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Mechanisms Engineer
2015-06-29 20:05:37| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Airbus Defence and Space is a division of Airbus Group formed by combining the business activities of Cassidian, Astrium and Airbus Military. The new division is Europes number one defence and space enterprise, the second largest space business worldwide and among the top ten global defence enterprises. It employs some 40,000 employees generating revenues of approximately 14 billion per year. A vacancy for a Mechanisms Engineer has arisen within Airbus Defence Space Limited in Stevenage. You will be responsible for detailed design, development and verification activities under limited supervision of high reliability, complex space mechanisms for both telecoms spacecraft and science missions You will work closely with senior team members to continue development of knowledge of space mechanism design and verification Some delegation and supervision of junior engineers. The successful candidate will be subject to security clearance in order to undertake related work in accordance with business needs. Your main tasks and responsibilities will include Understand and work to a detailed technical specification Under limited supervision, perform mechanisms related design, analyses and tradeoffs Interfacing with specialist analytical departments stress, thermal, radiation, electrical, etc. and taking responsibility to ensure the final analyses provide an integrated story for the complete mechanism design Interfacing with functional test departments stress, thermal, radiation, electrical, manufacturing, test, etc. and taking responsibility to ensure the test process satisfies stringent Airbus DS test philosophies Preparation of reports for management, project and department Carry out tradeoffs and preliminary concept designs for early phase science studies Develop and maintain excellent customer working relationships Assist in preparation of technical elements for bids and proposals, Support other Airbus Defence and Space departments on studies e.g. ENS and ESA Phase A studies Support existing projects within Airbus Defence and Space in a Mechanisms Expert role, when required Authoring of clear and concise technical reports and processes, demonstrating a clear understanding of mechanism design, manufacture and test Contribute to work packages to ensure tasksactivities are completed on time and on cost and on quality Support the project responsible engineer during development, qualification and acceptance verification and validation Work closely with the Project manager to ensure schedule and budget are closely adhered to. This role will involve some travel for business and as such you must be able to travel accordingly. We are looking for candidates with the following skills and experience A relevant degree in an applicable engineering discipline, or diploma with relevant work experience specialisation in Mechanical Engineering would be appreciated Proven experience working with complex, high reliability mechanisms Experience with the specification and procurement of precision components piece part and COTS Space experience desirable but other similar disciplines will be considered A sound working knowledge of motors, gearboxes, tribology and understanding the selection of materials for harsh environments Ability to do hand calculations for stress and thermal Basic electrical knowledge, particularly working with Ohms Law Experience of environmental and functional testing Excellent presentation and communication skills Hands on design experience of 3D CAD tools and other engineering tools, Fluency in English. Please apply on line for this vacancy on line at our careers site www.jobs.airbusgroup.com with your CV attached. By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus Group using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus Group. Airbus Group 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 Group Recruitment Centre To apply click here
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