Job description
Join the Mechanical Analysis department in Stevenage, a key contributor to the success of a wide variety of space missions. Our work ranges from the scientific exploration of other planets in the form of the ESA ExoMars mission, to the highly competitive provision of global telecommunications via the Airbus Defence and Space Eurostar Neo and OneSat families of spacecraft.
Our responsibilities cover the strength, stiffness, and mass performance of products, from individual equipment to large spacecraft systems. We are involved in the entire lifecycle, from conceptual design through qualification testing and final delivery to the customer.
Benefits
37 hours per week // Flexible working hours // Hybrid working options available depending on the role // Half day Fridays!* // 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
subject to completing full hours prior to this
About us
Join the Mechanical Analysis department in Stevenage, a key contributor to the success of a wide variety of space missions. Our work ranges from the scientific exploration of other planets in the form of the ESA ExoMars mission, to the highly competitive provision of global telecommunications via the Airbus Defence and Space Eurostar Neo and OneSat families of spacecraft.
Our responsibilities cover the strength, stiffness, and mass performance of products, from individual equipment to large spacecraft systems. We are involved in the entire lifecycle, from conceptual design through qualification testing and final delivery to the customer.
What you will be doing
The scope of our operations at the Stevenage site covers the design, manufacture, and testing of spacecraft hardware. As an intern, you will play a key role in supporting the mechanical analysis function throughout your placement year, learning a variety of analysis skills from our experienced engineers.
You will typically be involved in:
- Developing analysis tools to improve our processes
- Performing mechanical analysis to support the design or test phase of ongoing space hardware projects
This is a hands-on role that offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to real projects and apply your academic knowledge to the practical challenges of space engineering.
Requirements
Our placements are open to undergraduates only. Therefore it is mandatory for candidates to be an undergraduate for the whole duration of the placement.
Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the following skills:
- Studying towards a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautical or Aerospace Engineering, or related subject. You must be predicted 2:1 or above
- Understanding of the fundamental principles of structural analysis
- Appreciation of mechanical simulation software
- Application of tools for performing and presenting engineering calculations such as MS EXCEL with others such as MATLAB considered advantageous
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Some programming skills would be a plus
Security clearance
You will be subject to a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) check. You may also need to gain UK SC-level Security Clearance or Export Control, depending on the role.
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.
Job family
Structure Design & Integration
