Propulsion Test Engineer

Airbus; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer is looking for an Entry Level Propulsion Test Engineer based in Stevenage. The successful candidate will perform testing and launch support for spacecraft propulsion systems, requiring mechanical skills and safety awareness. Candidates must have an engineering qualification and the ability to work with high-pressure gases. This full-time role involves 100% shopfloor work with travel requirements at least 2-3 times per year for 4-6 weeks.

Qualifications

• Engineering based HNC/HND or equivalent experience required.
• Must be able to read, understand and follow engineering drawings.
• Experience using hand tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform propulsion test and spacecraft launch services activities.
• Organise equipment logistics for specific projects.
• Support writing of test documentation such as Technical Notes and Test Reports.

Skills

Ability to read engineering drawings

Experience with hand tools

Safety consciousness

Interest in mechanical systems

Education

Engineering based HNC/HND or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Description:

SECURITY CLEARANCE : Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance OR BPSS check (including a criminal record check)

LOCATION : Stevenage, this role is 100% shopfloor when not travelling

TYPE : Full time

TRAVEL : At least 2-3 times a year for 4-6 weeks

About the Role…

Enjoy working with your hands but want a more intellectually stimulating role? Happy with reports, documents and data? Then we’d love to hear from you.

We’re looking for someone who can learn or increase their mechanical skills and develop into a Propulsion Test Engineer to join a tight knit group. This role requires frequent travel. You will be working on multiple projects and in high risk environments, so safety is critical.

A Propulsion Test Engineer performs Testing and Launch support of Spacecraft Propulsion Systems and components from preparation of equipment and documentation, test execution and recording of data to reporting. Working on multiple projects, both Telecoms and ENS spacecraft, and often offsite.

How will you contribute to the team…

• Perform propulsion test & spacecraft launch services activities to strict quality and technical requirements.
• Organise equipment logistics to provide support to specific projects as required.
• Support the writing of documentation required for test phases, including: Technical Notes, Test Procedures and Test Reports.
• Provide feedback to process owners to ensure test methods are consistent, including lessons Learned exercises.
• Maintain and operate ground support equipment specific to the requirements of the propulsion system.

About you…

• Must be able to read, understand and follow engineering drawings and schematics.
• Engineering based HNC/HND or equivalent experience.
• Experience using hand tools (screwdrivers, wrenches etc) and some mechanical practical experience.
• Interested in learning about mechanical and pneumatic systems, gases and electrical systems.
• Safety conscious as you will be working with high pressure gases and hazardous substances.

Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customised development solutions.

How can we support you…

Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need and we’ll always do our best to accommodate your request.

Please let us know if you need us to make any reasonable adjustments for the selection process – you can share this with your Talent Acquisition Partner if you are invited to interview. Examples may include (but not exclusive to) accessible facilities; auxiliary aids; room layout, etc. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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.

Company:

AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited

Employment Type:

Permanent

Experience Level:

Entry Level

Job Family:

Manufacturing Engineering

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