Spacecraft Ground Systems Test Engineer – Hybrid

Airbus S.A.S.; Coldwaltham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Contributory pension

Share options

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 highly skilled Ground Systems Test Engineer to manage testing and validation of spacecraft control systems and software for critical missions.

You will develop and execute integration and test plans, maintain SRM facilities, and collaborate across disciplines to ensure coverage and quality, including during launch and in‑orbit phases, with a strong focus on aerospace standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in integration and validation of complex systems in space/aerospace.
• Strong knowledge of Spacecraft Control Centre architectures and functions.
• Experience with configuration management tools and defect tracking systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities with attention to detail.

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 results, identify defects, and report issues in defect tracking systems.
• Collaborate with software developers, system engineers, and operations teams for test coverage.
• Participate in reviews and audits of test documentation and results.
• Contribute to process improvements and provide support during critical mission phases.

Skills

Integration validation

SCC architectures

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Written & verbal communication

Tools

Windchill

SVN

Git

JIRA

Red Hat

Windows OS

Job description

Airbus Defence and Space Limited in the UK is seeking a highly skilled Ground Systems Test Engineer to manage testing and validation of spacecraft control systems and software for critical missions.

You will develop and execute integration and test plans, maintain SRM facilities, and collaborate across disciplines to ensure coverage and quality, including during launch and in‑orbit phases, with a strong focus on aerospace standards.