitment partner Airswift.

#LI-RC6