Spacecraft Functional Validation Engineer - Entry Level

Airbus S.A.S.; Bournemouth; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Profit share

Contributory pension

Share options

Free onsite parking

Season ticket loan

Tech scheme discount

Discounted shopping

Job summary

Airbus Defence and Space in Stevenage is seeking an ambitious entry-level Functional Validation Engineer to join our Spacecraft & Systems Engineering group. You will learn to verify hardware and software functions to ensure spacecraft are fit for mission before launch, through simulated and hardware-in-the-loop testing.

You will contribute to the testing cycle, validate complex spacecraft functional chains, develop automated tests, and analyse data to support root-cause investigations with

Qualifications

• Strong technical aptitude in engineering, electronics, software, or related field.
• Interest in aerospace and technology.
• Willingness to learn and develop in space systems.
• Good written and verbal communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Execute testing across specification to assessment using simulated and hybrid benches.
• Validate functional chains and sub-assemblies through open/closed-loop testing.
• Develop and execute Automated Test Procedures (ATPs) against test specs.
• Analyze test data and report results with design teams.
• Assist investigations into anomalies and propose engineering solutions.
• Gain exposure to project management and verification strategy.

Job description

Airbus Defence and Space in Stevenage is seeking an ambitious entry-level Functional Validation Engineer to join our Spacecraft & Systems Engineering group. You will learn to verify hardware and software functions to ensure spacecraft are fit for mission before launch, through simulated and hardware-in-the-loop testing.

You will contribute to the testing cycle, validate complex spacecraft functional chains, develop automated tests, and analyse data to support root-cause investigations with