Test Lead

Company Overview At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future. Department Overview Our engineering team works across Hardware, Embedded & Application Software, integrating RF technologies into a combined platform. Job Description CRFS is seeking a Systems Engineering Test Lead to oversee the planning, execution, and continuous improvement of system‑level testing for RF hardware and integrated systems. In this leadership role, you will manage test strategy, guide a team of test engineers, and ensure that CRFS products meet the highest standards of performance, quality, and reliability before release. You will work closely with Systems Engineering, Hardware, Software, Support, and Production teams to design robust test approaches, lead issue resolution, and drive best‑practice methodologies across lab and field environments. Key Responsibilities • Test Leadership & Strategy: Own and develop the overall test strategy for CRFS systems, including lab and field validation; define methodologies and standards; lead risk‑based planning. • Team Leadership: Provide direction and mentorship to Systems Test Engineers; assign tasks; review plans; support career development. • Hardware & Systems Validation: Oversee development and execution of test plans; lead system‑level functional, performance, environmental, and stress testing; ensure effective use of diagnostic tools; drive automation. • Field Testing Oversight: Plan and lead field test campaigns; guide data analysis; troubleshoot complex issues; ensure clear communication of findings. • Documentation & Reporting: Approve procedures and test reports; ensure traceability; present readiness recommendations to stakeholders. • Continuous Improvement: Introduce new test technologies and methodologies; improve reliability, test coverage, and efficiency; promote excellence in testing. Basic Requirements Qualifications • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field; Master’s preferred. • Experience: Extensive experience in systems/hardware testing; proven leadership in technical teams; experience with diagnostic tools; familiarity with standards (IEEE, ISO, MIL‑STD, DEF‑STAN). • Skills: Strong leadership, communication, and cross‑functional coordination; analytical problem‑solving; automation skills (Python, C/C++); ability to interpret engineering designs and RF data. • Personal Attributes: Organized; detail‑focused; proactive; able to manage multiple priorities; collaborative. Working Conditions • Travel for field testing as required. • Flexibility in working hours during critical test phases. In return for your expertise, we’ll support you in this new challenge with coaching and development every step of the way. Also, to reward your hard work you’ll get: Competitive salary and bonus schemes. Two weeks additional pay per year (holiday bonus). 25 days holiday entitlement + bank holidays. Attractive defined contribution pension scheme. Employee stock purchase plan. Life assurance. Enhanced maternity and paternity pay. Career development support and wide ranging learning opportunities. Employee health and wellbeing support EAP, wellbeing guidance etc. Carbon neutral initiatives/goals. Corporate social responsibility initiatives including support for volunteering days. Well known companies discount scheme. #LI-BK1 Travel Requirements None Relocation Provided None Position Type Experienced Referral Payment Plan No Company Motorola Solutions UK Limited EEO Statement Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Emplo ... (truncated, view full listing at source)