Physical Design Process, Methods, Tools and Data Stevenage Placement (12 months)

From initial system synoptics to final specifications, our Mechanical Design Office (MDO) supports business units by managing equipment layout and RF connectivity, including waveguides and coaxial cabling. Using the Dassault suite (Catia), we specialize in 3D payload accommodation, detailed Radio Frequency (RF) routing, and comprehensive stress and thermal justification.

We collaborate closely with the Assembly, Integration, and Test department to create the assembly kits, installation drawings, and bills of materials that streamline our satellite production. Beyond design, we support testing readiness by developing jigs, MGSE, and non-flight RF hardware. We are also proud to be a key driver in our company’s digital transformation, leading the way in end-to-end Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) flow and product data continuity.

What you will be doing:

The Physical Design PMTD team plays a pivotal role in the Digital Design and Manufacturing Service (DDMS) improvement project. This project is designed to deliver significant financial savings to the business by reducing waste and using digitalisation (digital transformation) as a key tool in improving end to end processes through the business.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Process Development: Specifying, developing, and documenting the process changes required to successfully deploy new toolsets, such as 3DExperience and Catia V6.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Working closely with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders to design and implement leaner, more efficient workflows.
• Digital Transformation: Contributing to the wider business strategy by optimizing end-to-end processes through digitalization.
• Reporting: Concluding your placement by preparing and presenting a final report to department managers and key stakeholders to showcase your findings and project impact.

• Ideally currently studying a Mechanical Engineering degree;
• Experience and knowledge of CAD/CAM tools, knowledge of the Dassault System tools (Catia V5 or V6, Delmia, Apriso) is preferred;
• Some programming skills (VB, VB.net, php, mysql, C#);
• You thrive in a collaborative environment and communicate confidently with stakeholders across all levels of the organization., 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.

Salary: £24,500

37 hours per week // Flexible working hours // Hybrid working options available depending on the role // Half day Fridays!* // 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

At the Aerospace Mechanical Engineering Design Office, we provide the core engineering expertise behind every physical design, from concept to launch. We design and develop mechanical and thermal systems for diverse space projects, including Earth Observation, Science, Navigation, and Telecom missions., 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 emsom@airbus.com.

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.