Software Test Engineer

Airbus S.A.S.; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Portsmouth is looking for a Software Test Engineer to enhance software quality in satellite communications projects. Key responsibilities include defining test cases, validating software under Agile practices, and collaborating with technical and non-technical team members. Competitive salary and hybrid working options offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual profit share

Personalized development plans

Health & Wellbeing benefits

Flexible working hours

Family and caregiving support

Qualifications

• Experience with Agile methodology in test processes.
• Knowledge of compliance and integrity in testing.
• Willingness to learn about new tools such as Cucumber and Postman.

Responsibilities

• Define, document and run test cases for software development.
• Produce tests while verifying and validating code quality.
• Support test readiness and review meetings.

Skills

Test automation tools (Java, Selenium)

GIT

Jira

Excellent communication skills

Model Based System Engineering

V&V processes

Job description

Overview

The software you test will travel to the stars and the satellite it runs on will impact generations to come… If that sparks interest, read on: As a Software Test Engineer, integrated into a team of developers, you will champion the test process and contribute to the delivery of new software solutions in the Satellite Communications Domain. As a tester you will contribute to all stages of the software development lifecycle, engage in retrospective reviews and bring ideas to the table. This role is highly visible and highly focused on Verification and Validation (V&V). You will be trained to create or enhance your knowledge of V&V.

Responsibilities

• Highlight and communicate concerns, results and ideas to team members from a test perspective
• Define, document and run test cases for new project development in all phases of the development process
• Produce tests, verifying and validating code quality, under an Agile methodology approach, and support test documentation development
• Support Test Readiness and Test Review Boards as guided by the Test Lead
• Bring new ideas to the table and question the status quo
• Experience using test automation tools Java and Selenium, and GIT and Jira to manage the development
• Interest in learning new tools and processes such as V&V, Cucumber, Postman
• Excellent communication skills that can be adapted for team members and technical / non-technical stakeholders
• Familiarity with interpreting Model Based System Engineering Diagrams
• Awareness of potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth

Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customised development solutions. Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to [e-mail]. At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

Benefits

• Financial Reward: Competitive salary, annual profit share, contributory pension, share options, car leasing scheme, free onsite parking, season ticket loan, tax-free technology scheme, discounted shopping and much more
• Work / Life Balance: 37 hour week, flexible working around core hours and Friday afternoons off, hybrid working, up to 2 additional days per month as TOIL
• Personal Development: Personalised development plan, Airbus Leadership University and unlimited access to 10,000+ E-learning courses, internal mobility including international opportunities
• Health & Wellbeing: Wellbeing benefits (including 24/7 online GP and mental health support), Employee Assistance Programme, discounted family health / dental insurance / eye tests, cycle-to-work scheme, on-site canteen and coffee shop
• Family and Caregiving: Life assurance, enhanced pay for parental leave (23 weeks at 100% pay), adoption / shared parental / caregiving leave
• Inclusive Environment: Wellbeing room, Multi-faith room, Employee Representative Groups (Gender, LGBTQ+, International, Generational, Disability, Social & Cultural Diversity, Neurodiversity)

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