Spacecraft Ground Systems Test Engineer (Hybrid)

Airbus S.A.S.; Liss; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Pension

Car leasing

Onsite parking

Season ticket loan

Tech / tech scheme

Job summary

AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited is seeking a skilled Ground Systems Test Engineer in the UK. You will lead integration and validation of spacecraft control systems, performing functional, performance and regression tests across flight and ground software and HIL setups.

Working from Portsmouth or Stevenage with hybrid options, you will collaborate with software, systems, and operations teams to ensure robust test coverage and adherence to aerospace standards and Airbus quality practices.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in integration and validation of complex systems, preferably in space or aerospace.
• Strong understanding of Spacecraft Control Centre (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 (JIRA).

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute, and document integration plans for Spacecraft Ground Control software and systems.
• Develop, execute, and document test plans, procedures, and cases for Spacecraft Control Centre software and systems.
• Administer and maintain System Reference Model (SRM) test facilities and computer systems.
• Conduct functional, performance, integration, and regression testing of SCC components, including flight software, ground segment software, and HIL systems.
• Analyze test results, identify defects, and report issues using established defect tracking systems.
• Collaborate with software developers, system engineers, and mission operations teams to ensure comprehensive test coverage.
• Participate in formal reviews and audits of test documentation and results.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of testing processes and methodologies.
• Provide technical expertise and support during critical mission phases, including launch and in-orbit operations.

Skills

Integration & validation

Systems thinking

Analytical skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Tools

Windchill

SVN

Git

JIRA

Red Hat

Windows

Job description

AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited is seeking a skilled Ground Systems Test Engineer in the UK. You will lead integration and validation of spacecraft control systems, performing functional, performance and regression tests across flight and ground software and HIL setups.

Working from Portsmouth or Stevenage with hybrid options, you will collaborate with software, systems, and operations teams to ensure robust test coverage and adherence to aerospace standards and Airbus quality practices.