Electrical Systems Engineer

Job description

Job Description:

Security Clearance: You will be subject to a BPSS check (including a criminal record check)

Travel Required: Occasional travel within the UK & Overseas

Location: This role is based in Portsmouth with hybrid working available

Type: Full time, experienced hire and open to STEM Returners

First of all, what’s in it for you…

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Financial Reward: Competitive salary, annual profit share, contributory pension, share options, car leasing scheme, free onsite parking, season ticket loan, tax-free technology scheme, discounted shopping and much more

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Work / Life Balance:  37 hour week, flexible working around core hours and Friday afternoons off, hybrid working, up to 2 additional days per month as TOIL, option to buy/sell holiday  

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Personal Development: Personalised development plan, Airbus Leadership University and unlimited access to 10,000+ E-learning courses, internal mobility including international opportunities

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Health & Wellbeing: Wellbeing benefits (including 24/7 online GP and mental health support), Employee Assistance Programme, discounted family health / dental insurance / eye tests, cycle-to-work scheme, on-site canteen and coffee shop, lunchtime Pilates.

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Family and Caregiving: Life assurance, enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave and caregiving

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Inclusive Environment: Wellbeing room, Multi-faith room, Employee Representative Groups (Gender, LGBTQ+, International, Generational, Disability, Social & Cultural Diversity, Neurodiversity)

Our world is changing. And so are we. From our commitment to zero-carbon flight ( #ZEROe ) to cleaning up space , sustainability is at the heart of our purpose . So what's your next change?

About the Role...

Within the new Digital Payload Centre of Competence of Space Systems Engineering organisation, this vacancy is open for the position of Electrical Systems Engineer ; the successful applicant shall contribute directly to the flagship product line “OneSat”.

The successful applicant will join the Digital Payload Delivery group.  You will be an integral part of our team, contributing to the success of space missions through the design, testing, and implementation of compliant solutions for space payloads. This role presents a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge space projects, collaborate with a diverse team of experts, and contribute to the advancement of satellite products.

The candidate shall support the Spacecraft Electrical Architect Teams, based in Toulouse France and ultimately be part of the team that ensures the robustness of the Spacecraft produced by Airbus.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

How will you contribute to the team…

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Ensure Payload compliance through implementation of design processes of a telecom payload for all DC electrical aspects

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Definition of electrical interfaces of the payload equipment to ensure compatibility with the platform

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Manage supplier compliance through design review documentation - confirm the electrical interface of the equipment is compliant to the Airbus requirements

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Enable the Payload and Spacecraft integration and ultimately in orbit control through generation and publishing of the Payload User Manual

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Ensure Payload robustness through development of a mission specific telecommand and telemetry database including the integration of the supplier’s test results

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Ensure successful test campaigns, in the key phases of electrical integration of equipment and end-to-end tests performed by the AIT operations team (working in clean room environment as required).

About you...

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Experience in electrical equipment design, development, component selection and testing

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Proficiency in analysing and troubleshooting electrical systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability

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Able to work autonomously to set project schedules

How can we support you…

Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need and we’ll always do our best to accommodate your request.

Please let us know if you need us to make any reasonable adjustments for the selection process – you can share this with your Talent Acquisition Partner if you are invited to interview. Examples may include (but not exclusive to) accessible facilities; auxiliary aids; room layout, etc. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:
AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited

Employment Type:
Permanent

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Experience Level:
Professional

Job Family:
Sub-system development

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