Hybrid Space Systems Test Automation Engineer

Airbus S.A.S.; Biddenham; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Contributory pension

Car leasing scheme

Discounted shopping

Hybrid working

Job summary

Airbus S.A.S. is seeking a Systems Test Engineer to join a ~30-strong team responsible for designing, building and deploying complex test sites for space equipment. The role covers RF and digital testing with instrument control, DUT sequencing, and data acquisition.

Expect to develop scalable automation software in Python and Java, maintain API docs, and drive CI/CD practices. Flexible working options and strong personal growth support are highlighted in the program.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience in Electronics, Telecommunications, Engineering, Aerospace, Physics or similar.
• Experience of testing instruments, systems, equipment and devices - Understand DUT/EUT/UUT.
• Proven experience in automating tests for instruments or equipment and control interfaces.
• Strong focus on test system stability, instrument control accuracy, robust error handling, and delivering reliable automated test software.

Responsibilities

• Design, code, and maintain clean, scalable test automation software in Python and Java.
• Develop automated routines for instrument control, DUT sequencing, data acquisition, and result file generation to support RF and Digital space equipment testing.
• Author and maintain architectural blueprints, technical specs, API documentation, and system design guidelines.
• Establish best practices for code reviews, automated testing, CI/CD, and technical debt management.
• Support architectural evolution and development of future high-performance engineering test platforms.

Skills

Test automation

Python

Java

DUT/EUT/UUT knowledge

Space industry experience

NoSQL databases

Education

Engineering or related degree

Tools

MongoDB

CI/CD

Job description

Airbus S.A.S. is seeking a Systems Test Engineer to join a ~30-strong team responsible for designing, building and deploying complex test sites for space equipment. The role covers RF and digital testing with instrument control, DUT sequencing, and data acquisition.

Expect to develop scalable automation software in Python and Java, maintain API docs, and drive CI/CD practices. Flexible working options and strong personal growth support are highlighted in the program.