ðFluid Mechanical Design Engineer

Overview

Join Airbus as a Mechanical Test Engineer focusing on high‑pressure fluid systems. You will help advance facility capabilities by leading test bench design and integration, collaborating with external suppliers, and delivering hands-on commissioning and testing. Your work supports next‑generation Airbus fuel and landing gear systems in a demanding, cross‑functional environment. This role offers a clear impact on flight technology, sustainability, and international collaboration. You will thrive in a dynamic setting that values practical problem‑solving, cutting‑edge testing, and personal development.

Pay / Benefits

• competitive salary
• annual profit share
• contributory pension
• share options
• car leasing scheme
• free onsite parking

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, integration, and build of new fluid mechanical lab test benches
• Collaborate with external suppliers to support builds and introduce digital platforms and test automation
• Prepare commissioning procedures and conduct hands-on testing of large, high‑pressure fluid systems
• Operate data logging equipment, verify instrumentation calibration, and perform data analysis
• Resolve cross‑functional issues (electrical/mechanical/software), manage asset obsolescence, and shape sub‑domain strategy

Key requirements

• Significant hands-on experience in a test laboratory environment
• Direct experience testing large, high‑pressure fluid systems (hydraulics, pneumatics, high‑flow pumps)
• Proven experience with hydro‑mechanical instrumentation and data logging/acquisition
• Practical knowledge of test rig parts configuration management and commissioning procedures

• problem-solving
• cross-functional collaboration
• adaptability
• high‑pressure fluid systems
• hydraulics and pneumatics
• data logging and acquisition systems

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