Payload Engineer Placement (12 months)

You will support the day to day business of payload engineering providing an opportunity to learn about all the different types of telecommunications payloads. This will also include:

• Cost models and schedule - how we prepare bids to win new satellite contracts;


• Payload key RF performance parameters / DC power and mass constraints;


• Major elements of the payload - antenna, digital processor, software, other RF equipment;


• How we work with external suppliers, supporting current project needs;


• Help with technical data management such as reviewing test results/specification/documentation;


• Gaining an appreciation of the overall payload design.


The tasks will be varied and require you to use different skills (technical, data management, communication etc.) in order to complete them successfully.


• Studying for a relevant Engineering or Technical degree;


• The ability to listen, understand and communicate information;


• Able to make decisions based on evidence;


• The desire to work in a technical team environment;


• A strong interest in developing yourself;


• Interest in finding creative solutions to complex problems;


• The desire to work in an open and trusting environment., 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.
  
  This is an exciting opportunity to join the Payload Specialist Engineering team responsible for the payload architecture/definition, cost, research and development and roadmaps for Airbus Telecommunications Payloads. Focusing on the advance work needed to support future contracts you will have the opportunity to be involved in multiple aspects from technical data management, equipment definition, payload architecture and latest telecom technologies. You will also work closely with other engineering teams and may support on-going projects., Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.


Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to emsom@airbus.com.

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

Salary: £22,250

37 hours per week // Flexible working hours // Half day Fridays! // 25 days holiday plus bank holidays