Spacecraft Ground Systems Test Engineer (Hybrid)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Pension scheme

Share options

Car leasing scheme

Free onsite parking

Season ticket loan

Tax-free technology scheme

Discounted shopping

Job summary

AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited in the UK is seeking a Ground Systems Test Engineer to validate spacecraft control software and systems for high‑reliability missions. You will design and execute test plans, analyze results, and work with mission ops teams.

The role spans integration, regression testing, and support during launch and in‑orbit operations, with hybrid working options and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in integration and validation of complex systems in aerospace.
• Strong understanding of Spacecraft Control Centre architectures and functions.
• Proficiency with Red Hat and Windows operating systems.

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.
• Maintain SRM test facilities and computer systems.

Skills

Integration testing

System validation

SCC architectures

Red Hat

Windows

Tools

Windchill

SVN

Git

JIRA

Job description

AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited in the UK is seeking a Ground Systems Test Engineer to validate spacecraft control software and systems for high‑reliability missions. You will design and execute test plans, analyze results, and work with mission ops teams.

The role spans integration, regression testing, and support during launch and in‑orbit operations, with hybrid working options and a competitive benefits package.