Entry-Level Spacecraft Functional Validation Engineer

Airbus S.A.S.; Littlebury Green; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Contributory pension

Share options

Car leasing scheme

Free onsite parking

Season ticket loan

Tax-free technology scheme

Discounted shopping

Job summary

Airbus Defence and Space in Stevenage seeks an entry-level Functional Validation Engineer to join the Spacecraft & Systems Engineering group. You will learn to verify hardware and software functions to ensure spacecraft are fit for mission, from specification through testing on advanced benches.

You will develop ATPs, perform data analysis, and collaborate with system architects and customers, gaining exposure to project management and scheduling in a hybrid environment.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in engineering, electronics, software or related field.
• Good command of English, both spoken and written.
• Collaborative mindset with ability to work across teams.
• Interest in aerospace and space technology.

Responsibilities

• Execute complete testing cycle from spec to assessment on simulated and hardware test benches.
• Validate complex spacecraft functional chains and sub-assemblies via open/closed-loop tests.
• Develop and run Automated Test Procedures (ATP) against test specs.
• Analyze test data and report findings with cross-functional teams.
• Assist investigations into anomalies and propose engineering solutions.

Skills

Engineering basics

Test automation

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Tools

ATP scripting

Job description

Airbus Defence and Space in Stevenage seeks an entry-level Functional Validation Engineer to join the Spacecraft & Systems Engineering group. You will learn to verify hardware and software functions to ensure spacecraft are fit for mission, from specification through testing on advanced benches.

You will develop ATPs, perform data analysis, and collaborate with system architects and customers, gaining exposure to project management and scheduling in a hybrid environment.