Spacecraft Functional Validation Engineer – Entry Level

Airbus S.A.S.; Stotfold; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual profit share

Contributory pension

Share options

Car leasing scheme

Free onsite parking

Season ticket loan

Tax-free technology scheme

Discounted shopping

Flexible working

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 critical hardware and software functions to ensure spacecraft are fit for mission.

You will develop automated test procedures, analyze data, and collaborate with system architects and customers while gaining exposure to project management and testing strategy.

Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge in engineering, electronics, or software.
• Strong teamwork and proactive mindset.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication.

Responsibilities

• Execute the complete testing cycle from specification to assessment using simulated and hybrid hardware test benches.
• Validate complex functional chains (GNC and DHS) and sub-assemblies through open and closed-loop testing.
• Develop, write, and execute Automated Test Procedures (ATPs) against test specifications.
• Perform detailed test data analysis and compile comprehensive test reports with design engineering teams.
• Support investigations into technical anomalies, diagnosing root causes and proposing engineering solutions.
• Gain exposure to project management, including verification strategy, scheduling, and customer interactions.

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

Collaborative mindset

English communication

Self-motivated development

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 critical hardware and software functions to ensure spacecraft are fit for mission.

You will develop automated test procedures, analyze data, and collaborate with system architects and customers while gaining exposure to project management and testing strategy.