Spacecraft Ground Systems Test Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Profit share

Contributory pension

Share options

Car leasing scheme

Free onsite parking

Season ticket loan

Tax-free technology scheme

Discounted shopping

Hybrid working

Job summary

AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited is seeking a Ground Systems Test Engineer to lead testing of spacecraft control software and systems. You will design and execute integration and validation activities across SCC components, including flight software, ground software, and HIL systems, ensuring quality and compliance with aerospace standards.

You will work with software developers and mission operations teams in a hybrid Portsmouth/Stevenage setting, contributing to critical mission phases and

Qualifications

• Proven experience in integration and validation of complex systems, preferably in space or aerospace.
• Strong understanding of Spacecraft Control Centre (SCC) architectures and functionalities.
• 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 with a keen eye for detail.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multi‑disciplinary 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.
• Administer and maintain 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.

Skills

Integration testing

Test planning

SCC architecture

Windows & Red Hat

Version control

JIRA defect tracking

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Technical communication

Tools

Windchill

SVN

Git

Job description

AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited is seeking a Ground Systems Test Engineer to lead testing of spacecraft control software and systems. You will design and execute integration and validation activities across SCC components, including flight software, ground software, and HIL systems, ensuring quality and compliance with aerospace standards.

You will work with software developers and mission operations teams in a hybrid Portsmouth/Stevenage setting, contributing to critical mission phases and