Entry-Level Spacecraft Validation Engineer | Hybrid

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Profit share

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 is seeking an entry-level Functional Validation Engineer to join the Spacecraft & Systems Engineering group. You will learn to verify and validate critical hardware and software functions to ensure spacecraft are fit for mission, through a guided development pathway.

You will execute testing cycles, validate functional chains, and develop automated test procedures while collaborating with design engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in engineering/electronics/software and aerospace.
• Good communication and teamwork skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Execute full testing cycle from specification to assessment using simulated numerical and hybrid hardware test benches.
• Validate complex spacecraft functional chains (GNC and DHS) and sub-assemblies through open/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 with cross-functional teams.
• Assist investigations into technical anomalies, diagnosing root causes and proposing solutions.
• Gain exposure to project management, including functional verification strategy and scheduling.

Job description

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

You will execute testing cycles, validate functional chains, and develop automated test procedures while collaborating with design engineering teams.