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Thermal lead engineer

Stevenage
Airbus Defence and Space
Lead engineer
Posted: 6 October
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Overview

There is an exciting opportunity for a Senior/Lead/Architect level Spacecraft Thermal Engineer to join the Thermal Engineering Department at Airbus Defence and Space in Stevenage. Reporting to the Head of Thermal Systems and Space Physics, you will be leading a team of engineers on Earth Observation, Science programmes and Telecommunication Programmes globally.


Responsibilities

* Detailed spacecraft level thermal design and system architecture.
* Definition of, and support to, system level thermal testing.
* Validating flight thermal installations during ambient or spacecraft thermal vacuum tests.
* Responsible for Thermal cost/schedule creation and monitoring.
* Support to manufacturing, assembly and integration activities.
* Performing trade-off studies and reviewing analysis results to ensure compliance with the defined requirements.


Qualifications

* Thermal design and build at spacecraft level, ideally in scientific and earth observation missions.
* Spacecraft thermal balance/thermal vacuum testing.
* Experience interfacing with other disciplines (Structures, Propulsion, Electrical, AOCS, TTC, Operations).
* Experience presenting and interacting with stakeholders.


Role Details

* Location: Stevenage (with hybrid working available per policy).
* Security clearance: UK Eyes Only SC; must have or be able to obtain UKIC clearance.
* Type: Permanent, Full-time. Experience Level: Professional. Job Family: Chief Engineering & Architecture.


What We Offer

* Competitive salary with annual profit share, contributory pension, share options and other benefits.
* Work/life balance: 37-hour week, flexible core hours, hybrid working, TOIL options, holiday purchase/sell options.
* Personal development: Development plan, Airbus Leadership University, access to 10,000+ e-learning courses, internal mobility including international opportunities.
* Health & wellbeing: 24/7 online GP and mental health support, Employee Assistance Programme, discounted health/dental/eye care, cycle-to-work scheme.
* Family and caregiving: Life assurance and enhanced leave policies.
* Inclusive environment: Various wellbeing and diversity initiatives and facilities.


EEO and Privacy

Airbus is committed to equal opportunities for all and welcomes applicants irrespective of social or cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. By submitting your CV or application you consent to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will be used strictly in connection with recruitment and for ongoing employment considerations. Airbus is a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who meet the minimum criteria and self-identify as having a disability or long-term condition.

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