AIT Test Customisation Engineer

Job description

AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited

Airbus is a global leader in aeronautics, space and related services. In 2019 it generated revenues of € 70.5 billion and employed a workforce of around 134,000. Airbus offers the most comprehensive range of passenger airliners. Airbus is also a European leader providing tanker, combat, transport and mission aircraft, as well as one of the world’s leading space companies. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions worldwide.

Our people work with passion and determination to make the world a more connected, safer and smarter place. Taking pride in our work, we draw on each other's expertise and experience to achieve excellence. Our diversity and teamwork culture propel us to accomplish the extraordinary - on the ground, in the sky and in space.

Job Description

Description of the job :
A vacancy for an AIT Test Customisation Engineer has arisen within Airbus Defence & Space in Portsmouth.

You will be responsible for technical support to all test related activities and processes to maximize efficiency, safety and standardisation. The successful candidate will be subject to security clearance in order to undertake related work in accordance with business needs.

Task & accountabilities
As the successful candidate you tasks and accountabilities will include:

·  Supporting the technical aspects of RF Engineering and RF test on all projects managed by Payload AIT
·  Provide a comprehensive engineering handover for smooth progression of operational phases.
·  Work closely with the team in complex satellite proposals and the Design Office to provide direction on build for test solutions and direct technical support
·  Lead a small team of assigned resources supporting improvements or R&D initiatives
·  Define and monitor the production of all additional Electrical Ground Support Equipment required for test phases on project

Required skills
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate -

·  A proficient knowledge of knowledge of RF principles
·  A practical approach to problem solving in the delivery of bespoke design solutions
·  Excellent communication & negotiation skills
·  Knowledge of project & risk management
·  Experience of Lean principles and deploying process improvements - Desirable
·  Experience in a similar role working in a test systems/ engineering environment potentially within manufacturing, telecoms or antenna - Desirable
·  Experience in the space industry - Desirable

You will need to be eligible to gain UK SC Security Clearance to undertake the role.

Education

·  Minimum HND in electrical engineering, engineering or equivalent.

In return we can offer a competitive salary with annual profit share; an ever growing list of company benefits including enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave and strong career development options across our transnational, market leading company.

Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need. We can’t promise to give you exactly what you want, but we do promise not to judge you for asking.

Please let us know if you need us to make any reasonable adjustments for the selection process – you can share this with the Recruitment Business Partner who gets in touch if you are invited to interview. Examples of this may include (but is not exclusive to) accessible facilities; auxiliary aids; room layout etc. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.#VictoriaLinkedInJob

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.

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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.