Entry-Level Spacecraft Functional Validation Engineer

Airbus S.A.S.; Bury; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Pension plan

Share options

Free onsite parking

Season ticket loan

Technology scheme

Job summary

Airbus Defence and Space in Stevenage is seeking an ambitious, entry-level Functional Validation Engineer to join the Spacecraft & Systems Engineering group. You will learn how to ensure spacecraft are fit for mission by verifying hardware and software before launch, participating in a complete testing cycle from specs to assessment.

You will develop automated test procedures, analyze data, and support root-cause investigations while gaining exposure to project management and customer

Qualifications

• Strong technical aptitude or foundational knowledge in engineering, electronics, or software.
• Proactive, highly collaborative mindset with a drive to innovate.
• Excellent verbal and written communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Execute complete testing cycle from specification to assessment using simulated and hardware test benches.
• Validate functional chains and sub-assemblies through open and closed-loop testing.
• Develop, write, and execute Automated Test Procedures (ATPs) against test specs.
• Analyze test data and compile reports with design engineering teams.
• Support investigations into anomalies and propose engineering solutions.
• Gain exposure to project management, scheduling, and communication with architects and customers.

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

Electronics

Software

English communication

Job description

Airbus Defence and Space in Stevenage is seeking an ambitious, entry-level Functional Validation Engineer to join the Spacecraft & Systems Engineering group. You will learn how to ensure spacecraft are fit for mission by verifying hardware and software before launch, participating in a complete testing cycle from specs to assessment.

You will develop automated test procedures, analyze data, and support root-cause investigations while gaining exposure to project management and customer