Entry-Level Spacecraft Functional Validation Engineer

Airbus S.A.S.; Knotting; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Disability confident employer

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Airbus Defence and Space in Stevenage invites an ambitious entry-level Functional Validation Engineer to join the Spacecraft & Systems Engineering group.

You will learn how to verify and validate critical hardware and software functions before launch, contributing to missions like ExoMars and Solar Orbiter. The role covers testing cycles, ATP development, data analysis, and collaboration across engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Strong technical aptitude with engineering, electronics or software background and passion for aerospace and technology.
• Proactive, highly collaborative mindset with drive to innovate alongside experienced engineers.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, with ability to document tests and interact with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Execute the complete testing cycle—from specification to assessment—using both fully simulated numerical and hybrid hardware test benches.
• Validate complex spacecraft functional chains (e.g., GNC and DHS) and sub-assemblies through open and closed-loop testing.
• Develop, write, and execute Automated Test Procedures (ATPs) against rigorous test specifications.
• Perform detailed test data analysis and compile comprehensive test reports in collaboration with design engineering teams.
• Support investigations into technical anomalies, diagnose root causes, and propose engineering solutions.
• Gain exposure to wider project management, including functional verification strategy and scheduling.

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

Electronics basics

Software basics

Aerospace enthusiasm

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Job description

Airbus Defence and Space in Stevenage invites an ambitious entry-level Functional Validation Engineer to join the Spacecraft & Systems Engineering group.

You will learn how to verify and validate critical hardware and software functions before launch, contributing to missions like ExoMars and Solar Orbiter. The role covers testing cycles, ATP development, data analysis, and collaboration across engineering teams.