Spacecraft Ground Systems Test Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Profit share

Pension

Share options

Car leasing

Parking

Season ticket loan

Tech scheme

Discounted shopping

Job summary

AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited is seeking a Ground Systems Test Engineer to join our Portsmouth or Stevenage teams. The role involves rigorous testing and validation of spacecraft control systems and software for critical missions, ensuring performance, reliability and compliance with aerospace standards.

Hybrid working options apply. Responsibilities include developing test plans, maintaining SRM facilities, and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams during launch and in-orbit

Qualifications

• Proven experience in integration and validation of complex systems.
• Strong understanding of Spacecraft Control Centre architectures.
• Proficiency with Red Hat and Windows operating systems.
• Experience with configuration management tools (Windchill, SVN, Git).
• Familiarity with defect tracking systems (JIRA).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills, written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and in a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute and document integration plans for Spacecraft Ground Control software and systems.
• Develop, execute and document test plans, procedures and cases for Spacecraft Control Centre software and systems.
• Administer and maintain SRM test facilities and computer systems.
• Conduct functional, performance, integration and regression testing of SCC components including flight software and HIL systems.
• Analyze test results, identify defects and report issues in defect tracking systems.
• Collaborate with software developers, system engineers and mission operations teams for testing coverage.
• Participate in formal reviews and audits of test documentation and results.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and methodologies.
• Provide technical expertise and support during critical mission phases including launch and in-orbit operations.
• Ensure testing activities comply with AIRBUS Defence and Space quality standards and industry regulations.

Skills

System integration

Test planning

SCC architectures

Test validation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Tools

Windchill

SVN

Git

JIRA

Windows OS

Red Hat

Job description

AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited is seeking a Ground Systems Test Engineer to join our Portsmouth or Stevenage teams. The role involves rigorous testing and validation of spacecraft control systems and software for critical missions, ensuring performance, reliability and compliance with aerospace standards.

Hybrid working options apply. Responsibilities include developing test plans, maintaining SRM facilities, and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams during launch and in-orbit