Spacecraft Ground Systems Test Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Annual profit share

Pension and share options

Car leasing scheme

On-site parking

Season ticket loan

Tech learning budget

Job summary

AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited in the United Kingdom is seeking a highly skilled Ground Systems Test Engineer to join our team. The role focuses on testing and validating spacecraft control systems and software for critical missions, ensuring performance and compliance with aerospace standards.

You will develop and run integration and test plans for Spacecraft Ground Control software, maintain SRM facilities, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure coverage during launch and

Qualifications

• Proven experience in integration and validation of complex systems, preferably in space/aerospace.
• Strong understanding of Spacecraft Control Centre (SCC) architectures and functionalities.
• Proficiency with Red Hat and Windows operating systems.
• Experience with configuration management tools such as Windchill, SVN and Git.
• Familiarity with defect tracking systems like JIRA.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills; able to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute, and document integration plans for Spacecraft Ground Control software and systems.
• Develop, execute, and document test plans for Spacecraft Control Centre software and systems.
• Maintain System Reference Model (SRM) test facilities and computer systems.
• Conduct functional, performance, integration, and regression testing of SCC components.
• Analyze test results, identify defects, and report issues using defect tracking systems.
• Collaborate with software developers, system engineers, and mission operations teams.
• Participate in formal reviews and audits of test documentation and results.
• Contribute to process improvements in testing methodologies.
• Provide technical expertise during critical mission phases including launch and in-orbit operations.

Skills

Spacecraft test expertise

Integration testing

SCC architectures

Defect analysis

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Tools

Windchill

SVN

Git

JIRA

Red Hat Linux

Job description

AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited in the United Kingdom is seeking a highly skilled Ground Systems Test Engineer to join our team. The role focuses on testing and validating spacecraft control systems and software for critical missions, ensuring performance and compliance with aerospace standards.

You will develop and run integration and test plans for Spacecraft Ground Control software, maintain SRM facilities, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure coverage during launch and