Airbus PLC
Stevenage, Hertfordshire
Sep 21, 2022
Full time
We are looking for a Weights Specialist Engineer to work on our Airbus Defence & Space site in Stevenage. As a Weights Specialist Engineer, you will be joining a structural analysis department of approx. 30 and working with project teams of 5-10 people. Mainly working on Telecoms satellites. You will become the department s main focal point for all mass property activities. You will be responsible for independently completing all mass property analysis and measurement campaigns at subsystem and system level. Also responsible for producing mass properties estimates and reports (mass, CG and inertia), maintain a mass trend database to support future mass estimates, whilst maintaining a high degree of technical competency in your specialised field within the engineering group. Task & accountabilities: Your main tasks and responsibilities will include: - To perform or supervise all mass property analysis based on manufacturing drawings and CAD models of spacecraft, platforms and equipments as necessary to ensure that reports are completed to meet project requirements. - Plan mass property analysis and measurement campaigns for projects at subsystem and system level. - Maintain a mass trend database to support the preparation of mass estimates for bids / concepts / kick-offs and to identify trends for use by design. - To provide a detailed definition of all mass property physical testing required to verify that the mass property reporting requirements are met. - To conduct or monitor these physical measurements / tests and issue reports to compare results with requirements and with pre-test analysis. - Produce regular mass properties status reports. - To prepare and maintain work plans, schedules, work package descriptions and costs. Required skills: To be successful for this role, you need to have the following skills and experience: - HNC or equivalent in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering or similar related discipline. - Appreciation of the relevant design drivers and associated manufacturing issues. - Conversant with and apply, as appropriate, analysis techniques and methods for light weight structure mass property prediction and measurements. These will include computer (MS Excel) modelling. - Use of Catia V6 for mass property analysis of manufacturing drawings. - Able to establish and execute work plan and cost estimate for projects. - Able to train, advise and supervise team members in main activities. - Excellent presentation and communication skills. - Able to work on your own as well as with others. - Eligibility to handle ITAR data and equipment Any experience / understanding of Finite Element (FE) will also be useful but training will be provided if required. The successful candidate will be subject to UK SC Security Clearance in order to undertake related work in accordance with business needs. Not 100% match for the role? No worries! Airbus will support your professional development and invests in your learning journey/continuous learning. We value the strength that diverse perspectives bring to our business, so if you require any reasonable adjustments to participate fully in the recruitment process please discuss this with the recruiter who contacts you. What we can offer you 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 generous pension contributions Very strong, very real career development options across our transnational, market leading company A hybrid working pattern of 2 to 3 days per week in the office and 2 to 3 days remotely Flexible hours - 37 per week with no core hours on Friday afternoons! Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including home working. 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. Stevenage : We are 5 mins walk from Stevenage train station (step free and lift access), easily accessible by road and bus, car parking on site, cycle racks. Close to many amenities including: o High-street shops and supermarkets o Restaurants and eateries o Gyms, Swimming pool and Parks o Cinema, bowling and Recreational facilities 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. Company: AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited Contract Type: Permanent Contract / CDI / Unbefristet / Contrato indefinido Experience Level: Professional / Expérimenté(e) / Professionell / Profesional Job Family: Structure Design & Integration By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus. 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. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we 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 . At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking. About Us Airbus pioneers sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world. The Company constantly innovates to provide efficient and technologically-advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services. In commercial aircraft, Airbus offers modern and fuel-efficient airliners and associated services. Airbus is also a European leader in defence and security and one of the world's leading space businesses. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions and services worldwide.