Spacecraft Ground Systems Test Engineer (Hybrid)

Airbus S.A.S.; Havenstreet; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit share

Pension

Share options

Car leasing

Onsite parking

Season ticket loan

Tax-free tech scheme

Hybrid working

TOIL days

Holiday buy/sell

Job summary

Airbus Defence and Space Limited is seeking a Ground Systems Test Engineer to design and execute tests for spacecraft control software and systems. The role covers integration, functional and regression testing across SCC components, flight software, and hardware-in-the-loop environments.

You will administer test facilities, collaborate with software and mission operations teams, and ensure compliance with aerospace standards. Hybrid working options and relocation support are available.

Qualifications

• 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 like Windchill, SVN, Git.
• Familiarity with defect tracking systems such as JIRA.

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute, and document integration plans for Spacecraft Ground Control software and systems.
• Develop, execute, and document test plans and procedures 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 including flight software and HIL systems.
• Analyze test results, identify defects, and report issues in defect tracking systems.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Independent worker

Teamwork

Tools

Windchill

SVN

Git

JIRA

Red Hat

Windows OS

Job description

Airbus Defence and Space Limited is seeking a Ground Systems Test Engineer to design and execute tests for spacecraft control software and systems. The role covers integration, functional and regression testing across SCC components, flight software, and hardware-in-the-loop environments.

You will administer test facilities, collaborate with software and mission operations teams, and ensure compliance with aerospace standards. Hybrid working options and relocation support are available.