Job Overview
We are looking for a Satellite Operation Engineer to join Airbus Defence & Space in Corsham, Wiltshire. You will join our Secure Communication business line and report to the Spacecraft Operations Team Lead.
Security Clearance
Must have or be able to obtain UK SC Security Clearance.
Location
Corsham, Wiltshire (hybrid working available subject to our Hybrid Working Policy).
Type
Full time.
Benefits
* 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.
* 37 hour week, flexible working around core hours, hybrid working, up to 2 additional days per month as TOIL, option to buy/sell holiday.
* Personalised development plan, Airbus Leadership University and unlimited access to 10,000+ e‑learning courses, internal mobility including international opportunities.
* 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.
* Life assurance, enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave and caregiving.
* Wellbeing room, multi‑faith room, Employee Representative Groups (Gender, LGBTQ+, International, Generational, Disability, Social & Cultural Diversity, Neurodiversity).
Responsibilities
* Make sure that all operational products are ready for the SK6A LEOP and the transition to On‑Station.
* Assess and analyse the health of the SKYNET fleet.
* Advise the Spacecraft Management Authority as SKYNET spacecraft specialist.
* Understand and monitor spacecraft subsystems (platform and payload) through monthly and yearly analysis.
* Provide technical support to spacecraft on‑station operations.
* Write, validate and technically review SKYNET operating procedures and associated documentation.
Qualifications
* Spacecraft operation experience.
* An understanding of satellite design and AIT phase.
* Have a flair for trouble spotting and be able to take and hold sound decisions – even in the face of adverse reactions.
* Good written and verbal communications skills and ability to report succinctly on all aspects.
Recruitment and Disability Statement
As a Disability Confident Employer, Airbus UK will offer an interview to any applicant that considers themselves to have a disability or long‑term condition and meets the minimum criteria of the role. To ‘opt in’, just select the option during your application submission and our Talent Acquisition team will contact you.
Airbus is a Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity and an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus 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.
We support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.
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