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Safran

# Control Systems Engineer - Test Rigs

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Listed on Safran’s official careers site. Posted October 29, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
[Apply on Safran’s careers site →](https://careers.safran-group.com/job/job-control-systems-engineer-test-rigs_191227.aspx?LCID=1033)

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## Job description

Control Systems Engineer

### Test Rigs Wolverhampton | Site Based Skills
- Control Systems, LabVIEW, PLC, Beckhoff, TwinCAT, EtherCAT, NI TestStand, Hydraulic Systems, Data Acquisition, HMI, Automation, Aerospace Testing

About Safran Actuation Systems UK Safran Actuation Systems UK is a world-class centre for the design, manufacture and support of actuation and flight-control solutions used across commercial, military and rotary-wing platforms. With major sites in Wolverhampton and Banbury, our teams play a critical role in delivering innovative, reliable and safe systems that keep aircraft performing at their best. As part of our Engineering team, we're looking for a Control Systems Engineer
- Test Rigs to join us at our Wolverhampton site.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on advanced aerospace test equipment, supporting both the development of new test capabilities and the continuous improvement of existing systems that validate some of the industry's most sophisticated hydraulic, electro-mechanical and actuation technologies. Your Role

### As a Control Systems Engineer
- Test Rigs, you will play a key role in the design, development, commissioning and ongoing support of advanced aerospace test rigs and associated equipment. Working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, you'll develop real-time control solutions, integrate hardware and software systems, and provide technical expertise to ensure test facilities operate safely, reliably and efficiently. You'll be involved across the full lifecycle of test equipment, from concept and integration through to troubleshooting, upgrades and continuous improvement. Whether developing new control architectures, supporting critical test activities or solving complex technical issues, you'll have a direct impact on the validation of world-class aerospace systems. Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you, both in and out of work, including:
- Competitive salary and annual bonus and pay review
- Car allowance
- 25 days' holiday + bank holidays
- Private medical insurance
- Comprehensive health cash plan
- Flexible working options
- Pension (10% employer contribution) and life assurance
- Early finish on Fridays
- Professional development, ongoing training and mentoring
- Onsite amenities including parking, restaurant, bicycle storage and showers
- Family-friendly and accessible workplace policies

### What You'll Bring
- Experience as a Control Systems Engineer within aerospace or another highly regulated engineering environment
- Essential
- Strong knowledge of industrial automation, real-time control systems and test equipment
- Essential
- Experience with technologies such as LabVIEW, National Instruments platforms, PLCs, Beckhoff, TwinCAT and EtherCAT – Essential
- Understanding of hydraulic systems, instrumentation, sensor integration and closed-loop control systems
- Essential
- Ability to diagnose faults, interpret electrical schematics and deliver practical engineering solutions
- Essential
- Experience supporting both new equipment development and legacy system improvements
- Desirable
- Exposure to aerospace testing, HIL systems, motion control or functional safety applications
- Desirable
- Degree qualified (or equivalent experience) in Control Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering or a related discipline
- Desirable

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Oct 29, 2026
- First seen by OpenNash: Nov 2, 2026
- Last checked: Nov 9, 2026
- Listed for: 11 days[Apply on Safran’s careers site →](https://careers.safran-group.com/job/job-control-systems-engineer-test-rigs_191227.aspx?LCID=1033)

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