Electrical Systems Architect

Job Description: SECURITY CLEARANCE: Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance TRAVEL REQUIRED: Occasional travel within UK LOCATION: Stevenage (60% of your working week must be office based) TYPE: Full time WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU Financial Reward: Competitive salary, annual profit share, contributory pension, share options, car leasing scheme, free onsite parking, tax-free technology scheme, discounted shopping and much more Work / Life Balance: 37 hour week, flexible working around core hours, hybrid working, up to 2 additional days per month as TOIL.There are no core hours on Friday afternoons. Employees may use this flexibility at their discretion, provided they fulfil their contractual working hours and meet business needs (such as urgent deadlines or client requirements) Personal Development: Personalised development plan and unlimited access to 10,000+ E-learning courses, internal mobility including international opportunities Health & Wellbeing: Wellbeing benefits (including 24/7 online GP and mental health support), Employee Assistance Programme, discounted family health / dental insurance / eye tests, cycle-to-work scheme, on-site canteen and coffee shop Family and Caregiving: Life assurance, enhanced pay for parental leave (23 weeks at 100% pay), adoption / shared parental / caregiving leave Inclusive Environment: Wellbeing room, Multi-faith room, Employee Representative Groups (Gender, LGBTQ+, International, Generational, Disability, Social & Cultural Diversity, Neurodiversity) Our world is changing. And so are we. From our commitment to zero-carbon flight) to cleaning up space, sustainability is at the heart of our purpose. So what's your next change? The Electrical System Team support a range of electrical disciplines which include EMC, RFComms, Harness and Power, contributing to a wide range of National, Earth Observation and Science (EOS), and exploratory based missions, from Bid through to launch. This role therefore demands technical proficiency across various electrical disciplines, alongside strong interpersonal skills and adeptness in planning, organisation, and management. You will blend solid technical expertise with strong cognitive abilities in a constructive manner. You will be adept at working in teams and engaging with customers; partners such as ESA, subcontractors, legal entities, and adjacent functions such as Product Assurance, MAIT, and Supply Management. HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE TO THE TEAM Establish and implement a robust spacecraft data handling platform to support Functional Avionics (FA) effectively You will support with electrical engineering responsibilities, including requirements management and verification, associated with various System Components, commonly referred to as "Equipment," including: On-Board Computer (OBC) Remote Interface Unit (RIU) Mass Memory & Formatting Unit (MMFU) Other digital equipment as required, such as Instrument Control Unit (ICU) or Authenticating Unit (AU), among others. Electrical and software architecture, maintaining them throughout the project lifecycle, and delivering them, along with the Avionics team, to the project while adhering to On Time, On Quality, On Cost (OTOQOC) principles. You will monitor equipment suppliers, collaborating with other disciplines, primarily Functional Avionics, and engaging with the customer, operationally reporting to the Electrical Systems Lead Architect ABOUT YOU Familiarity with general electrical systems applicable to scientific spacecraft and the equipment used therein (degree preferable) Familiarity with the use of software design tools (for power simulation, link budgets, harness design etc…), and Non-conformance Reporting systems, RFDs / RFWs Familiarity with work package management, cost estimation and reporting Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customised development solutions. HOW WE CAN SUPPORT YOU Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need and we’ll always do our best to accommodate your request. Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments for the selection process – you can share this with your Talent Acquisition Partner if you are invited to interview. Examples may include (but not exclusive to) accessible facilities; auxiliary aids; room layout, etc. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence. As a Disability Confident Employer, Airbus UK will offer an interview to any applicant that considers themselves to have a disability or long-term condition under the Equality Act 2010 and meets the minimum criteria of the role (as set out in the job advert). To ‘opt in’, just select the option during your application submission and your application will be considered accordingly. 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. 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Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking. 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. From sending your resume to participating in successful interviews, here you can access all important pieces of information to guide you in your candidate journey. 👉 Learn more