Entry-Level Spacecraft Functional Validation Engineer (Hybrid)

Airbus S.A.S.; Wilden; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Pension scheme

Share options

Car leasing scheme

Free onsite parking

Season ticket loan

Tax-free technology scheme

Discounted shopping

Flexible working

TOIL for extra days off

Holiday buy/sell

Job summary

Airbus Defence and Space in Stevenage is seeking an ambitious entry-level Functional Validation Engineer to join our Spacecraft & Systems Engineering group. You will learn to verify and validate critical hardware and software functions to ensure spacecraft are fit for mission.

You will execute full testing cycles, validate spacecraft functional chains, develop ATPs, analyze data, support anomaly investigations, and gain exposure to project management and customer interactions within a hybrid

Qualifications

• Foundational engineering knowledge in engineering, electronics, software, or related field.

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 stringent test specifications.
• Perform detailed test data analysis and produce comprehensive test reports with design engineering teams.
• Assist investigations into technical anomalies, diagnose root causes, and propose engineering solutions.
• Gain exposure to project management, including functional verification strategy, scheduling, and customer interactions.

Job description

Airbus Defence and Space in Stevenage is seeking an ambitious entry-level Functional Validation Engineer to join our Spacecraft & Systems Engineering group. You will learn to verify and validate critical hardware and software functions to ensure spacecraft are fit for mission.

You will execute full testing cycles, validate spacecraft functional chains, develop ATPs, analyze data, support anomaly investigations, and gain exposure to project management and customer interactions within a hybrid