Aerospace Engineer Newport, Newport, Wales
Job description
Aerospace Engineer
Job role: Join our dynamic aerospace team at B2Space in Newport and play a crucial role in supporting a wide range of air platform projects. As an Aerospace Engineer at B2Space, you will be a key member of our engineering team, responsible for designing, analysing, and testing aerospace components. You will collaborate with a diverse group of talented professionals, leveraging your expertise to contribute to the success of ambitious projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Utilise your versatility to engage in various aspects of high-altitude balloon projects, from subsystem design to testing and launch campaigns.
- Conduct advanced simulations and analyses of high-altitude balloon subsystems, including but not limited to pointing, recovery, and altitude control systems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project requirements, risks, and tests, ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety protocols.
- Lead the design process for high altitude balloon subsystems, driving innovation and optimization to achieve exceptional performance and reliability.
- Participate in testing and launch campaigns, working hands-on to ensure the successful deployment and operation of high-altitude balloon systems.
- Contribute your expertise to the development of space mission phases, including requirements definition, system design, testing, and verification.
- Leverage your advanced proficiency in MATLAB, Simulink, Python, and CAD design to develop robust and efficient solutions.
- Apply your intermediate knowledge of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) to enhance the aerodynamic performance of high-altitude balloon systems.
- Utilise your understanding of Attitude Determination and Control Systems (AOCS) to enhance system stability, particularly as it pertains to space projects.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Aerospace Engineering or a related field.
- Proven experience in high altitude balloon subsystem design, simulation, and analysis.
- Strong knowledge of space mission phases, from requirements to testing and verification.
- Advanced proficiency in MATLAB, Simulink, and/or Python for modeling and analysis.
- Advanced proficiency in CAD design software for precise subsystem development.
- Intermediate proficiency in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) for aerodynamic optimization.
- Knowledge of Attitude Determination and Control Systems (AOCS), especially in the context of space projects, is an asset.
- Hands-on experience with hardware development is an advantageous asset.
What We Offer:
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement in the aerospace industry.
- A collaborative and innovative work environment that fosters creativity and exploration.
- The chance to contribute to groundbreaking projects that redefine the boundaries of aerospace technology.
How to Apply: If you are passionate about space exploration and want to be part of a cutting-edge space company, please submit your CV.
Work Authorisation: This requisition is for a locally hired position in the United Kingdom. Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work immediately in the UK. B2Space will not attempt to obtain Immigration and labour sponsorship for any applicants.
Job Type: Full-time, Hybrid
Salary: £25,000-£32,000 per year
Minimum experience required: 1 year of experience.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £25,000.00-£32,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Flexitime
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Newport: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Relevant: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Newport
