Systems Engineer

Belcan; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace engineering company is seeking a Satellite AIT Electrical Systems Engineer for a 12-month contract in Stevenage, UK. The role involves designing test sequences, executing tests on spacecraft, and providing technical support. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in spacecraft testing and a degree in Electrical Engineering. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to significant space missions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in spacecraft or avionics system testing.
• Experience in fault investigation and test sequence debugging.
• Hands-on involvement in environmental and launch test campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Design, write, and debug test sequences for satellite systems.
• Execute spacecraft tests on flight hardware and test benches.
• Provide first-line technical support during test operations.

Skills

Spacecraft test scripting (CCS, Elisa, Java)

Understanding of spacecraft subsystems

Experience with electrical test equipment

Familiarity with Linux/Unix scripting

Knowledge of cleanroom protocols

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

DMMs

Job description

Satellite AIT Electrical Systems Engineer

Location: Stevenage, UK

Contract Duration: 12 Months

Rate: 55/hour Inside IR35

Hours: 37/week

Security Clearance: SC (UK National)

Ready to Launch Your Career into Orbit?

Join a cutting-edge space programme as a Satellite AIT Electrical Systems Engineer, where your expertise will help shape the future of satellite technology. This is your chance to work hands-on with flight spacecraft, lead complex test campaigns, and collaborate with some of the brightest minds in aerospace engineering.

What You'll Be Doing

• Design, write, and debug test sequences for satellite systems during ambient and environmental campaigns
• Execute spacecraft tests on flight hardware and test benches
• Provide first-line technical support during test operations and anomaly investigations
• Author detailed test procedures, reports, and contribute to technical reviews
• Develop automated test procedures using bespoke high-level software (Open Center, Elisa, Java)
• Support spacecraft system investigations and environmental testing (TVAC, EMC, Magnetic)
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including EGSE engineers, quality experts, and design architects

What You Bring

Technical Mastery:

• Proficiency in spacecraft test scripting (CCS, Elisa, Java)
• Strong grasp of spacecraft subsystems: data handling, comms (1553, SpaceWire), AOCS, power, thermal, FDIR
• Experience with TMTC databases and electrical test equipment (oscilloscopes, probes, DMMs)
• Familiarity with Linux/Unix scripting (bash) and programming languages (C, Python, TCL, VBA)
• Understanding of cleanroom protocols and system verification standards

Experience:

• 5+ years in spacecraft or avionics system testing
• Proven track record in fault investigation and test sequence debugging
• Hands-on involvement in environmental and launch test campaigns
• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience

Why This Role?

This isn't just another engineering contract-it's a front-row seat to the future of space exploration. You'll be immersed in a high-tech environment, solving real-world challenges and contributing to missions that reach beyond our planet.

This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan