Materials Laboratory Engineer Placement (12 Months)

Airbus S.A.S.; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Stevenage is seeking a Material Laboratory Engineer intern to support spacecraft manufacturing. This role includes hands-on testing of materials for spacecraft applications using various equipment. Candidates should be pursuing a degree in a relevant field and demonstrate a positive, team-oriented attitude. Benefits include a competitive salary and flexible working hours.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Half day Fridays

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Currently studying towards a relevant degree.
• Interest in learning and development from experience.
• Ability to work within a collaborative team.
• Positive attitude towards tasks and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Conduct materials laboratory testing for spacecraft applications.
• Use various laboratory equipment for testing.
• Apply university knowledge in practical environments.

Skills

Microscopy (SEM, optical)

Mechanical testing

Thermal analysis (DSC, DMA)

Cleanliness and contamination testing

Data analysis skills

Education

Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Chemistry or Physics Degree

Tools

GC-MS

XRF equipment

Job description

Overview

Join our team of Material Laboratory Engineers and play a vital role in spacecraft manufacturing. You will support and provide testing solutions for a wide range of activities, including material testing, qualification, in-process testing, goods receipt (Batch Acceptance) testing, and research and development. This is a fantastic opportunity to apply your knowledge of metallic and non-metallic material properties. You will be expected to develop your understanding of how materials perform in order to support our manufacturing activities. The Materials and Processes team works on telecom, Earth observation, navigation, and science spacecraft, with some science missions focused on planets such as Mars and Venus. We ensure that the materials and processes used on these spacecraft are fit for the mission environment. Our laboratory team supports the development and assurance of those materials by ensuring their properties are in line with all requirements. You will have the chance to work both within a team and individually, interfacing with people at all levels—from the shop floor and project teams to engineers, management, and customers.

What you will be doing

As a key member of our team, you will get hands-on experience with materials laboratory testing for spacecraft applications. Your tasks will include:

• Using a range of equipment for microscopy (SEM, optical), mechanical testing, thermal analysis (DSC, DMA) and cleanliness and contamination testing;
• Conducting outgassing tests, as well as using GC-MS and XRF equipment;
• Safe working with chemicals such as acids.

You will apply your university knowledge in a commercial environment, using problem-solving and data analysis skills to present your findings. This is a great opportunity to develop your reporting and communication skills while gaining a deep understanding of spacecraft materials and processes engineering.

Qualifications

• Currently studying towards a Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Chemistry or Physics Degree;
• Interested in developing themselves by learning from the team and from the work that you undertake;
• Ability to work within a team;
• Positive attitude towards completing tasks.

SECURITY CLEARANCE: You will be subject to a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) check. You may also need to gain UK SC-level Security Clearance or Export Control, depending on the role. This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to [e-mail]. At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

Benefits and Salary

Salary: £23,850; 37 hours per week; Flexible working hours; Half day Fridays; 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.