Propulsion Test Engineer

Tesat-Spacecom GmbH & Co. KG; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in the UK seeks a Propulsion Test Engineer who will perform testing and launch support for spacecraft propulsion systems. Ideal candidates will have engineering qualifications and practical mechanical experience, as well as a commitment to safety. Flexible working arrangements are available to support personal growth. This role involves frequent travel and working on multiple projects in high-risk environments.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance or BPSS check.
• Experience using hand tools and some mechanical practical experience.
• Interest in mechanical and pneumatic systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform propulsion test activities to strict quality requirements.
• Organise equipment logistics for specific projects.
• Support writing of technical documentation for test phases.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Attention to safety

Understanding engineering drawings

Education

Engineering based HNC/HND or equivalent experience

Tools

Hand tools (screwdrivers, wrenches)

Job description

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

• SECURITY CLEARANCE: Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance OR BPSS check (including a criminal record check); 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; aware of potential compliance risks and committed to act with integrity.
• Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customised development solutions.

What we offer

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.

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.