Spacecraft Ground Systems Test Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Pension scheme

Car leasing scheme

Free onsite parking

Season ticket loan

Tax-free tech scheme

Job summary

Airbus Defence and Space Limited in the UK is seeking a Ground Systems Test Engineer to validate spacecraft control software and ground systems. The role covers integration, functional and regression testing across SCC components, including flight software and HIL systems.

You will collaborate with software, system engineers and mission operations to ensure full coverage and compliance with aerospace standards. Hybrid working is available in Portsmouth or Stevenage.

Qualifications

• Experience in integration and validation of complex systems.
• Strong understanding of spacecraft control software architectures.
• Familiarity with defect tracking and configuration management tools.

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 and report defects using tracking systems.
• Collaborate with software developers and mission operations teams to ensure test coverage.
• Participate in reviews and audits of test documentation and results.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and methodologies.
• Provide technical support during critical mission phases including launch and in-orbit operations.

Skills

System integration

Test engineering

SCC architectures

Defect tracking

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

Windchill

SVN

Git

JIRA

Red Hat

Windows

Job description

Airbus Defence and Space Limited in the UK is seeking a Ground Systems Test Engineer to validate spacecraft control software and ground systems. The role covers integration, functional and regression testing across SCC components, including flight software and HIL systems.

You will collaborate with software, system engineers and mission operations to ensure full coverage and compliance with aerospace standards. Hybrid working is available in Portsmouth or Stevenage.