Software Test Engineer

Airbus; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking a Software Test Engineer to become an integral part of its Satellite Communications team. In this role, you will champion testing processes, define and run test cases, and participate in all stages of the development lifecycle while enjoying a competitive salary and extensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual profit share

Contributory pension

Share options

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Experience in Software Testing, particularly using Java and Selenium.
• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Interest in ongoing personal development and learning new tools.

Responsibilities

• Define, document, and run test cases for new project development.
• Produce tests for verifying and validating code quality.
• Support Test Readiness and Test Review Boards.

Skills

Test Automation with Java

Selenium

GIT

Jira

Communication skills

Job description

SECURITY CLEARANCE: Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance

TRAVEL REQUIRED: Occasional travel within UK

LOCATION: Portsmouth, UK (60% of your working week must be office based)

TYPE: Full time / STEM returners welcome

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

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)

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.

How will you contribute to the team…

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

About you…

Passionate about bringing new ideas to the table and questioning 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 to interpret Model Based System Engineering Diagrams

Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customised development solutions.

HOW WE CAN SUPPORT YOU

Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need and we’ll always do our best to accommodate your request.

Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments for the selection process – you can share this with your Talent Acquisition Partner if you are invited to interview. Examples may include (but not exclusive to) accessible facilities; auxiliary aids; room layout, etc. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

As a Disability Confident Employer, Airbus UK will offer an interview to any applicant that considers themselves to have a disability or long-term condition under the Equality Act 2010 and meets the minimum criteria of the role (as set out in the job advert). To ‘opt in’, just select the option during your application submission and your application will be considered accordingly.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited

Job Description:

SECURITY CLEARANCE: Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance

TRAVEL REQUIRED: Occasional travel within UK

LOCATION: Portsmouth, UK (60% of your working week must be office based)

TYPE: Full time / STEM returners welcome

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• 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)

Our world is changing. And so are we. From our commitment to zero-carbon flight ( #ZEROe ) to cleaning up space , sustainability is at the heart of our purpose . So what's your next change?

About the Role…

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.

How will you contribute to the team…

• 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

About you…

• Passionate about bringing new ideas to the table and questioning 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 to interpret Model Based System Engineering Diagrams

Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customised development solutions.

HOW WE CAN SUPPORT YOU

Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need and we’ll always do our best to accommodate your request.

Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments for the selection process – you can share this with your Talent Acquisition Partner if you are invited to interview. Examples may include (but not exclusive to) accessible facilities; auxiliary aids; room layout, etc. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

As a Disability Confident Employer, Airbus UK will offer an interview to any applicant that considers themselves to have a disability or long-term condition under the Equality Act 2010 and meets the minimum criteria of the role (as set out in the job advert). To ‘opt in’, just select the option during your application submission and your application will be considered accordingly.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited

Employment Type:

Permanent

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Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Software Engineering

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