Hybrid Spacecraft Validation Engineer – Entry Level

Airbus S.A.S.; Furneux Pelham; Híbrido; GBP 26.000 - 34.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Profit sharing

Pension plan

Share options

Car leasing scheme

Free onsite parking

Season ticket loan

Tax-free technology scheme

Discounted shopping

Resumo da vaga

Airbus Defence and Space in Stevenage is seeking an ambitious entry-level Functional Validation Engineer to join our Spacecraft & Systems Engineering group. On this guided development pathway, you will learn how to ensure our spacecraft are "fit for mission" by verifying and validating critical hardware and software functions before they ever leave Earth.

You will work with the Functional Verification Team to execute testing across simulated and hybrid benches, validate GNC and DHS chains,

Qualificações

• A strong technical aptitude or foundational knowledge in engineering, electronics, software, or a related field.
• A proactive, highly collaborative mindset with a strong desire to drive future innovation alongside a team of experienced engineers.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, enabling you to effectively document tests and interact with diverse engineering teams.
• A high degree of self-awareness and a genuine drive to take ownership of your personal and professional development within the space sector.

Responsabilidades

• Execute the complete testing cycle—from specification to assessment—using simulated numerical and hybrid hardware test benches.
• Validate complex spacecraft functional chains (such as 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 wider design engineering areas.
• Support investigations into technical anomalies, diagnosing root causes and proposing engineering solutions.
• Gain exposure to project management, including functional verification strategy, scheduling, and interactions with system architects and customers.

Conhecimentos

Engineering basics

Electronics basics

Software basics

Aerospace interest

Descrição da vaga

Airbus Defence and Space in Stevenage is seeking an ambitious entry-level Functional Validation Engineer to join our Spacecraft & Systems Engineering group. On this guided development pathway, you will learn how to ensure our spacecraft are "fit for mission" by verifying and validating critical hardware and software functions before they ever leave Earth.

You will work with the Functional Verification Team to execute testing across simulated and hybrid benches, validate GNC and DHS chains,