Spacecraft Functional Validation Engineer | Hybrid Role

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

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Contributory pension

Share options

Car leasing scheme

Free onsite parking

Season ticket loan

Tax-free technology scheme

Discounted shopping

Job summary

Airbus Defence and Space in Stevenage seeks 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 before launch, contributing to missions like ExoMars and Solar Orbiter.

The role blends testing, data analysis, and collaborative problem-solving within a hybrid working setup.

Qualifications

• Strong technical aptitude or foundational knowledge in engineering, electronics, software, or a related field.
• Proactive, highly collaborative mindset with a drive to innovate in aerospace.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Self-awareness and drive to develop in the space sector.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

Electronics

Software basics

Test procedures

Job description

Airbus Defence and Space in Stevenage seeks 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 before launch, contributing to missions like ExoMars and Solar Orbiter.

The role blends testing, data analysis, and collaborative problem-solving within a hybrid working setup.