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Ground Segment Test Intern

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Astroscale

2mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Engineering
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • Oxford
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You should have a degree in Computer Science or related field, strong troubleshooting skills, teamwork, Python proficiency, good reporting, and fluency in English.
  • You will verify and validate systems, configure test environments, analyze results, collaborate with teams, gather requirements, and contribute to the Verification Control Document.

Requirements

  • University degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, or other relevant engineering discipline, either completed or in progress.
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Proactive attitude to work, and ability to cooperate within a team
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Python (or any other computer language) programming
  • Good reporting skills, for documentation, keeping track of changes, and other duties
  • Fluency in spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

  • Perform verification & validation of the systems with other team members while ensuring requirements are met, including systems tests and simulation campaigns.
  • Creates and configures test environments,
  • Analyses test results and follows issues,
  • Works closely with operation, software and ground segment systems teams
  • Gathers requirements and contributes to the Verification Control Document
  • Interface with the development team internally at Astroscale

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship is a 6-month fixed-term contract.

Where is the internship located?

The internship is based from our Harwell office with hybrid working options.

What degree is required for the internship?

A university degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, or other relevant engineering disciplines is required, either completed or in progress.

What programming skills are necessary for this role?

Proficiency in Python or any other computer programming language is required.

What are the essential skills needed for this internship?

Essential skills include troubleshooting skills, a proactive attitude, excellent communication skills, good reporting skills, and fluency in spoken and written English.

Is experience in test specification definition required?

No, but exposure to test specifications definition is desirable.

Will the intern have the opportunity to work with other teams?

Yes, the intern will work closely with operation, software, and ground segment systems teams.

How many days of holiday are provided?

The internship offers 25 days of holiday, increasing yearly up to a maximum of 28 days, plus 8 days of Bank Holiday.

Are there opportunities for professional development?

Yes, interns will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience working on industry missions and developing technical skills within a dynamic team.

Does the company offer any health benefits?

Yes, the company offers private healthcare as a taxable benefit, along with life insurance and long-term sick pay.

Is there a social aspect to the internship?

Yes, regular social events are organized for employees.

Is the internship position open to all qualified applicants?

Yes, Astroscale is an Equal Opportunities employer and encourages applications from a diverse range of candidates.

Can agencies submit candidate CVs for this position?

No, Astroscale operates a preferred Supplier List and does not accept unsolicited agency approaches.

Safe and sustainable development of space for the benefit of future generations

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
201-500
Employees
2013
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Astroscale is the first private company with a vision to secure the safe and sustainable development of space for the benefit of future generations, and the only company dedicated to on-orbit servicing across all orbits. Founded in 2013, Astroscale is developing innovative and scalable solutions across the spectrum of on-orbit servicing, including life extension, in-space situational awareness, end-of-life, and active debris removal, to create sustainable space systems and mitigate the growing and hazardous buildup of debris in space. Astroscale is also defining the economics of on-orbit servicing and working with government and commercial stakeholders to develop norms, regulations, and incentives for the responsible use of space. Headquartered in Japan, Astroscale has an international presence with subsidiaries in the United Kingdom, the United States, France, and Israel. Astroscale is a rapidly expanding venture company, working to advance safe and sustainable growth in space and solve a growing environmental concer