Space Systems Test Engineer – Automation & RF (Hybrid)

Airbus S.A.S.; Eltisley; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual profit share

Contributory pension

Share options

Car leasing scheme

Free onsite parking

Tax-free technology scheme

Discounted shopping

Job summary

Airbus S.A.S. in the UK is seeking a Systems Test Engineer to design, build and deploy complex automated test sites for Space Equipment. You will join a team of around 30 engineers responsible for DUT/EUT/UUT testing across RF and digital space technologies.

The role emphasizes instrument control, test automation in Python and Java, CI/CD, and robust error handling. Location options include Portsmouth or Stevenage with hybrid working and a strong focus on personal development and diversity.

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 from Space/Aerospace backgrounds.
• Strong focus on test system stability, instrument control accuracy, robust error handling, and reliable automated test software.
• Proficiency with NoSQL databases, especially MongoDB; experience with Cassandra/CouchBase/CouchDB welcomed.

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 for RF and Digital space equipment testing.
• Author and maintain architectural blueprints, technical specs, API docs, 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

Instrument control

Space/Aerospace testing

CI/CD

Education

Degree in Electronics/Engineering/Aerospace

Tools

MongoDB

NoSQL experience

Job description

Airbus S.A.S. in the UK is seeking a Systems Test Engineer to design, build and deploy complex automated test sites for Space Equipment. You will join a team of around 30 engineers responsible for DUT/EUT/UUT testing across RF and digital space technologies.

The role emphasizes instrument control, test automation in Python and Java, CI/CD, and robust error handling. Location options include Portsmouth or Stevenage with hybrid working and a strong focus on personal development and diversity.