Spacecraft Functional Validation Engineer - Entry Level

Airbus S.A.S.; Slip End; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Contributory pension

Car leasing scheme

Free onsite parking

Season ticket loan

Tax-free technology scheme

Discounted shopping

Job summary

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

You will execute full testing cycles, validate complex spacecraft chains, develop ATPs, analyze data, and support root-cause investigations while gaining exposure to project management and customer interactions.

Qualifications

• Strong technical aptitude or foundational knowledge in engineering, electronics or software.
• Interest in aerospace and technology and a collaborative mindset.
• Good verbal and written communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Execute the complete testing cycle—from specification to assessment—using simulated and hybrid benches.
• Validate functional chains and sub-assemblies through open/closed-loop testing.
• Develop and execute ATPs against test specifications.
• Analyze test data and prepare comprehensive reports with design engineers.
• Assist investigations into anomalies and suggest engineering solutions.
• Gain exposure to project management and verification strategy with system architects.

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

Electronics

Software

Tools

Automated Test Procedures (ATPs)

Job description

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

You will execute full testing cycles, validate complex spacecraft chains, develop ATPs, analyze data, and support root-cause investigations while gaining exposure to project management and customer interactions.