Spacecraft Ground Systems Test Engineer (Hybrid)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Profit sharing

Pension plan

Share options

Car leasing scheme

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Airbus Defence and Space Limited is seeking a Ground Systems Test Engineer to drive integration, validation and testing of spacecraft control software and ground segments. You will work with cross-functional teams to ensure system reliability for critical space missions, including HIL testing and mission support.

The role offers hybrid work in the Portsmouth or Stevenage area, with competitive rewards and extensive development opportunities within a global aerospace leader.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in integration and validation of complex systems.
• Strong understanding of 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 like JIRA.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication, able to explain technical concepts.
• Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute, and document integration plans for Spacecraft Ground Control software.
• Develop, execute, and document test plans for Spacecraft Control Centre software.
• Maintain SRM test facilities and computer systems.
• Perform functional, performance, integration and regression testing of SCC components.
• Analyze test results, identify defects, and report issues in defect tracking systems.
• Collaborate with software developers, system engineers, and mission ops for test coverage.

Skills

Integration and validation of complex

Spacecraft Control Centre

Red Hat & Windows OS

Config management tools

Defect tracking (JIRA)

Analytical problem solving

Strong communication

Independent & team work

Job description

Airbus Defence and Space Limited is seeking a Ground Systems Test Engineer to drive integration, validation and testing of spacecraft control software and ground segments. You will work with cross-functional teams to ensure system reliability for critical space missions, including HIL testing and mission support.

The role offers hybrid work in the Portsmouth or Stevenage area, with competitive rewards and extensive development opportunities within a global aerospace leader.