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Propulsion Test Engineer
2013-03-14 10:38:23| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Astrium brings space to you. Number 1 in Europe and number 3 worldwide, Astrium employs over 17,000 men and women mainly based in five European countries France, Germany, the UK, Spain and the Netherlands. Our technical excellence and extensive prime contractorship experience extend across all sectors of the space business launch vehicles, manned space activities, satellite systems and related services. EADS is a global leader in aerospace, defence and related services. In 2011, the Group comprising Airbus, Astrium, Cassidian and Eurocopter generated revenues of 49.1 billion and employed a workforce of over 133,000. A vacancy has arisen for a Propulsion Test Engineer with Astrium in Stevenage. The successful applicants will provide Testing and Launch support of Propulsion Systems and components from preparation of equipment and documentation, testing and recording of data to reporting. This will involve working on multiple projects and often offsite. The key tasks of the role are Preparation of test and launch documentation within the requirements of the Satellite Propulsion system including technical and safety Working as part of a small, specialist team within a multiidisciplined project team Manufacture, maintain and operate equipment specific to the requirements of the propulsion system Perform test and launch services activities to strict quality and technical requirements Frequent and occasionally extended periods of offsite work abroad is required This role comes with a highly attractive package including Basic Salary, Overtime, Shift allowance and Test Campaign Overseas Allowance. Due to current workloads, successful applicants have the potential to increase their income and could earn up to 40 of their basic salary from the various uplifts, allowances and overtime. The successful candidate will demonstrate the following skills and experience Degree or equivalent in a mechanical or aerospace discipline A good knowledge and understanding of mechanical and pneumatic systems, gases and some basic electrical engineering skills Experience of working in a commercial environment, ideally in a mechanical engineering position but testing is also relevant TO APPLY click here
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