Graduate Software Quality Engineer

Job description

Graduate Software Quality Engineer

Airbus Defence & Space Stevenage (ex Astrium SL)

Defence and Space is a division of Airbus formed by combining the business activities of Cassidian, Astrium and Airbus Military. The new division is Europe's number one defence and space enterprise, the second largest space business worldwide and among the top ten global defence enterprises. It employs some 40,000 employees generating revenues of approximately €14 billion per year.

Airbus is a global leader in aeronautics, space and related services. In 2016, it generated revenues of € 67 billion and employed a workforce of around 134,000. Airbus offers the most comprehensive range of passenger airliners from 100 to more than 600 seats. Airbus is also a European leader providing tanker, combat, transport and mission aircraft, as well as Europe's number one space enterprise and the world's second largest space business. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions worldwide.

Our people work with passion and determination to make the world a more connected, safer and smarter place. Taking pride in our work, we draw on each other's expertise and experience to achieve excellence. Our diversity and teamwork culture propel us to accomplish the extraordinary - on the ground, in the sky and in space.

Description of the job

Application Closing Date: 8th March 2017

Our UK Graduate Programme provides exceptional graduates the opportunity to master managerial and technical skills. Over the two year period it combines rotational placements with focused training and the possibility of European assignments as well as further personal development and the chance to build your professional network.

From day one, you will be assigned to a particular department and will be guided through the various placement opportunities that exist within your function, the wider business and even with customers and suppliers. This, along with training provided works to ensure you are ready and experienced enough to take the next step of your career following the programme's conclusion.

Desired profile

Tasks & accountabilities

Today's space missions rely on complex on-board embedded software to manage spacecraft subsystems and equipments. This software provides the on-board intelligence needed to fulfil mission objectives and it is imperative that it is developed using proven tools and processes. Defence and Space at Stevenage has several ongoing spacecraft projects at present, at varying stages of development. The final customer in most cases is the European Space Agency (ESA) and current projects include Solar Orbiter and ExoMars Rover. Working closely with the software developers, key activities will include:

·  Ensuring that spacecraft software project processes are followed according to the current plans and the applicable standards.
·  Producing and maintaining the project Software Quality Assurance Plan.
·  Assessing throughout the project the quality of the Software Project items, e.g. through inspections and production of metrics.
·  Supporting lifecycle reviews.
·  Reviewing documentation and proposing improvements.

This role will be based in Stevenage and will receive the full Defence & Space Graduate programme benefit package including an annual Salary of £26,000, plus a welcome payment of £2,000.

Required skills

Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the following:

·  At minimum, a 2:1 degree in Computer Science or a related subject.
·  Programming experience.
·  Analytical skills.
·  Good organisation and communication skills.
·  Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.

The successful candidate will be subject to UK National Security Clearance in order to undertake related work in accordance with business needs.