European Test Services (ETS) B.V. – an AIRBUS and IABG joint venture – serves as the driving force behind the operations and maintenance of the prestigious European Space Agency (ESA) test centre, located in the Netherlands. ETS is currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated Mechanical Test and Maintenance Engineer / Technician, dedicated to maintaining, preparing, performing and reporting testing operations of the mechanical facilities. As a key member of our IABG team in Noordwijk, the Test and Maintenance Engineer / Technician will report to the ETS Mechanical Technical Manager, playing a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless execution of mechanical tests and contributing to the overall success of our company.
Tasks
Perform acoustic, vibration, shock, mass property tests in accordance with applicable test requirements as operator and as test responsible leading the test team
Carry out and document preventive and corrective maintenance activities on equipment within the Mechanical Testing team’s scope
Execute test preparation including instrumentation
Report any deviation, lead investigations, and implement corrective measures required to perform corrective maintenance on testing equipment
Support facility maintenance, modifications and upgrades, liaising with suppliers and consultants and coordinate 3rd parties on site
Compile test (and maintenance) reports
Cooperate with international customers and test team in the frame of complex space programs and industrial projects
Contribute to continuous improvement process by providing suggestions, participating to lesson learnt sessions, reviewing and updating ETS documentation
Job Requirements
Bachelor degree or technical professional qualification
Experience with mechanical test and measurement systems
A good knowledge of vibration and acoustic facilities used in the mechanical testing of components, subsystems or systems
Basic knowledge and ability to troubleshoot on electrical systems and diagrams
Ability to perform tasks independently according to the applicable processes and requirements
Fluent English language, both written and spoken
Ability to work occasionally in shift and on Saturdays