Test Technologist - Control Systems

An exciting opportunity for a Structures Test Technologist to join us as part of the Airbus Structures Test organisation in the UK. You will join the team based in the Aerospace Integrated Research and Test Centre , Filton, UK The successful candidates will report functionally to the Head of Test Skills - Structures Test Centre UK and operationally to the Test Technologies Team Leader.,

• Work on critical structural tests from level 6 (Material Coupons) to level 2 (Large Structural Assemblies) of the test pyramid and other business critical projects.
• Secure adherence to the Structures Test Process and respect of all transnational processes, methods and tools.
• Design and setup of the control and data acquisition systems of the test
• Design and setup of hydraulic loading systems for test rigs
• Performance of structural tests
• Calibration of equipment
• Full Field Measurement application (Digital Image Correlation, photogrammetry, thermoelastic stress analysis etc)
• Advanced data analytics & correlations including integration with digital toolsets.
• Delivery of one or more technical specialisms - often a healthy mix of hands-on lab and office based work.
• Assistance when required to deliver structural tests.
• Communication and reporting of progress to the test leader/test customers.
• Coordination of all internal and external contributors/stakeholders/suppliers.
• Launch of subcontracting activities following policy; purchasing and goods receipt.
• Participation in the test centre and weekly team meetings.
• Networking & support to build transnational Test Technologies capabilities.
  
  Educated to degree level (or equivalent) in mechanical engineering or a related discipline (e.g. Aerospace, Structures, Materials, Systems, Physics).
• Extensive experience in:
+ Project management & delivery of projects to time, cost, quality. + One of the following disciplines; aeronautical structures, control systems, structural testing.
• Experience in structures, materials or systems testing would be an advantage.
• Experience in managing suppliers or participating in supplier selection would be an advantage.
• Experience or interest in Digital topics / Hybrid Testing & Simulation
• English: Negotiation level. Other languages would be a plus.
• Control Systems Design, Maintenance and Operation
• Hydraulics System Design and Operation
• Operation of both standard test machines and bespoke test rigs
• Data Acquisition
• Wide knowledge and innovative approach to conventional and emerging methods of applying loads and deflections
• Knowledge of load cells and other measurement devices
• Additional Desirable Skills:
• Advanced Measurement, Analytics & Correlation
• Metrology
• Hybrid Testing (Physical-Virtual Test Integration)
• Hydrogen/Cryogenic Testing
• I.T networks and IP configuration
• Software skills (MOOG FCS, MTS Flextest, ZWICK TestExpert, HBK Catman enterprise, Zeiss, Photron, Intellifast) would be a plus, 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.
  
  The Structures Test Centre UK is part of the Materials, Processes and Test domain . The Structures Test Centre UK is one of three Airbus centres that perform or manage the full pyramid of static and fatigue structures tests on all Airbus Aircraft Programmes and R&T including exciting new projects on Digital Hybrid Testing and Zero Emissions aircraft
Our engineering Test Technologists in the Structures Test Team support serial programmes and research & development activities, within a field or engineering discipline, through the application of known engineering principles and practices. They develop new test rigs, test methods/processes and tools by delivering specialisms in, 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.


• Financial Reward: Competitive salary, annual profit share, contributory pension, share options, car leasing scheme, free onsite parking, season ticket loan, tax-free technology scheme, shopping discounts and much more
• Work / Life Balance: 35 hour week, flexible working around core hours and Friday afternoons off, hybrid working, flexible working, option to buy/sell holiday
• Personal Development: Personalised development plan, Airbus Leadership University and unlimited access to 10,000+ E-learning courses, internal mobility including international opportunities
• Health & Wellbeing: Bupa health insurance (including assisted fertility treatments and gender dysphoria & reassignment support), wellbeing benefits (including 24/7 online GP and mental health support), discounted family health / dental insurance / eye tests, cycle-to-work scheme, on-site canteen and coffee shop, lunchtime yoga / meditation
• Family and Caregiving: Life assurance, enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave and caregiving and purpose built maternity rooms on site
• Inclusive Environment: Wellbeing room, Multi-faith room, Employee Representative Groups (Gender, LGBTQ+, International, Generational, Disability, Social & Cultural Diversity, Neurodiversity)
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