Payload Architect Engineer

23 hours ago


Portsmouth, Portsmouth, United Kingdom Industry Placements Full time
Unlock Your Potential as a Graduate Payload Architect Engineer

At Industry Placements, we're committed to nurturing the next generation of aerospace professionals. As a Graduate Payload Architect Engineer, you'll embark on a transformative journey that combines cutting-edge technology with hands-on experience.

Our Airbus Global Graduate Programme is designed to accelerate your growth, focusing on both technical expertise and soft skills. You'll work on real-world projects, collaborating with our expert teams to deliver innovative solutions. Your development pathway will guide you through the role of Payload Architect, where you'll be responsible for analyzing payload system architecture, performing performance trade-offs, and preparing technical reports and presentations for our customers.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Analysis of payload system architecture and end-to-end telecom systems, with a focus on RF and payload system performance analysis.
  • Supporting payload test campaigns and analyzing test results, working closely with our Assembly, Integration, and Test operations team.
  • Utilizing modelling tools such as Matlab and Python for in-house analysis, Keysight ADS, and Microsoft Office and Gsuite for presenting technical information to customers.
  • Staying up-to-date with cutting-edge satellite and payload technology, telecommunication satellite missions, and key performance parameters and analysis.

To succeed in this role, you'll need:

  • A degree in Electrical / Electronic Engineering, Telecommunications, Communications, Satellite Systems Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
  • Experience with modelling software used for end-to-end RF communication chains.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, MATLAB, Octave, or Visual Basic.
  • A solid theoretical background in digital communications and the ability to apply theory to solve practical problems.

At Industry Placements, we're committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment that fosters growth and development. If you're passionate about aerospace and eager to take on new challenges, we encourage you to apply for our Airbus Global Graduate Programme.

About Industry PlacementsIndustry Placements is a leading provider of industry placements and graduate development programmes. We work closely with top companies to deliver innovative solutions and shape the next generation of professionals.

How to Apply

  • Online application
  • Online Task-Based Assessment
  • Application Review (Talent Acquisition Partner & Manager)
  • Virtual Assessment Centre
  • Offer


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