Space Systems Test Engineer - Automated Test Control

Airbus S.A.S.; Swanley; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Profit share

Contributory pension

Share options

Car leasing scheme

Free onsite parking

Tax-free technology scheme

Discounted shopping

Job summary

Airbus is seeking a Systems Test Engineer to join a team of ~30 responsible for designing, building and deploying complex test sites for space equipment. The role focuses on DUT/EUT/UUT testing, automation, and robust test software across RF and digital space products.

You will contribute to architecture, develop automated test routines, and help evolve high-performance test platforms, with opportunities for growth and flexibility in working patterns.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience in Electronics, Telecommunications, Engineering, Aerospace or similar.
• Experience testing instruments, systems, equipment and devices (DUT/EUT/UUT).
• Proven experience automating tests for instruments or equipment and control interfaces.
• Strong focus on test system stability, instrument control accuracy, robust error handling, and reliable automated test software.
• Proficient with NoSQL databases; MongoDB experience preferred.

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

Instrument control

CI/CD

NoSQL databases

Education

Electronics/ Telecommunications/ Engineering degree

Tools

MongoDB

Job description

Airbus is seeking a Systems Test Engineer to join a team of ~30 responsible for designing, building and deploying complex test sites for space equipment. The role focuses on DUT/EUT/UUT testing, automation, and robust test software across RF and digital space products.

You will contribute to architecture, develop automated test routines, and help evolve high-performance test platforms, with opportunities for growth and flexibility in working patterns.